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Products for people with HS and inflammation issues
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items These are some things I use during flairs, or to reduce flairs. I recommend using the Cetaphil body wash and hibiclens together, especially if your skin is really sensitive... For antiseptic effects and gentle moisture. Add a few drops of hibiclens o...
Use this Antimicrobial soap in places where flairs occur. Regular soaps can cause irritation. *Update: it is great, but if your skin is as sensitive as mine, it will impeach healing because I can be drying, but I use it in most other areas
Hibiclens | Antibacterial and Antimicrobial skin cleanser
This is my favorite toner. I use on my face and other places where flairs occur.
Toners | Skincare - The Ordinary
These bandages cause me the least irritation
Curad Bandages Official Site
This supplement contains vitamins recommended for people with HS, in gummy form, and tastes good.
SmartyPants Vitamins
Hear me out! It makes a great Non-painful, Non-sicky, Super Soft cushion, and Reduces pressure when their is a flair
Filter Fiber
Started taking these because of their reported benefits of inflammation reduction, but there are many possible benefits from reproductive health to improved lung function. #affiliatelink
NOW Foods NAC (N-Acetyl-Cysteine) Supplements
This has been amazing... I take 1 twice a day with a meal or snack with healthy fats... Or throw black pepper on top of something (for absorption.. I even put pepper on a honey bun once .. wasn't bad tbh😅). Way less inflammation, bloating, and a slo...
Spring Valley Turmeric Curcumin with Ginger Powder General Wellness Dietary Supplement Vegetarian Capsules, 500 mg, 90 Count
As you know people with HS have super sensitive skin. Keep the hard water, any bacteria that builds off your skin with a filtered shower head. Even if you don't have HS, it's less drying to skin, doesn't leave residue, or bacteria. Probably should be...
Ophanie 9 Setting Handheld Shower Head,High Pressure Shower Head with Filter,Silver
I loooove this intense moisturizer foot cream... Not really specific to HS, but it is gentle for sensitive skin and creates a moisture barrier. It smells Amazing, I use it anywhere I need moisture. Great for when you are peeling after sun, and you wa...
Ahava Dead Sea Mud Dermud Intensive Foot Cream, 3.4 Oz
This is honestly the best thing I have tried for pain... If you are allowed aspirin and doesn't interfere with any medications. This is the only thing that helps when I get the stabbing pain that sets off my reflexes.
Equate Migraine Pain Relieving Aid Acetaminophen Aspirin and Caffeine Tablets, 100 Count, Compare to Excedrin® Migraine Relief Active Ingredients
I bought these to use as sleeves, but ended up making an affordable sling that is soft, comfortable, and keeps me from straining my back and neck when trying to keep my arm comfortable. If I remember I will post a picture, but basically... Put the af...
PHOGARY Cooling UV Protection Arm Sleeves
Honestly, I love this ... It's like having a shower every time you go potty. This reason this in the HS list is because it's a great way to clean yourself without spreading bacteria or causing irritation.
Happy Po | The Original Happypo Butt Shower Color: Dark Blue L Portable Bidet
This is what I'm switching to. My dad had the same problems and he used this cleanser, very gentle
Cetaphil Daily Use Moisturizing Body Wash, Unscented, 16.9 fl oz
Please, if you do anything for yourself get this or a similar device. Red light and near infrared have been doing wonders for me... I literally use it everywhere including my head and face. Make sure to close your eyes or use protective eye wear (I j...
Red Light Therapy Belt 3-in-1, 660nm & 850nm
I originally got this for less painful medical tape. The spot in my armpit has finally closed up, so the last couple days I have put a piece (after cleaning) over the flair site to reduce exposure to bacteria and friction. So far so good, I will upda...
Dimora Silicone Medical Tape - Hypoallergenic, Pain-Free, 1.6in x 59in