The Best Creams for Jock Itch, According to Dermatologists

By A Mystery Man Writer

SPY asked dermatologists which creams and products are the best for treating jock itch.
Clinically proven to cure most jock itch infections, Lotrimin Ultra Antifungal Cream contains butenafine hydrochloride to help kill the fungus that causes jock itch. It’s formulated to work quickly and relieve itching, burning, cracking, and scaling that accompany not just jock itch but other fungal infections tool. This cream works fast but requires a bit more maintenance than other options. It involves washing and drying the affected area, and applying a thin layer, twice a day for two weeks.
Key Ingredients: Clotrimazole, an ingredient clinically proven to control the natural fungus that causes jock itch and other related infections. How It Works: This is Lotrimin’s basic antifungal jock itch cream. It’s a scaled down version of the cream above, and great for less severe infections. It only needs to be applied once daily for two weeks, rather than twice. There’s More: Lotramin’s clotrimazole variety of cream is an easy-to-apply odorless, greaseless, non-staining cream. The .42oz tube is small and compact, perfect for keeping in the gym back or tucking away in a pocket.
Key Ingredients: Salicylic acid How It Works: Salicylic acid wears many hats in the dermatological world, including working as an antifungal agent. This deeply moisturizing cream soothes and strengthens skin as it addresses the infection. There’s More: This cream is paraben-free, nonirritating, soothing, and safe for sensitive skin. It relieves itching, irritation, redness, and scaling in addition to fighting off infection.
Key Ingredients: Miconazole Nitrate How It Works: This cream has a thick, soothing consistency that not only addresses the infection but repels moisture to prevent irritation while the rash heals. There’s More: This ointment is formulated to be worn during a sweaty workout, so one can still workout without irritating the rash further and causing discomfort.
Key Ingredients: Tea Tree, Eucalyptus and Lavender oils How It Works: Tea tree oil has naturally antifungal and antibacterial properties, making this a great all-nature preventative measure against jock itch infections. There’s More: The other medicated creams on this list are made to be used to treat an existing infection. This balm can be used preventatively on the nether regions to keep skin clean and healthy.