Shoppers hail £9 ‘magic’ cream a ‘saviour’ for eczema

Eczema sufferers have to battle the discomfort of flare-ups constantly, particularly during the colder months. Topical steroids can cause dreaded side-effects, known as topical steroid withdrawal syndrome, however there are alternatives – and shoppers are impressed with one in particular from Balmonds.

The Skin Salvation balm is praised by dermatologists and delighted customers for transforming dry, scratchy and flaky skin. It costs £9 for 30ml, £15 for 50ml, or £22 for the largest 120ml pot.

Bargain hunters will be happy to see you can get 20% off subscriptions, plus receive a free 30ml tub if you’re a new Balmonds subscriber. Skin Salvation offers an all-natural formulation, free from fragrance and paraffin, plus it’s eaarned paediatrician approval.

Designed to stop the constant itch-scratch cycle, the balm calms irritated areas and protects against moisture loss while locking in hydration. Even celebrities are impressed with Skin Salvation’s balm, as Ant Lexa from Sex Education credits Balmonds’ product for helping her triumph over topical steroid withdrawal syndrome.

Lexa declared it as her ‘saviour’ across her Instagram and TikTok channels, as reported by Birmingham Live. The Skin Salvation balm has earned a 4.6 out of five star-rating from close to 3,400 reviews.

One reviewer was thrilled: “I’m amazed. After years of struggling with my eczema around my mouth and trying SO many different products I’ve finally found the one. It’s like magic. After the first use my flared up itchy red skin around my mouth calmed down and since then I have no problems. Highly recommend.”

Similarly, another user shared their relief, noting: “I’ve been waiting all year for a clinical appointment which will explain why my skin has erupted in itching sores. Desperate to soothe it, I’ve tried various creams and oils. The best strategy I’ve found for hydration has been melting coconut oil on my skin, waiting until it’s absorbed, then applying a coat of Balmonds on top.”

They continued: “This hasn’t done much for my clothes, which are impregnated with grease of one sort or another, but it has offered some relief from the endless itching that prevented me from sleeping or carrying out normal activities. Balmonds is a thick ointment. It effectively coats the skin for some time, sealing in moisture and forming a protective layer which helps guard against infection. I’ve bought several large pots – expensive, but worth it. It’s keeping me sane while I wait for professional help.”

A third reviewer complimented the product’s effects on their children: “Amazing product, helped my three children with their eczema… it smells a little but works wonders! Highly recommended.”

However, everyone’s skin is different, and results can vary for each person. One customer said: “Worked quite well on my hands but my neck was irritated by it,” while another mentioned that the application process can be tricky: “Too thick to use over a large area or anywhere where the are hairs.”

Would you like to give the Skin Salvation balm a try? You can purchase it here. For those looking for alternatives, you can find a 350g pot of E45 for £7.80 at Boots or a 500g tub of Epaderm Emollient Ointment for £12.99 at Superdrug.