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Dry Skin

Dry skin can feel tight, rough or flaky, and it often worsens with cold weather, hot showers, frequent handwashing, central heating, or cleansers that strip the skin barrier. Here you’ll find pharmacy-style options to support everyday comfort—whether you’re after an emollient cream for regular moisturising, an ointment-style product for very dry patches, an aqueous cream for multi-purpose use, or a gentler way to cleanse.

To choose confidently, start with a format you’ll use consistently (cream, lotion, ointment, wash or bath emollient) and match it to the area you’re treating—face, body, hands, feet or lips. You’ll also see trusted dry-skin ranges commonly stocked by UK pharmacies (for example E45, Aveeno, Oilatum, Diprobase and Aquaderm). WithAid is a UK registered online pharmacy, with free delivery on orders over £20 and Royal Mail dispatch in discreet packaging.


Shop by Dry Skin type

Popular types of dry skin products

  • Emollient creams & lotions — everyday moisturising for dry and sensitive skin
  • Ointments & paraffin-based emollients — richer textures for very dry areas and overnight use
  • Aqueous creams (including SLS-free options) — multi-purpose moisturising formats; check directions for leave-on use
  • Bath emollients & soap-free washes — gentler cleansing support when skin feels tight after washing
  • Targeted care — lip balms, barrier creams and foot care for cracked heels or rough patches

How to choose the right option

  • Choose by texture: lotions feel lighter; creams feel richer; ointments are usually most occlusive for very dry skin.
  • Support cleansing: if washing triggers dryness, swap to a soap-free wash or add a bath emollient.
  • Consider fragrance and sensitivities: many people prefer fragrance-free formulas for dry or reactive skin.
  • Match the area: face and eye-area products are often lighter; hands, feet, elbows and knees may suit richer options.
  • Check age suitability: for babies or children, follow the label for suitability and application advice.
  • Follow directions: pay attention to frequency, warnings for broken skin, and when to stop and seek advice.

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FAQs

What’s the difference between a moisturiser and an emollient?

“Moisturiser” is a broad term for products that help reduce dryness. Emollients are moisturising products commonly used to soften and hydrate dry skin, and they come in formats like creams, lotions, ointments, washes and bath additives.

Which type is best for very dry patches?

Many people prefer a richer cream or an ointment-style emollient for stubborn, very dry areas because these can feel more protective. The best option is one you’ll apply regularly, used as directed on the label.

How often should I apply an emollient?

Follow the label for the product you choose. Many people apply emollients regularly and after washing, as dryness can worsen when skin is cleansed frequently. If a product stings, irritates, or symptoms worsen, stop using it and ask a pharmacist for advice.

Are aqueous creams suitable for dry skin?

Aqueous creams are often used as multi-purpose moisturisers, but formulas vary. Check the ingredients and directions—some people with sensitive skin prefer SLS-free options or products specifically designed for leave-on use.

Can I use bath emollients or soap-free washes every day?

Some are intended for regular use and can help reduce the “tight” feeling after washing. Always follow the product instructions, and stop using a product if it irritates your skin or makes symptoms worse.

When are mild steroid creams like hydrocortisone 1% used?

Mild steroid creams may be used short term for itchy, inflamed skin in certain minor irritations when appropriate. They are not for everyone and not for all rashes, so follow the label carefully and ask a pharmacist for advice if you’re unsure, symptoms persist, or the skin looks infected.

When should I speak to a pharmacist or GP about dry skin?

Get advice if dryness is severe, painful, bleeding, cracking badly, spreading, showing signs of infection (such as weeping, heat, swelling or increasing pain), affecting a baby or young child, or not improving despite regular moisturising.

Safety note: This page is for general shopping support and isn’t a substitute for medical advice. Always read the label and use products as directed. If you have broken skin, signs of infection, an unexplained rash, or you’re unsure what’s suitable for children, pregnancy, or long-term skin conditions, speak to a pharmacist or GP for personalised guidance.

