subject: Natural Ways To Treat Eczema [print this page] The sad news is that mineral oil does more harm than good; it coats the dermis and prevents the skin from breathing or getting rid of impurities. It also blocks the pores and leaves greasy trace on the skin; worse still, it causes acne breakouts. Omega 3 fatty acids are by far one of the best natural cures to treat eczema. This fatty acid is present in large quantities of foods like flax seed oils and fish oils. It is a natural cure for eczema and helps with reducing the inflammation while acting as a healing agent. Additionally it makes your skin soft and smooth. What are the signs of having a varicose eczema? The patient will discover that his skin near the legs is changing color, to a darker skin tone - or maybe even a purple color.
He will feel itchiness, and find irritations or inflamed parts as well as fragile broken skin. It is best not to scratch the irritated skin, by doing so; it can lead to ulcers, which are difficult to heal. Use lukewarm water and bathe for fifteen minutes. Excessive bathing can cause dry skin and make your skin susceptible to flare-ups. Refrain from using abrasive bathing accessories such as shower puffs and loofahs to prevent further skin irritation. Use a hypoallergenic and perfume-free body cleanser it apply it to your body by using your fingertips.
There is a difference in the type of product you should use if you have regular dry skin or really dry skin. If you have regular dry skin then you can use a creamy moisturizer on a daily basis. However, if you have extremely dry skin, try mineral oil or even an edible, non-comedogenic oil (e.g. olive oil). This is a supplement made from the dried and powdered cartilage of sharks. This supplement has tremendous anti inflammatory properties which are useful when treating psoriasis.
It is always easier to go to the nearest pharmacy or grocery store rather than going to the doctor first before being able to go the pharmacy. A doctor's appointment takes a lot of time and also increases your health care costs. However, what people don't realize is that even though it is more convenient to drive over to an establishment where OTC eczema creams are sold, it may take double the time when choosing the best cream for skin rashes. Probiotics are microbial organisms that are found naturally in the digestive tract. They help suppress the possible growth of harmful bacteria in the body. Herbal extracts which are used in creams and gels also work well. Some of the known extracts that work include licorice, chamomile and witch hazel.
If you avoid the use of chemically charged detergents as much as you can, you will experience less flare ups. Detergents are commonly created from petrochemicals that will cause your skin's membrane to permeate a lot more. When you are washing your hands and skin, try to use natural water and skip the soap from time to time.
