Are you looking for the best moisturizers for sensitive skin in Malaysia?
Here, I will list down all the best moisturizers for sensitive skin in Malaysia that I have tried on myself and my kids.
My skin is generally sensitive as I did have eczema growing up. However, I outgrew it. But I still find that if I use lotions or soaps with perfume too often, I will end up scratching. Sometimes, it may even cause my skin to become dry.
As for my kids, both of them have eczema. One of them has pretty severe eczema, unfortunately. For the past several months we have been spending on different moisturizers for them both to help protect their skin and to prevent them from scratching.
So you can say that I’ve had a lot of experience trying out these different moisturizers for sensitive skin in Malaysia.
Things to Know About Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin
If you have sensitive skin, there are several things you need to know. For instance, the moisturizers that you purchase should not have perfume or a nice smell.
If you buy something that has a strong perfume smell even if it states “natural” then you should stay away from it.
To protect the skin, you will need to constantly ensure that your skin is moisturized.
Previously, I thought that you should only moisturize right after you bathe.
Although that is indeed the best time for you to moisturize your skin, but you should not wait until then to moisturize your skin. This is especially important for people who have sensitive skin.
I always keep a small tube of lotion or cream in my handbag just in case one of my kid’s complain that their skin is itchy or dry. It really helps to keep their eczema under control.
For those who have sensitive skin such as eczema, extreme cold or heat such as sweat can make their skin irritated. That is why it’s important to keep the skin moisturized at all times.
Where Can I Find These Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin?
Most of these can be found in major pharmacies in Malaysia. I get most of these from Caring Pharmacy. Caring Pharmacy is one of the biggest pharmacy chains in Malaysia and their options never disappoint me. But you can also find some of them in other pharmacies such as Watsons and Guardian.
Note: These creams are not ranked in any order, it’s just for organization purposes
Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin Malaysia 1: REMDII
Remdii Intensive Moisturizing Cream
If you have sensitive skin or mild eczema, Remdii has several creams for sensitive skin. Fun fact: Remdii is a product patented by Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM).
Feel: It is light and absorbs quickly. This is suitable for those who have sensitive skin and mild eczema.
When to use it: It can be used day and night. Best applied after a shower while the skin is damp.
Price: RM85 for 112ml
Where to buy: Selected pharmacies such as Caring Pharmacy
Online-store: Remdii on Shopee
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Remdii Ultra Sensitive Intensive Barrier Repair Cream for Sensitive Skin, Eczema, Dry Skin, Psoriasis
Feel: It is light and absorbs quickly. This is suitable for those who have sensitive skin and mild eczema.
When to use it: It can be used day and night. Bes applied after a shower while the skin is damp.
Price: RM80 for 50ml and RM150 for 150ml
Where to buy: Selected pharmacies such as Caring Pharmacy
Online-store: Remdii on Shopee
Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin Malaysia 2: QV
QV makes a variety of moisturizers for sensitive skin. Thankfully, these are also available in Malaysian stores such as Caring Pharmacy, Guardian and Watsons.
QV Intensive Body Moisturizer for Extremely Dry Skin
We have been using this QV body intensive moisturizer for the past several months.
Feel: It really is moisturizing and it has a petroleum jelly-like feel. Having said that, it might feel a little sticky.
When to use it: If the sticky feel bothers you, you can use it at night. Bear in mind, the sticky feel does not last long.
Price: RM35.90 for 100g or RM110.90 for 500g
Where to buy: Across pharmacies in Malaysia and in hospitals
Online-store: QV original store Shopee
QV Cream Moisturizing Cream for Dry and Sensitive Skin
Feel: Light-weight. This one is our favorite moisturizer for sensitive skin by QV because it absorbs the skin very quickly and it does not sting. This is really great for kids and it is really effective.