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  • Eurax Hc Cream 15g

    Eurax Hc Cream 15g

    Eurax
    £3.69
    Eurax Hydrocortisone Cream helps treat eczema, irritant and allergic contact dermatitis (skin allergies) and reactions to insect bites. Help to manage symptoms of photodermatitis, otitis externa, intertrigo, seborrhoeic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis...
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  • Eurax Cream 100g

    Eurax Cream 100g

    Eurax
    £7.39
    Eurax Cream provides fast acting relief from itching, helping you manage sunburn, dry eczema, itchy dermatitis, allergic rashes, hives, nettle rash, chickenpox, insect bites and stings, heat rashes, personal itching and scabies. Gives you fast...
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  • Epaderm Ointment 125g

    Epaderm Ointment 125g

    Epaderm
    £6.49
    Epaderm Ointment for Eczema is suitable for all ages and is safe to use on babies. For best results when using this product, apply it immediately after washing in order to counteract the loss of essential oils from the skin. Helps ensure that the...
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  • E45 Dermatological Emollient Moisturising Wash 250ml

    E45 Dermatological Emollient Moisturising Wash 250ml

    E45
    £5.49
    E45 Wash is clinically proven to clean and moisture dry, itchy skin without changing the normal skin pH. It relieves and helps prevent dry skin by retaining the skin's natural moisture. Dermatologically tested Leaves your skin soft and...
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  • E45 Emollient Shower Cream 200ml

    E45 Emollient Shower Cream 200ml

    E45
    £5.99
    E45 Shower Cream is different from normal shower gels because it is completely non-drying. Free from soap and detergents it actively moisturises dry skin, and protects against further drying. Preserves Normal Skin pH Allergy Screened Perfume...
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  • E45 Dermatological Moisturising Lotion 200ml

    E45 Dermatological Moisturising Lotion 200ml

    E45
    £8.29
    E45 Lotion is light, unperfumed and can be used all over your body, face and hands to care for dry and sensitive skin. Use it everyday to keep your skin soft, supple and moisturised to prevent it from becoming dry. Dermatologically...
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  • E45 Itch Relief Cream 50g

    E45 Itch Relief Cream 50g

    E45
    £8.99
    E45 Itch Relief Cream contains an anti-itch ingredient, Lauromacrogols, which treats and soothes the itch caused by eczema, dermatitis, pruritus and other dry skin conditions. Non-greasy Relief of eczema Please follow packaging for detailed...
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  • E45 Itch Relief Cream Pump 500g

    E45 Itch Relief Cream Pump 500g

    E45
    £30.99
    E45 Itch Relief Cream contains an anti-itch ingredient, Lauromacrogols, which treats and soothes the itch caused by eczema, dermatitis, pruritus and other dry skin conditions. Non-greasy Relief of eczema Please follow packaging for detailed...
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  • E45 Itch Relief Cream 100g

    E45 Itch Relief Cream 100g

    E45
    £6.29
    E45 Itch Relief contains an anti-itch ingredient, Lauromacrogols, which treats and soothes the itch caused by eczema, dermatitis, pruritus and other dry skin conditions. Non-greasy Leaves your skin feeling soft Please follow packaging for...
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  • E45 Dermatological Cream 50g

    E45 Dermatological Cream 50g

    E45
    £7.09
    E45 Dermatological Cream is a dual action treatment for dry skin and has also been dermatologically tested, it can be used for other dry skin conditions. Quickly absorbed Leaves your skin soft Please follow packaging for detailed instructions...
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  • E45 Cream 350g

    E45 Cream 350g

    E45
    £8.69
    E45 Cream for Dry Skin Conditions is proven to treat and soothe dry, itching and flaking skin however it is recommended for serious causes of skin such as eczema. Non-greasy Treats calloused skin Please follow packaging for detailed instructions...
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  • E45 Dermatological Cream 125g

    E45 Dermatological Cream 125g

    E45
    £9.09
    E45 Cream works by providing a layer of oil on the surface of the skin to prevent water evaporating from the skin surface, dry skin results from lack of water in the outer layer of skin cells. Stops skin drying out Retains skin's moisture Please...
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  • Diprobase Cream 50g

    Diprobase Cream 50g

    Diprobase
    £2.19
    Diprobase Cream Emollient provides quick effective treatment of eczema and dry skin. The moisturiser helps soothe the skin, whilst forming protective barrier locking moisture in and keeping irritants out. Helps to relieves red, inflamed, damaged,...
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  • ChapStick Original Lip Balm

    ChapStick Original Lip Balm

    Chapstick
    £1.39
    ChapStick has been uniquely formulated to soothe, soften and nourish lips while avoiding moisture evaporation. Rectifies dry lips Keeps lips hydrated Please follow packaging for detailed instructions. Ingredients: Petrolatum, paraffin,...
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  • Cetraben Lotion 200ml

