Parent satisfaction with lotion, cream, gel and ointment emollient types: secondary analysis of the Best Emollients for Eczema study.

Background: The main determinant of emollient effectiveness is whether it is used, which in turn is linked with user satisfaction.

Objectives: To compare parental satisfaction with emollient type for the treatment of childhood eczema.

Methods: Secondary analysis of data from the Best Emollients for Eczema (BEE) trial was undertaken.