In a 2-week trial of 40 people with intertrigo (inflamed skin in skin folds), a multi-ingredient lotion containing rosehip oil performed as well as 1% hydrocortisone cream at reducing inflammation—and actually did better at reducing itching. Both treatments were equally safe with no infections or side effects reported.
Researchers randomly assigned 40 intertrigo patients to use either the adsorbent lotion or hydrocortisone cream twice daily for 2 weeks, measuring inflammation, itching, skin texture, and patient satisfaction.
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