    Cetraben Lotion 200ml

    Cetraben
    £6.79
    Cetraben Lotion 200ml is specially formulated to meet the needs of very dry skin. Cetraben Lotion has a light, absorbent consistency that is easy to apply It soothes and hydrates your skin Softens and protects the skin Soothes and...
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  • Cetraben Cream 50ml

    Cetraben Cream 50ml

    Cetraben
    £9.49
    Cetraben Cream is a moisturising and protective cream for the relief of symptoms such as red, inflamed, dry, or chapped skin, especially when associated with eczema. Cetraben's special blend of ingredients has helped millions of people It will help...
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  • Cetaphil Moisturising Cream 100g

    Cetaphil Moisturising Cream 100g

    Cetaphil
    £12.29
    Cetaphil Moisturising Cream helps alleviate dry skin associated with eczema and psoriasis. Non-greasy cream formula t, providing intensive moisturising It's appropriate for facial use and fragrance-free Gets absorbed quickly, helping soothe and...
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  • Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 236ml

    Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 236ml

    Cetaphil
    £14.09
    Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion is a light moisturiser clinically proven to bind water to skin and prevent moisture loss. Quick absorption and long-lasting hydration of the (outer-most layer of the) skin Helps maintain skin's natural protective...
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  • CCS Cracked Heel Repair Cream 75g

    CCS Cracked Heel Repair Cream 75g

    CCS
    £8.29
    CCS Heel Balm is especially formulated to help control the most difficult case of rough, dry cracked heels. Enriched with Vitamin E and Urea, providing effective moisturisation Suitable for fingers, elbows, knees and cuticles Works in up to 7...
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  • Blistex MedPlus with SPF15 7g

    Blistex MedPlus with SPF15 7g

    Blistex
    £4.89
    Blistex MedPlus Lip Balm is specially formulated to provide quick, cooling lip relief and protection against the sun's harmful rays. Returns dry, cracked lips back to their natural moisture balance Contains SPF15 Please follow packaging for...
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  • Blistex Lip Conditioner with SPF15 7g

    Blistex Lip Conditioner with SPF15 7g

    Blistex
    £3.39
    Blistex® Lip Conditioner with SPF15 is a unique lip balm that helps lips look and feel beautiful and enhanced. Its formula moisturises your lips Keeps lips looking luscious and lovely Please follow packaging for detailed instructions...
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  • Blistex Intensive Moisturiser with SPF10 5g

    Blistex Intensive Moisturiser with SPF10 5g

    Blistex
    £3.39
    Blistex Intensive Moisturiser has been deigned to provide intense lip hydration. It keeps your lips moisturised Leaves your lips silky & smooth Please follow packaging for detailed instructions. Ingredients: Aqua, hydrogenated...
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  • Aveeno Moisturising Creamy Oil 300ml

    Aveeno Moisturising Creamy Oil 300ml

    Aveeno
    £9.29
    Aveeno® Moisturising Creamy Oil is formulated with naturally active colloidal oatmeal and sweet almond oil this non-greasy product combines the moisturising benefits of an oil with the convenience of cream. Moisturises like an oil, absorbs like...
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  • Aveeno Daily Moisturising Body Lotion 200ml

    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Body Lotion 200ml

    Aveeno
    £9.19
    Aveeno Lotion combines the concentrated goodness of finely milled naturally active Colloidal Oatmeal with rich emollients. Improves the condition of dry skin in just 2 weeks Moisturises dry skin for 24 hours Fragrance free Please follow...
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  • Aveeno Skin Relief Hand Cream 75ml

    Aveeno Skin Relief Hand Cream 75ml

    Aveeno
    £8.99
    Aveeno Hand Cream instantly relieves very dry and chapped hands from the tight and irritable sensation of extra dry skin. Absorbs quickly Leaves skin soft Convenient 75ml tube Please follow packaging for detailed instructions.
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  • Aveeno Daily Moisturising Hand Cream 75ml

    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Hand Cream 75ml

    Aveeno
    £9.19
    Aveeno Hand Cream is formulated with naturally active colloidal oatmeal, this popular hand cream moisturises for up to 24 hours. Forms a "protective glove" that lasts through hand washing Fast absorbing, non?greasy formula Convenient 75ml tube...
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  • Aveeno Cream 100ml

