HRG’s five notable products from January 2025
After finishing the year on a high note in December, product introductions saw a strong January and extended its streak with a third straight month of increases.
In January, suppliers introduced 192 new products, 52 more items than the 140 they released in December. Waukesha, Wis.-based HRG reviewed five products in the health category, 47 items in the wellness sector and 140 products in the beauty aisle to see which ones stood out as Products to Watch.
1. Aquaphor Lip Repair Stick Aloe Vera
Beiersdorf Inc.’s Aquaphor Lip Repair Stick with aloe vera is designed to provide immediate relief for very dry lips. The product delivers long-lasting moisture protection and soothes chapped, cracked lips, the company said. It comes in a .17-oz. tube.
2. Bausch + Lomb Advanced Eye Relief Drops
Bausch Health said its once daily Advanced Eye Relief drops are designed to provide eye allergy itch relief from allergens such as pet dander, pollen, grass and ragweed. The drops contain olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution and USP 0.2% antihistamine. Bausch claims this original prescription strength formula works in minutes for all day relief. The drops come in a 3.5-ml. bottle.
3. Sarna Eczema Relief Lotion
Sarna Eczema Relief Lotion by Crown Laboratories is a skin protectant containing 2% colloidal oatmeal, shea butter, jojoba oil and beta glucan. The lotion is designed to help restore skin’s moisture barrier while temporarily protecting and relieving minor skin irritation and itching. It’s hypoallergenic and contains no fragrances, parabens and phthalates. It’s sold in a 7.5-oz. bottle.
4. MG217 Medicated Exfoliating Face & Body Wash
MG217 Medicated Exfoliating Face & Body Wash by Wisconsin Pharmacal Co. contains 2.5% salicylic acid and botanicals to cleanse, moisturize and help restore a healthy skin barrier. Wisconsin Pharmacal claims the wash helps control itch and redness and softens, lifts and removes scales and plaque associated with psoriasis. The product comes in a 8-oz. bottle.
5. O’Keeffe’s Working Hands Hand & Body Lotion
O’Keeffe’s developed Working Hands Hand & Body Lotion formulation for daily use. The product is formulated to heal, relieve and repair extremely dry, itchy skin for elbows, knees, heels and knuckles. The lightweight lotion is designed to provide 48-hour moisture all over, and the bottle is made with recyclable materials, the company said. It comes in a 12-oz. bottle.