When to use it: You can use it as many times as necessary
Price: RM35.90 for 100g or RM112.90 for 500g
Where to buy: Across pharmacies in Malaysia and in hospitals
Online-store: QV original store Shopee
QV flare-up
Feel: If you and your kid has a flare, this is a good option as it can dry the parts of the skin that has some wet residue. However, if she does not have any wet residue (kawasan lembab) on her body, you should not use this as this can dry the skin.
When to use it: When flare-up occurs. Can be applied day or night
Price: RM35.90 for 100g or RM110.90 for 450g
Where to buy: Hospitals
Online-store: They don’t sell this online
Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin Malaysia 3: GRAHAMS NATURE
I am currently using Grahams nature right now as I’ve heard a lot of good recommendations about their moisturizers. So personally, I cannot give you any updates about their lotion. I will update this blog post once I do.
Despite that though, several friends of mine have recommended Grahams Baby XMA Cream and their C+ Cream for dry, itchy and irritated skin relief.
My sister’s newborn currently is experiencing eczema and she used Grahams Baby XMA Cream. Surprisingly, she could see a lot of improvement within two days!
Feel: Light weight and non-greasy. Does not sting.
When to use it: It is recommended to apply it 2-3 times a day. It is also highly encouraged to apply it consistently over a period of several weeks.
Price: RM 52.90 for 50g (C+ Cream) and RM 50.30 for 75g (Grahams Baby XMA Cream)
Where to buy: Caring and Watsons
Online-store: Caring’s E-Online Store; Lazada Flagship Store and Watson’s.
Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin Malaysia 4: SUU BALM
Apart from QV and Remdii, I have also used Suu Balm.
Suu Balm is a product by the National Skin Centre of Singapore. Several of my friends recommended this to me. The dermatologist had also recommended this to us as the cooling effect can help minimize the itch, especially for my kids.
Suu Balm Kids Dual Rapid Itch Relieving & Restoring Ceramide Moisturiser
Feel: It is light and absorbs quickly. It does have a cooling effect which I personally like. However, some kids who have really sensitive skin might not like it. But it does prevent them from scratching.
When to use it: It can be used day and night. It SHOULD NOT be applied on broken skin/ luka as it can sting. Avoid the face and eyes.
Price: RM78 for 75ml and RM157 for 200ml
Where to buy: Selected pharmacies such as Caring Pharmacy
Online-store: Suu Balm Original Store on Shopee
Suu Balm Rapid Itch Relief Moisturiser
Feel: It is light and absorbs quickly. It does have a cooling effect which I personally like. However, some kids who have really sensitive skin might not like it. But it does prevent them from scratching.
When to use it: It can be used day and night. It SHOULD NOT be applied on broken skin/ luka as it can sting. Avoid the face and eyes.
Price: RM51.97 for 75ml and RM130 for 350ml
Where to buy: Selected pharmacies such as Caring Pharmacy
Online-store: Suu Balm Original Store on Shopee
Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin Malaysia 5: MUGWORT ANTI-ITCH BALM by HERBIES
Yes, we have tried Mugwort Anti-Itch Balm as well.
Feel: It comes in a small round casing. From the name balm, you will know that it gives a Vaseline feel. For those who itch, it does give a cooling effect.
When to use it: It can be used day and night. However, it SHOULD NOT be applied on open wound/ luka as it can sting.
Price: RM 59 – RM 209.
Online-store: Herbbies
Things to Ponder
These are the top 5 brands that I have been using frequently on myself and my kids. I must openly admit that all these brands and moisturizers for sensitive skin can be found easily in Malaysia.
I know it can be confusing with the different kinds of lotions and creams out there. As a parent, you want to find the best moisturizer for yourself and your kids.
I hope this post will help you make the best-informed decision about which to buy. To be honest, it really depends on the nature of your skin and what you’re experiencing at the time.
In addition to moisturizing, you need to remember that if your skin gets worse you should see a dermatologist to get treated.
I also highly encourage taking care of your health in a holistic manner. Drink enough water, whole foods and playing or exercising outside does strengthen one’s immunity. These are the many things that doctors have recommended to us.
Let me know if you’ve had progress with any of these creams in the comment section below!
