· By Oliver Tatler
The Steroid Cream Trap
We’ve all been there. A stubborn rash. An itchy patch. Dry, flaky skin that just won’t go away. A quick visit to the GP, and out comes the prescription: a steroid cream. You’re told to apply it sparingly for a week or two, and sure enough, your skin calms down. Problem solved, right? Not exactly.
While steroid creams can offer fast relief, they are one of the most overprescribed and overused treatments in modern skincare. And the reality is, long term use can cause serious harm.
What Are Steroid Creams?
Steroid creams (also called topical corticosteroids) are anti-inflammatory medicines used to treat conditions like eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and other inflammatory skin issues. They come in different strengths, from mild to very strong, and work by calming the skin’s immune response.
In short-term situations or emergencies, they can be useful. But they are meant for short-term use only.
Blocked Healing
Steroids often hide the symptoms without treating the cause. This can prevent your skin from learning how to heal itself naturally.
Thinning Skin
Steroids can break down collagen, making your skin thinner, more fragile, and easier to bruise or damage.
Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)
Also known as red skin syndrome, this happens when you stop using steroid creams after using them for a long time. Your skin may react with redness, burning, intense itching, and sensitivity. Recovery can take months, sometimes longer.
Increased Sensitivity and Dependence
Your skin becomes reliant on the steroids to stay calm. When you stop using them, flare-ups can come back worse than before steroids often do.
There’s a Better Way: Let Your Skin Heal Naturally
At Good Good, we believe your skin deserves care, not suppression.
Instead of harsh treatments, we use all-natural ingredients — like CBD, CBG, shea butter, and nourishing oils — to calm irritation, support your skin barrier, and promote real, long-lasting healing. No steroids, no quick fixes, no side effects.
Our balm is designed to be your daily go-to. Whether you’re managing dry patches, chafing, flare-ups or irritation, you can feel confident in what you’re putting on your skin.
What to Try Instead?
Moisturise Regularly
Use a natural balm that strengthens your skin and locks in moisture.
Be Patient
Healing takes time. Your skin may need to adjust as it recovers from long-term steroid use.
Check for Triggers
Things like diet, stress, synthetic skincare, and even washing powders can contribute to skin problems.
Support with Nature
CBD and CBG are natural powerhouses that reduce inflammation and protect the skin without any of the risks.
A Final Word
This isn’t medical advice. But we’ve been through the steroid cycle ourselves, and we know how hard it is to break out of it. Good Good Balm was created from that experience, and we’ve seen it help others do the same.
If you feel like nothing’s working, or your skin keeps reacting, there is another way.