Dry Skin on my Eye - Don't want to use Steroid Cream

[Momparupapumpum]

I have a patch of dry skin in the corner of my eyelid that the GP has prescribed a mild steroidal cream for. I don't fancy using the cream.

I don't wear eyeshadow, and have used the same brand of mascara for ages so I don't see that the mascara is the problem.

Can anyone suggest a way of getting rid of this flare up?

Aqueous cream might help. Wouldn't fancy using a steroid cream near eyes!

I used a steroid cream (Valisone - this was in the US) on my eyes for a number of years and it worked a treat. But at the moment, I'm keeping the dry skin somewhat at bay using the calendula cream by Jurlique.

Would you mind telling me what your GP prescribed? I know you don't like it, but I need something and can mention it to mine. :)

Sorry JJ, I can't. As soon as I left the surgery I threw the prescription into the bin!

Forgot to thank you for your advice janglybells and JJ x

Momp, that's ok! I'd like to be able to wear eye makeup soon (have huge dark circles under my eyes), so should get myself to a doctor.