Hydrocortisone Cream 1%
Topical Anti-Inflammatory
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$14.99
In stock
Clinically used
Trusted brand
Fast relief
Short-term use
What It Is
Hydrocortisone 1% cream is a mild topical corticosteroid that relieves inflammation, redness, itching and swelling from minor skin irritation and dermatitis. It does not shrink or reshape the nose.
Key Benefits
- Reduces inflammation and redness
- Relieves itching from minor irritation
- Calms post-procedure skin irritation
- Easy at-home application
- Effect within hours
- Well-established dermatologic use
Common Uses
How It Works
Hydrocortisone reduces the activity of inflammatory cells and mediators in the skin, which decreases redness, swelling and itching. Any reduction in swelling is temporary and inflammatory, not structural.
Treatment Overview
ApplicationThin layer, 1–2 times daily
OnsetWithin hours
DurationUp to 7 days on the face
Facial useShort courses only
ProviderOver-the-counter
Safety & Professional Use
Common effectsMild burning, dryness
Prolonged useSkin thinning, perioral dermatitis, rosacea flare
AvoidEyes, broken skin, infected skin, occlusion
Seek adviceIf no improvement after 7 days
These are general guidelines. Dosing and placement are determined by the treating clinician based on anatomy, indication and product labelling. OTC topical corticosteroid.