    Aveeno Cream 100ml

    Aveeno
    £7.49
    Aveeno Cream is formulated with naturally active colloidal oatmeal to moisturise dry and sensitive skin. Regular use helps prevent dryness and irritation caused by skin dehydration. Suitable for use on any part of the body, especially extremely dry,...
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  • Aveeno Daily Moisturising Bath and Shower Oil 300ml

    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Bath and Shower Oil 300ml

    Aveeno
    £12.69
    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Bath and Shower Oil is Formulated with finely- milled Colloidal Oatmeal with softening oil, the AVEENO® Daily Moisturising Bath & Shower Oil gently cleanses skin. It is clinically proven to moisturise, thus...
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  • Aveeno Skin Relief Shea Butter Moisturising Lotion 200ml

    Aveeno Skin Relief Shea Butter Moisturising Lotion 200ml

    Aveeno
    £9.89
    Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Lotion is formulated with shea butter and a unique triple oat complex containing finely-milled, naturally active colloidal oatmeal, oat oil and oat essence. Clinically proven to moisturise skin for up to 24...
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  • Aveeno Skin Relief Shea Butter Moisturising Lotion 300ml

    Aveeno Skin Relief Shea Butter Moisturising Lotion 300ml

    Aveeno
    £8.69
    Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Lotion is formulated with shea butter and a unique triple oat complex containing finely-milled, naturally active colloidal oatmeal, oat oil and oat essence. Clinically proven to moisturise skin for up to 24...
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  • Aveeno Skin Relief Cooling Menthol Moisturising Lotion 200ml

    Aveeno Skin Relief Cooling Menthol Moisturising Lotion 200ml

    Aveeno
    £9.49
    Clinically proven to moisturise for 24 hours and soothe on contact, providing immediate, long-lasting relief for extra dry, irritable skin. Aveeno Skin Relief Cooling Menthol has been developed with colloidal oatmeal and menthol, hydrates to...
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  • Aveeno Daily Moisturising Body Lotion Lavender Aroma 300ml

    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Body Lotion Lavender Aroma 300ml

    Aveeno
    £9.29
    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Lotion with Lavender Aroma has naturally active colloidal oatmeal and rich emollients and is clinically proven to moisturise skin for 24 hours and improve the condition of dry skin in just 2 weeks. Absorbs fast Clinically...
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  • Aveeno Daily Moisturising Lotion 300ml

    Aveeno Daily Moisturising Lotion 300ml

    Aveeno
    £9.29
    Daily Moisturising Aveeno Lotion combines the concentrated goodness of finely milled naturally active Colloidal Oatmeal with rich emollients Fragrance free Moisturises dry skin for 24 hours Please follow packaging for detailed instructions.
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  • Atrixo Intensive Protection Hand Cream 200ml

    Atrixo Intensive Protection Hand Cream 200ml

    Atrixo
    £6.09
    Atrixo Intensive Protection Cream forms a protective layer on the skin so even dry hands feel more smooth and soft from the first application. It is formulated with Aloe Vera No artificial colours Dermatologically approved Please follow...
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  • Atrixo Enriched Moisturising Hand Cream 50ml

    Atrixo Enriched Moisturising Hand Cream 50ml

    Atrixo
    £2.39
    Atrixo Enriched Moisturising Cream Hand Cream effectively moisturises dry, rough hands, leaving them soft and smooth. For soft smooth hands With camomile. Softens and soothes dry hands Please follow packaging for detailed instructions...
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  • Atrixo Enriched Moisturising Hand Cream 200ml

    Atrixo Enriched Moisturising Hand Cream 200ml

    Atrixo
    £6.09
    Your hands are in use all day which often means they are exposed to harsh environments, leaving hands feeling rough and dry. Atrixo Enriched Moisturising Cream Hand Cream is formulated with natural camomile to soothe the skin. Quickly...
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  • Acriflex Skin Cooling Gel 30g

    Acriflex Osmo Care Skin Cooling Gel 30g

    Acriflex
    £5.89
    The Acriflex Osmo Care Skin Cooling Gel 30g is a soothing gel that provides immediate relief for minor skin irritations such as burns, sunburn, and insect bites. This fast-acting formula is perfect for sensitive skin, as it cools and calms the affected...
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