Eczema advice: * Take warm baths instead of hot showers. Warm baths are less drying. * Adding in Epsom salts will help provide anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. The extra bonus? Relaxation! Epsom salt baths help soothe and relax the muscles, so tension is eased. Stress is a major component in eczema flare ups so relaxation is key to managing the problem. * Using a very gentle cleanser that maintains the skin’s barrier is important. * After bathing, pat the skin dry and avoid rubbing vigorously with a towel. Make sure to apply a highly nourishing and moisturizing product within 3 minutes while skin is still damp to lock in moisture. * I recommend body products specifically formulated for dry, itchy skin. * Look for moisturizing ingredients such as ceramides, petrolatum and shea butter to help reduce trans-epidermal water loss and restore the skin’s natural moisture barrier. * Ingredients such as a light amount of an alpha hydroxy acid can help minimize the dry, itchy plaques. Try a cream that contains salicylic acid in addition to vitamin D. * Look for ointments and creams instead of serums and lotions. * Always opt for a fragrance free product. * Have your vitamin D levels checked. Recent clinical studies have shown that there may be a link between vitamin D deficiencies and atopic dermatitis. * Avoid tight fitting, rough, scratchy clothing. Instead of wool, opt for cotton. * Visit your dermatologist to determine whether the use of prescription-strength products are necessary to help manage your eczema. #eczema #itchy #skin #skincare #skincareshare #winter #beauty #model #TV
Posted on: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 17:14:17 +0000