• Ointment: oil-based, greasy, emollient, occlusive, presistent
  • Can feel uncomfortable
• Cream: oil-liquid emulsion, cosmetically elegant
  • Less lipophilic, can be drying
• Lotions: liquid-based, easy to spread (esp. w/ hahri)
  • Less lipophilic
• Gel: alcohol-based, easy to spread
  • Can be stinging
• Foam: easy to spread
  • Expensive