Many of our patients are training to do the NY, Philly, and other local marathons as well as other races. The weather has been erratic and chafing can especially be problematic if the day is warmer than usual.

I came across this article sharing some ideas of 12 different chafing creams or salves that can help. The article has been fact-checked for accuracy. Check out the article below

The 12 Best Anti-Chafing Creams and Sticks to Prevent Skin Irritation

Fight friction with formulas that protect and soothe so the skin doesn’t blister and ooze

By Lacey Muinos, Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD

Susan Bard, MD, is a board-certified general and procedural dermatologist with the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery.

Fact checked by  Richard Scherr

Warmth, moisture, and friction lead to chafing, an uncomfortable form of skin irritation that makes your skin feel like it’s on fire. Though it commonly affects the inner thighs, this can happen all over the body, especially in places that sweat and rub against clothes like underarms, breasts, and feet.

Mild chafing can sting, burn, or look like a rash, explains Melanie Palm, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Art of Skin MD in San Diego, California. In more severe cases, the affected area can swell or even bleed, she adds. Preventing chafing is easier than treating it. Anti-chafing products, such as balms and creams, are designed to prevent chafing by creating a barrier and lubricating skin to minimize friction, Dr. Palm says. She recommends looking for hydrating formulas and being mindful of greasy formulas that may stain clothes.