I've lived with HS for over 10 years, and these are the products that I actually rely on during flares and daily management. This list focuses on pain relief, drainage control, friction reduction, and comfort- especially budget-friendly options that ...
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HS FLARE-UP ESSENTIALS
HS Flare-Up EMERGENCY MUST-HAVES
Cleansers & SKIN PROTECTION
Friction & Sweat Control
HS Comfort Extras (NOT MEDICAL ADVICE)
HS FLARE-UP ESSENTIALS
All of the contents in my little bag of secrets!
If there is ONE product, I can recommend to you THIS! It's been the BEST and I mean best for my HS flairs! **Not Medical Advice, BUT this is always my first stop!**
MyMagicHealer Universal Flare Care Salve
Some of the best gauze with a pain free removal!
Curad Sterile Non-Adherent Pads, Pack of 100
Amazing and can be cut to any size needed! Love that I can cut the size I need!
Hydrocolloid Roll Wound Care Bandages 2INx4.8FT
Public bathrooms can be so scary! Love being able to stand and go.
SaniGirl Disposable Female Urinal Funnel (10)
Hot and Cold Packs great for pain and inflammation.
Soft Reusable Hot & Cold Gel Ice Packs 2-Pack
Perfect for on the go when you need helping controlling bleeding and drainage.
50 Count Adhesive Gauze Island Dressing 4x4
Perfect for on-the-go relief! So simple to just throw in my bag and go!
Witch Hazel Flushable Wipes (30)
HS Flare-Up EMERGENCY MUST-HAVES
If you take any advice, please let it be the My Magic Healer! It has been an absolute LIFESAVER
Great drawing salve for rough skin. Non-sensitive areas only please!
Hyland's PRID Drawing Salve, 18g, Skin Relief
This is great, and it helps cut down on my inflation levels. One bottle that I won’t let go empty!
NatureWise Curcumin Turmeric 2250mg 180ct
Great for helping deep nodules that need help draining. EASY wash!
samply 2L Hot Water Bottle with Knitted Cover
Soft icepacks for when the throbbing just won't stop and I need relief.
Reusable Hot & Cold Gel Ice Packs 10.5x5 (4 Pack)
Great for on-the-go flare-ups when you need a cover that will help pull everything out!
TKTK Large Pimple Patches, 7 Sizes, 126 Count
Cleansers & SKIN PROTECTION
What I personally use for our sensitive skin
This is the ONLY soap I will use. This is what I personally use when I have an open flare!
Hibiclens Antimicrobial Liquid Antiseptic Soap and Skin Cleanser, 8oz
Best soap for daily use! Has cleared up my other bumpy skin.
PanOxyl 4% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Wash 6oz
Great body wash, I use it full body to prevent other soaps from getting in my flares.
CLn® BodyWash for Eczema & Sensitive Skin, 8oz
This is amazing if you have outdoorsy hobbies and still need a way to clean up on the go then this is for you!
NeilMed Cleanse Sterile Saline Wound Wash 6.3oz
Friction & Sweat Control
Perfect things to help you keep friction and sweating under control and minimize flares
Amazing I cannot recommend this enough for chafing! Great for under your breast!
Megababe Thigh Rescue Anti-Chafe Stick
Who doesn't need more cotton undies. Seamless for the most uncomfortable flares!
Cotton Women's Seamless High Waisted Briefs 6 Pack
Great for days that your flare can't stop you. Also, the waistband stays in place!
wirarpa Women's Anti Chafing Cotton Boyshorts 3 Pack
Perfect on days that my boils just need to drain and dry out! Easy to wash and dry.
Soft 4-Layer Washable and Reusable Bed Pad
HS Comfort Extras (NOT MEDICAL ADVICE)
Things that make living with HS a little easier
So soft for staying in or going grocery store run! You deserve to be comfy too!
RUMIA Fall Outfits Women 2026 Sweater Sets
This has been an absolute life saver! Never did I think heat would make give me relief.
