June 08, 2014
5 Skincare Tips to Prevent & Soothe Eczema Outbreaks
The Best Moisturizer for Eczema
Suffering from eczema can be agony. I know first-hand because I’ve been dealing with eczema, allergies and asthma since childhood. The 3 conditions seem to go together. As a child, I had eczema really bad inside of my elbows and behind my knees and on my hands. My skin would get so inflamed; it would constantly be dry, red, itchy and irritated. I would scratch so much I would break the skin, making it vulnerable to contagious infections such as impetigo. The doctor would say that there is no cure, only treatments. Genetics are a factor, along with chemicals and allergens. I was told I have an abnormal skin barrier that doesn't hold on to enough water, so it's dry. Irritants, microbes, and toxins easily enter the body, causing inflammation. When I became a makeup artist, the eczema continued; especially on my hands. The brush cleaner and all the chemicals were unbearable. After trying everything, these 5 treatments helped me the most, so I would like to share them with you.
Suffering from eczema can be agony. I know first-hand because I’ve been dealing with eczema, allergies and asthma since childhood. The 3 conditions seem to go together. As a child, I had eczema really bad inside of my elbows and behind my knees and on my hands. My skin would get so inflamed; it would constantly be dry, red, itchy and irritated. I would scratch so much I would break the skin, making it vulnerable to contagious infections such as impetigo. The doctor would say that there is no cure, only treatments. Genetics are a factor, along with chemicals and allergens. I was told I have an abnormal skin barrier that doesn't hold on to enough water, so it's dry. Irritants, microbes, and toxins easily enter the body, causing inflammation. When I became a makeup artist, the eczema continued; especially on my hands. The brush cleaner and all the chemicals were unbearable. After trying everything, these 5 treatments helped me the most, so I would like to share them with you.
My four day before, during & after using The Eczema Ointment:
1. Daily moisturizing: I created The Eczema Ointment by Glycelene because I knew I couldn't use a steroid for more than a week. I wanted something safe that I could use daily to help rebuild and repair my skin while quickly soothing the irritation. Glycelene is the best moisturizer for Eczema and other skin issues such as heat rash and chaffing. 2. Daily bathing: It's important to take good care of your skin and keep it clean. Take warm (not hot) baths on a regular basis. Create a soothing moisturizing bath for relief by grinding oats to a very fine powder and adding them to the bath or add the whole oats to a muslin bag, cheesecloth or organza bag and hang it under the tap, allowing the water to run over it. Use caution as it can cause the tub to be slippery. Some other bathing tips:- Avoid bubble bath
- Use mild soap or a fragrance free, sulfate free cleanser
- Avoid lanolin based soaps and lotions
- Pat skin dry and moisturize entire body after bathing
3. Clothing:
- Wear 100% cotton when possible
- Avoid wearing scratchy fibers and wool
- Change clothes immediately after you workout
4. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated:
- Consider investing in a humidifier
- Avoid rapid changes in temperature
- Avoid sunburn and overly windy conditions
- Avoid drinks or cocktails that cause a rash or dehydration
