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Should i apply a moisturizing lotion or cream on a heat rash or will the chemicals or ingredients keep the pores clogged?

Q: should i apply a moisturizing lotion or cream on a heat rash or will the chemicals or ingredients keep the pores clogged?

: Simply avoid vaseline or lotions containing oil as these will block the pores. Other moisturuzers can be used but cooling the skin may be all you need to do.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Simply avoid vaseline or lotions containing oil as these will block the pores. Other moisturuzers can be used but cooling the skin may be all you need to do.

Answered 3/3/2022

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A member asked:

Should i apply a moisturizing lotion or cream on a heat rash or will the chemicals or ingredients keep the pores clogged?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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