Best cream with menthol: Sarna Original Anti-Itch Lotion — $33.00 If you’re not comfortable with a using a steroid-based cream, this Sarna Anti-Itch lotion can be the next best thing to try.

Size Many anti-itch creams come in very small 1- to 3-ounce tubes. While these are great for spot treatments, they don't work well for rashes that cover large areas like the back.