What type of lotion is best for eczema?

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   Ok, I have pretty bad eczema.  But, I have a routine that I would like to share with you.  I used to get really itchy after getting out of the shower.  Now I take 2 benadryl an hour before I take my shower.  You should also make it as cold in your room/bathroom as possible.  Turn on the AC to like 65 or 67.  The colder the better.  I put on baby oil gel on my really sensitive areas before getting in the shower, like my inner arms and thighs are really sensitive so I will put some there.  I get in the shower with the water on luke warm, like if your man got in the shower with you it would be too cold for him but just right for you.  The colder the water the better.  Shower for 5 minutes only.  Don't use a wash rag or anything like that to scrub your skin, use your hands.  I really like Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar.  It is expensive like $4 a bar but if you are the only one using it then it will last.  They sell it at BJ's for $16 for 6 bars and it really lasts.  Try not to take more than 2 showers per day.  Then when I get out of the shower I put baby oil gel on the rest of my body.  Then I put on Cetaphil Moisturizing Creme.  I am still dripping wet at this point.  I just slather on the creme.  Then I air dry about 10 or 15 minutes until I feel as though my skin won't be irritated, etc.  I then take a towel and blot off the excess moisture that did not soak in.  Let me tell you, my skin is so soft that I get endless compliments!  In the summer time I am going to switch to baby oil instead of the gel and only take showers in the evening.  If your skin is still really itchy after your shower, while you are air drying try to distract yourself, like fold clothes, or organize your closet, or send emails, etc.  Keep moving because it is a mind thing and you can get over it if you just stop focusing on the itchiness.  I hope this helps someone.  This is really helping me.