They are used to relieve outdoor itches such as insect bites, sunburn, and rashes from poison ivy/poison oak/poison sumac, and to soothe minor skin irritations like scrapes, cuts, and minor burns.

Follow the product directions: apply the topical diphenhydramine extra strength cream to the affected area no more than three to four times daily.

Yes. Some anti-itch products are formulated as moisturizing lotions designed to hydrate dry skin and spread evenly for routine use, while other products are creams that focus on stopping itch and protecting the skin.

Product details include standard precautions such as keeping products out of reach of children (one listing also mentions animals) and noting that at least one lotion is for external use only. (These are the specific warnings shown in the listings.)

The listings show topical antihistamine/anti-itch agents and a skin protectant: diphenhydramine hydrochloride (2%), tripelennamine (1%), and zinc acetate (0.1%).

Several listings state use for adults and children two years of age and older (commonly noted as “ages 2+”).