It can be heartbreaking to watch the suffering of a young child or baby as they try
to get some relief from the itching and irritation caused by eczema. Don't despair - there are some simple steps you can take to provide relief to your children.
Use mild cleansers for your skin. One thing you can do to avoid having eczema is to avoid using strong cleansers and perfumed ones that can possibly irritate the skin or can cause skin allergies. Also avoid soaps as they can dry your skin and can make it more itchy. Use mild liquid cleansers that are soap-free.
Eczema causes dry, scaly and itchy skin. It's essential that you keep your eczema moisturized as often as possible. This will help prevent dry skin and the itch that is often caused by eczema.
Be aware of what type of fabric their clothing and bedding is made of. Make sure that your baby's bedding and clothing consists of 100% cotton only. As far as possible apply this rule with older children but in this case allow them to give feedback about how comfortable they are feeling.
Make sure the ingredients in the moisturizers do not have alcohol and other drying agents. Try to stick with the ones that contain Vitamin E, neem, olive, or coconut oils; all of these are great for the skin. And of course, water should always be carried around as you will need to stay hydrated. Don't resort to soda, tea or coffee when you are thirsty. They are common drinks that can dehydrate your skin. If you bake in the sun, remember this is drying you out and it needs replenishment.
When washing laundry, use the second rinse option on the wash machine to ensure that irritating laundry soap has been completely rinsed out. Many people prefer using natural products and applying oils to the skin such as coconut oil can be helpful. Also making sure you have omega 3 and omega 6 oils in your system by taking fish oils and flax seed oil can be beneficial.
Determine the foods that might be causing your eczema. Indeed, eczema can be triggered by some foods that may cause your skin to have allergic reactions. Eczema in children may also be due to foods that are making this skin problem worse. It is important to keep track of your triggers and finding them out through testing or experimentation. You can also seek assistance from a dietician to help you identify your food triggers.