We’ve all been there: stepping out for just 5 minutes and suddenly you’re sweaty, sticky, and itchy in places you didn’t even know could itch. Add in the humidity, and heat rashes can pop up too, leaving your skin red and prickly. You don’t even need to be under the sun before the urge to scratch yourself hits.
If your skin has been staging little rebellions lately, these itch relief products might just help you get back to feeling like yourself again.
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It’s pretty much impossible to go more than a day without washing your hair in Singapore’s climate, especially if you’re dealing with an itching scalp made worse with sweat and grime. But washing your hair too often can also lead to the natural moisture of your scalp getting stripped away, thus forcing it to produce even more oil to compensate.
The products are pH-balanced, hypoallergenic, and free from chrome sulfates, parabens, silicone, and fragrances.
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Tackle your itchy and sensitive scalp woes at the root while still taking care of your tresses with Suu Balm’s comprehensive hair care series. The dermatologist-formulated range features a shampoo, conditioner, and scalp spray to fully cleanse, hydrate, and soothe your scalp.
For purchases from now till 31st December 2026, you can get $5 off a minimum spend of $60 on any of the Scalp Care Range products. Just use the promo code <SBTSL> when carting out on the Suu Balm website to enjoy this discount.
Price: From $28.50
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Wash off the day’s grime with the Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Wash, a soap-free and lightly scented wash for sensitive and dry skin. It’s also made with nourishing and moisturising ingredients, such as prebiotic colloidal oatmeal.
Those trying to keep an eco-friendly lifestyle can rest easy too – this body wash is almost completely made with biodegradable ingredients.
Price: $41.70
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Another product that soothes dry skin is the EAU THERMALE AVENE XeraCalm A.D Lipid-Replenishing Cleansing Oil. It restores your skin barrier with Cer-omega, skin-like lipids that nourish the skin, and Avène Thermal Spring Water, which helps to reduce itching.
This product also keeps the most sensitive skin in mind. With no soap or fragrances added, it’s even suitable for infants.
And if you’re all about keeping your routine fuss-free, you’ll like this: it doubles as a body wash and a makeup remover, so you don’t have to clutter your bathroom shelf with too many bottles.
Price: $29.90
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When the itching gets serious, try slathering on some QV Intensive Body Ointment for deep hydration and quicker relief.
This vegan-friendly ointment is packed with ingredients to keep your skin hydrated, such as liquid paraffin and petrolatum. Its formulation is also water-free – you won’t get that dreaded stinging sensation when you apply it to cracked or super dry skin.
Price: $56.60
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If you’d rather not deal with greasy hands, keep the SANTECARE Anti-Itch Roll-On close by. This portable roll-on lets you soothe your itches without your hands coming into contact with ointment, and it doesn’t leave any oily residue behind.
The ointment itself contains natural oils and vitamins with anti-inflammatory properties to help calm the itch fast.
Price: $9.30
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“Prevention is better than cure” – there’s no need to wait for your skin to ask for help before showing it some love. The CeraVe Daily Moisturising Lotion is suitable for normal to dry skin, and can be used daily to help replenish skin hydration.
This oil-free lotion is packed with gentle ingredients like hyaluronic acid and ceramides to help restore your skin barrier and keep it healthy in the long run. It also uses patented technology to keep your skin hydrated for 24 hours through controlled release, so you don’t need to keep setting reminders to reapply your lotion.
Price: $27.90
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When you’re out hiking in the wild with no shower in sight, you’ll be glad you brought the GATSBY Body Wipes with you. These wipes contain menthol to cool your skin, as well as antiperspirants and deodorant ingredients to keep you smelling fresh throughout the day.
There are various scents to choose from – go for their Freeze Peach wipes if you’re into something sweet, or opt for Ice Citrus for a more refreshing, zesty feel.
Price: From $3.60
Purchase GATSBY Body Wipes.
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The SVR Cicavit+ Sos Anti-Itching Spray is a quick and fuss-free way to combat itching when the heat is relentless. Its formula packs a 15% anti-irritation complex to help calm your skin and dial down that urge to scratch. It also forms a protective barrier over your skin to keep harmful bacteria away.
A bonus is that it helps with scar prevention too – the combination of Centella Asiatica and Provitamin B5 accelerates skin healing without leaving behind any unwanted marks.
Price: $43
Purchase the SVR Cicavit+ Sos Anti-Itching Spray.
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Chances are, you’ve seen this metal tin sitting on your grandparents’ shelf, but you can also find this Prickly Heat Powder online and on supermarket shelves. There’s a reason why this powder has been trusted for generations, with its natural essential oils effectively soothing your itches and rashes. It’s also the most affordable product on the list!
Price: $1.68
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Before you head out to the sunny beach, don’t forget to pack some sunblock, like the Vaseline Healthy Bright Daily Sun Refreshing Serum Sunscreen. The product locks in moisture to prevent dryness and has a cooling effect to soothe any itches, all while giving you SPF protection.
Don’t just put this on when you’re going outdoors – the niacinamide in the sunscreen protects your skin from blue light effects, perfect for when you’re constantly staring at your computer screen at your 9-to-5.
Price: $9.90
Purchase the Vaseline Healthy Bright Daily Sun Refreshing Serum Sunscreen.
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The NATPAT Magic Patch is usually used for bug bites, draining insect saliva that causes itching with its Grid Relief technology. That said, these single-use patches work as well for other itchy spots and double as a visual reminder to stop scratching.
Every pack of patches includes various colours, from classic shades like white and beige to more vibrant hues like blue and pink for you to match them with your fit.
Price: $15.80
Purchase the NATPAT Magic Patch.
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Anyone with the unfortunate predicament of being loved by mosquitoes has probably tried fighting off the itch by marking an “X” right on the bite. Well, you can replicate the feeling with the Rollo 2.0, minus accidentally puncturing your skin with your nails.
It’s a portable roller that makes use of downward pressure to relieve the itch, and even comes with a screw-top to adjust the rolling intensity according to your preference.
Price: $60
Purchase the Rollo 2.0.
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If you have eczema, chances are you’ve woken up in the middle of the night because of a flare-up. Instead of scratching the discomfort away and disrupting your much-needed rest, try protecting your skin overnight with the Eczema Scratch Mitten.
This cardigan-style mitten is designed to ensure it doesn’t accidentally come off in your sleep, without feeling too restricting. Choose your kind of comfort – the mitten comes in both cotton and tencel.
It’s also made to be durable and can last you about a year or 2, even if you wear it every night.
Price: From $100
Purchase the Eczema Scratch Mitten.
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And if conventional itch relief products aren’t your thing, try something new like an itch relief pen. This little device works best on bug bites, utilising a heat pulse technology to denature the proteins in the insect saliva that are causing the itch.
You can adjust the heat to your own preference, and there’s a timer to make sure you don’t burn yourself. It’s also easily rechargeable through a Type-C cable, so just grab your regular portable charger to charge it when you’re out in the wild.
Price: $19.86
Purchase itch relief pens.
Hot and humid weather doesn’t have to mean non-stop scratching. With these itch relief products in your arsenal, you’ll stay cool, comfy, and scratch-free even on the most sweltering days.
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