HYDROCORTISONE FOR ITCH RELIEF

Whether it's a minor skin irritation or the types of itch you can get in the great outdoors, Cortizone-10® has just the right medicine. From rashes to eczema, mosquito bites to poison ivy, there is a Cortizone-10® product to handle your anti-itch needs.

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CREAMS

Get relief from itch associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes. Choose from regular, intensive, extra moisturizing, and overnight relief.

Red and white box of Cortizone-10 with soothing aloe, labeled for fast itch relief from rashes and inflammation. Contains 1% hydrocortisone creme.

SOOTHING ALOE ITCH RELIEF CREAM

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††

Anti-itch cream that relieves itch plus aloe to help soothe your skin.

Cortizone-10 maximum strength anti-itch cream, 2 oz, for bug bites, poison ivy, and skin irritation.

ULTRA SOOTHING ITCH RELIEF CREAM

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Insect bites
Poison oak, ivy, sumac

Ultra moisturizing itch relief that lasts for hours and helps your skin feel softer.

Cortizone-10 anti-itch cream box on a lavender background. Red packaging with text highlighting fast itch relief, eczema, psoriasis, and dry skin.

INTENSIVE HEALING ITCH RELIEF CREAM

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
24 hour moisture
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Minor skin irritation††
Eczema
Psoriasis

Itch relief that works fast, lasts for hours, and provides 24-hour moisturization.

Box of Cortizone-10 Maximum Strength Sensitive Skin cream with red and white packaging, highlighting fast itch relief that is dye-free, fragrance-free and paraben-free.

SENSITIVE SKIN ITCH RELIEF CREAM

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Hypoallergenic
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Psoriasis
Eczema

Relieve itch with this cream that's made specially with non-irritating ingredients that treat sensitive skin.

Purple box of Cortizone-10 Maximum Strength cream for feminine itch relief, featuring soothing aloe, moisturizers, vitamins, fast-acting formula.

FEMININE ITCH RELIEF CREAM

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Feminine itch

Feminine itch relief that lasts for hours.

Box of Cortizone-10 Maximum Strength Anti-Itch Cream on a light blue background. Red and blue packaging emphasizes fast itch relief, lavender scent, and aloe.

OVERNIGHT ITCH RELIEF CREAM

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Calming lavender scent
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††

Moisturizing itch relief with a calming lavender scent, that works fast, lasts for hours, and helps temporarily relieve and soothe itch as you sleep.

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GELS & OINTMENTS

Cooling gel and water-resistant ointment are perfect for when you’re itchy on the go.

Box of Cortizone-10 Maximum Strength Cooling Gel with red and teal packaging, showing claims of fast itch relief for rashes and minor skin irritations.

COOLING ITCH RELIEF GEL

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Cools on contact
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Insect bites
Poison oak, ivy, sumac

Cooling itch relief that lasts for hours.

Box of Cortizone 10 Maximum Strength anti-itch ointment with yellow and orange design, highlighting fast, water-resistant itch relief for rashes and irritation.

WATER RESISTANT ITCH RELIEF OINTMENT

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Water resistant
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††

Water-resistant itch relief formula that lasts for hours.

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LOTIONS

Cortizone-10^® has formulas specifically designed to relieve itchy, dry skin caused by eczema, psoriasis, and diabetes.

Red and white tube of Cortizone-10 intensive healing lotion for eczema on a light purple background. Describes fast relief for itchy, dry skin.

INTENSIVE HEALING ITCH RELIEF LOTION FOR ECZEMA

Clinical strength†
National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance
Dermatologist tested
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Eczema

Itch relief for eczema that is clinically proven to moisturize for 24 hours.

Cortizone-10 Psoriasis lotion tube on a light blue background. Red and turquoise design, labelled for itch relief. Contains 1% hydrocortisone.

ITCH RELIEF LOTION FOR PSORIASIS

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Dermatologist tested
Soothing aloe vera
For ages 2+
Psoriasis

Dermatologist-tested, specifically designed for itch associated with psoriasis. Provides fast, long-lasting itch relief.

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EASY-TO-APPLY

Convenient and easy-to-apply itch relief that works fast and lasts.

