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A member asked:
What do you use as an emollient for eczema if you have raw hands and a sensitivity to paraffin dip?
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Olive oil: Olive oil is usually helpful and not likely to cause irritation. Vegetable shortening, like crisco, can be used also, but it's pretty messy.
Answered 4/18/2012
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Vanicream: I like vanicream moisturizer. Wear cotton gloves over at night and apply thickly.
Answered 5/18/2012
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