1% hydrocortisone products commonly provide temporary relief from itching and reduce inflammation and redness caused by minor skin irritations, rashes, insect bites, eczema, psoriasis, poison ivy/oak/sumac, and other contact irritations.
The topical products shown use hydrocortisone at a 1% concentration.
Common additional ingredients include aloe, shea butter, coconut oil, kukui nut oil, ammonium lactate, calamine, antioxidants, chamomile, and vitamins A, C, and E.
Many travel-friendly facial hydrocortisone options come in 1‑ounce tubes and are marketed as trial/mini/compact portable sizes.
These hydrocortisone options are commonly labeled for sensitive and dry skin and are also described as suitable for dry, rough, or sensitive skin areas.
