A member asked:

I got an allergic reaction to aveeno (oatmeal) moisturizer, why?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Sensitivity?: You maybe sensitive to the "other" ingredients. Or you may be applying the moisturizer on dry skin-therefore irritating the surface. Always wet the skin with cool/tepid water-pat dry and apply the moisturizer. This "soak and seal" technique is essential for eczema/atopic dermatitis.

Answered 10/9/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dimethicone: You may be having a reaction to Dimethicone in the lotion.

Answered 5/26/2020

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