Cortizone-10 hydrocortisone anti-itch rollerball for fast itch relief with a massaging rollerball applicator, 1.5 fl oz

ITCH RELIEF MASSAGING ROLLERBALL

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Easy-to-apply
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††
Insect bites

No-mess, no-touch, fast itch relief for when you're on the go.

Cortizone-10 Maximum Strength Bug Bite Relief Stick with red and green packaging, highlighting fast itch relief for mosquito, wasp and tick bites.

ITCH RELIEF BUG BITE STICK

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Cools on contact
Easy-to-apply
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††
Insect bites
Poison oak, ivy, sumac

This no-mess, portable stick uses a cooling metal rollerball for fast, targeted itch relief on the go.

Red spray can of Cortizone-10 Anti-Itch Relief with soothing aloe, promises fast relief without mess. Set against a light blue background.

ITCH RELIEF COOLING SPRAY

FSA/HSA
Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Easy-to-apply
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††

Fast itch relief ideal for hard-to-reach areas, and contains aloe to help hydrate and soothe skin.

EASY RELIEF NO MESS APPLICATOR

Maximum Strength† 1% Hydrocortisone
Easy-to-apply
For ages 2+
Inflammation††
Minor skin irritation††
Rashes††

Fast itch relief that comes in an easy-to-use applicator for when you’re on the go.

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GIVE YOUR SKIN THE ITCH RELIEF IT DESERVES

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FAQS ABOUT HYDROCORTISONE FOR ITCHING

WHAT IS HYDROCORTISONE?

Hydrocortisone is a mild corticosteroid that is used to reduce inflammation and relieve itching.¹

WHAT CAN A HYDROCORTISONE CREAM BE USED FOR?

Over-the-counter topical hydrocortisone is used to treat itching due to common skin conditions, like eczema.²

IS HYDROCORTISONE A STEROID?

Hydrocortisone is a type of corticosteroid, also known as a topical steroid.²

CAN YOU PUT HYDROCORTISONE ON YOUR FACE?

Hydrocortisone can be used on the face, however it is important to follow usage instructions carefully. Avoid contact with the eye area, as it’s for external use only. Stop use and ask a doctor if your condition worsens, symptoms persist for more than seven days, or symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor.¹

HOW DOES HYDROCORTISONE WORK?

Hydrocortisone suppresses the body’s immune response to reduce inflammation and swelling.³

DOES HYDROCORTISONE HELP ITCHING CAUSED BY ECZEMA?

Hydrocortisone is widely used as a first-line treatment for eczema.²

DOES HYDROCORTISONE HELP ITCHING CAUSED BY POISON IVY?

Hydrocortisone is used in anti-itch creams that are made to treat bites and stings, including poison ivy.⁴

HOW LONG DOES HYDROCORTISONE TAKE TO WORK FOR ITCHING?

The time it takes for hydrocortisone to kick in depends on the strength used and the severity of the condition. Relief can normally be felt after 10 minutes of applying Cortizone-10® hydrocortisone cream.

CAN I BUY HYDROCORTISONE OVER THE COUNTER?

Hydrocortisone is available over the counter to treat itch due to minor skin irritations and inflammation. ³

REFERENCES:

1. Mayo Clinic Staff. Hydrocortisone (topical application route) – Description and proper use [Internet]. Rochester (MN): Mayo Clinic; 2026 [cited 2026 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/hydrocortisone-topical-application-route/description/drg-20073814

2. Cleveland Clinic. Hydrocortisone cream, gel, lotion, ointment, or topical solution: Uses & side effects [Internet]. Cleveland (OH): Cleveland Clinic; 2025 [cited 2026 Mar 17]. Available from: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/18748-hydrocortisone-cream-lotion-ointment-or-solution

3. WebMD. Hydrocortisone topical (Cortizone, Cortaid, and others): Uses, side effects, interactions, warnings & dosing [Internet]. WebMD; 2025 [cited 2026 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/hydrocortisone-topical-cortizone

4. Hsieh J. Cortisone vs. hydrocortisone: What’s the difference? [Internet]. Verywell Health; 2022 [cited 2026 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.verywellhealth.com/cortisone-vs-hydrocortisone-5217271

5. WebMD. Hydrocortisone topical (Cortizone, Cortaid, and others): Uses, side effects, interactions, warnings & dosing [Internet]. WebMD; 2025 [cited 2026 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/hydrocortisone-topical-cortizone

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