Wear anti-chafing shorts or compression shorts
Apply anti-chafing balm, stick, or cream to inner thighs
Use petroleum jelly or zinc oxide on friction-prone areas
Choose moisture-wicking, breathable fabrics
Avoid cotton in hot or sweaty conditions
Keep the area dry with powder or absorbent products
Change out of sweaty clothes promptly
Wear properly fitting clothing that does not rub
Use seamless or flat-seam garments
Trim thigh hair if it increases friction
Maintain good hygiene and dry the skin thoroughly
Stay hydrated to help reduce excessive sweating
Lose excess body weight if medically appropriate
Treat skin irritation early before it worsens
Avoid long periods of repetitive walking without protection
Reapply protection as needed during exercise or hot weather