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* Clean the area using moist wipes, making sure it's really clean. Any unwanted residue will act as an abrasive.
* Diaper (nappy) treatment can help relieve the pain. [http://go.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=Destin&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FDesitin-Maximum-Strength-Paste-4-Ounce%2Fdp%2FB003O32P8U DestinDesitin] (or a [http://go.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=Zinc&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FZINC-OXIDE-OINTMENT-RUG-Size%2Fdp%2FB000PHZ8W8 generic Zinc Oxide ointment]) is recommended by some runners, but does have a strong odortend to leave white marks.
* Lubricant can help if used early enough, but if the skin is damaged and rough it doesn't help as much. One of the best lubricants for this area is [http://go.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=2Toms&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2F2toms-Blister-Shield-SportShield-Roll-On%2Fdp%2FB00905EBQU 2Toms Sport Shield]. You either need a roll-on dedicated to this area, or preferably use the [http://go.fellrnr.com/?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=SSWipes&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSport-Shield%2Fdp%2FB004453IH4 Sport Shield Wipes].
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* Cleanliness is critical. Make sure the areas is thoroughly clean, using wet wipes if you have to go mid-race.
* Lubricate before the race, clean and lube after you go and periodically through a longer race.
* [[A_review_of_graduated_compression_wear| Compression shorts or tights]] that are too tight around the buttocks can hasten the chaffing
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