Thanks WBF. It's not an actual allergy, just a reaction, but the meds I'm reacting to keep me alive, and it's taken a while to get the combination worked out, so I don't want to mess with them. I wear rubber gloves for all the messy jobs, even gardening, so I don't tend to get unknown chemicals on me. I'm sure it's the meds, as they are causing all sorts of minor annoyments - well worth it though to still be around
I have tried E45 to no avail, although that could be something else to try adding essential oils to. I do like the idea of the bag balm though as it's really inexpensive for a big tub, so I can make my own for not very much outlay.
I've ordered some of the sea buckthorn oil to mix in - it says specifically it's for itching, so we'll see.
You've all given me lots to experiment with