Is e45 a steroid cream?

Do you have eczema, psoriasis or any other skin conditions that make your skin itch like crazy? Are you worried about using steroid creams and possibly growing unwanted hair all over your body? Well fear not my friend, because today we’re going to answer the age-old question: is E45 a steroid cream?

What is E45?

E45 is known for its legendary ability to relieve dry and itchy skin. It has been around since 1952 and has saved many people from tearing their own flesh off in exchange for some relief. But what exactly is this magic potion made of?

  • White Soft Paraffin,
  • Light Liquid Paraffin,
  • Anhydrous Lanolin (Medilan®),
  • Cetyl Alcohol
  • Theobroma Oil.

Hold up…Theo..what now?! Did I just say cocoa butter oil?! Yes ladies and gentlemen, you read that right! Theobroma oil comes from the seeds of the cacao plant which also gives us our beloved chocolate. So basically, E45 comes with added benefits; it soothes both your soul and your skin.

Ok but seriously, how does it work?

E45 works by creating a protective layer on top of the dry or irritated areas of your skin. This helps to prevent water from escaping causing further moisture loss as well as protecting against irritants and reducing itching sensation.

“You look like you could use some protection”, said Fabio in an old school romance novel cover way.

As a result of its function being limited to providing this protective barrier only without causing structural damage within collagen fibers called ‘Steroid atrophy’.

I hear you ask: “Wait so if E45 doesn’t cause structural damage can we safely assume that it’s not a steroid cream?”

Well folks here lies our first myth-busting section of this article:

E45 vs Steroid Creams

Myth #1: E45 is a steroid cream because it helps with skin irritation.

False! While both E45 and steroid creams can help to relieve itchiness, they are totally different products. Unlike steroid creams, which contain corticosteroids (chemical substances typically found naturally in the human body that help reduce inflammation), E45 only contains oils and waxes which have moisturizing properties.

E45 does not enter into any metabolic pathways for example Prostaglandin Inhibition or COX inhibition neither does it suppress Immunological response at molecular level just like steroids do due to their chemical nature of exerting wide effects by altering DNA expression and overall homeostasis.

In short, E45 is NOT a steroid cream.

So before you go on Google trying to find out if your hair falls again from using e 4 effing 5…keep calm, Keep breathing..and continue reading my friend 🙂

Can I use them together?

Now this next question might be ringing bells in head as well:

“Does that mean I can’t use both then? Do I need to choose between having smooth non-itchy skin or suffering through eczema flare ups?”

Fear not young grasshopper! You can actually pair up those two bad boys for an even better result than one alone on journey towards beautiful supple skin.
Just make sure you’re using the steroid cream first and waiting about half an hour or so till absorption prior applying e forty-five-oH.

First Apply…. Wait….. Then apply…
Steroid Cream (if necessary) 30 minutes E85

That way you get all the benefits without any nasty side effects!

Quick Tip: Make sure your hands are clean when dealing with these creams. Oils from your fingers can contaminate the cream and cause further skin irritation.

Another quick tip: Do not share creams with other people, even if they have the same condition as you. Sharing is not caring when it comes to skincare products.

How Long Should I use E45 for?

One of the great things about E45 is that you can use it as often or for as long as needed without fear of overuse which may lead to dependency unlike steroids based. This means no more feeling like a slave to your cream regimen! Use e forty five gazillion times per day!

Quick Tip: If your symptoms persist after using E45 for three weeks or more, please see a dermatologist before considering self medication with Steroid based Anti-Inflammatories (TCS).

The Bottom Line

So there you have it folks- E45 is not a steroid cream! Instead, this little jar of wonders delivers powerful hydration and relief from dryness, itching and flaking while simultaneously making us salivate just thinking about some melt in mouth chocolate whilst smells oh so good too.

In conclusion next time someone asks “Is E45 a steroid cream?” we now know 2 things:

1) The answer to said question
2) We should definitely insert “Theobroma Oil” into our everyday vocabulary.

Stay moisturized my friends!

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