Eczema Skin Care Treatment

What are the symptoms of eczema?

A common symptom is itchiness. Scratching in response to this may be responsible for many of the changes seen on the skin.

What does atopic eczema look like?
If you have eczema, or dermatitis as it is sometimes called, it is likely your skin will be

• red, dry and itchy.
• highly inflamed.

When the eczema is very active you may develop

• small water blisters on the hands and feet
• your skin may become wet and weepy.
• repeatedly scratched, the skin may thicken.
• becomes cracked and sometimes bleeds.
• persistent scratching only worsens the condition and can cause skin infections.

Natural Skin Care Products for Eczema Treatment

Other natural skin care products that may be beneficial to eczema patients include :

• Greenridge Chickweed Compound - helps promote healing and repair of the skin when used for red, inflamed skin conditions such as weeping eczema and chronic itching. more...
• Greenridge Chickweed Gel - with soothing Aloe Vera and antiseptic Tea Tree Oil, this cooling gel gives relief from itching, particularly of red, inflamed skin. more...
• Greenridge Chickweed Ointment - a herbal ointment for the relief of skin irritations. Helps relieve the symptoms of dry eczema, nappy rash, cracked dry scaly or chafed skin conditions. more...
• Invisible Glove - A unique cream providing unequalled long lasting protection for the skin. Protects from dirt, grime, sweat rash, chafing, nappy rash or other irritation. more...
• Evening Primrose Oil - For relief of symptoms of ECZEMA and relief of the effects of PSORIASIS on the skin. more...
• Jojoba Oil - For relief of the symptoms of ECZEMA, DERMATITIS and the effects of PSORIASIS on the skin more...
• Calendulis Plus Cream - Effective for relief of eczema and psoriasis. Relieves itching, redness, and dry skin. Aids in the repair of skin. more...

Skin Hydration

Skin hydration must be maintained. Essential oils, one of nature's most effective emollients, can be used for both skin hydration and to reduce inflammation. Another benefit from using essential oil is that it is anti-bacterial and may help greatly in preventing any skin infections.

There are enormous benefits of using essential oils for eczema and psoriasis.

BENEFITS:

• itching is relieved.
• inflammation is reduced.
• anti-bacterial properties speed up healing.
• redness, dryness and scaliness are also reduced.

SOOTHING CALMING BATH

• Lavender x 2 drops
• Chamomile x 4 drops
• Geranium x 2 drops
• Bergamot x 2 drops

Soak in this calming, relaxing blend of essential oils for at least 10-15 mins

• Melissa x 10 drops
• Blue Chamomile x 20 drops
• Bergamot x 10 drops
• Geranium x 10 drops
• Jojoba oil x 100 ml

Mix essential oils into the Jojoba, and then apply to the affected areas 2 times daily.

Whatever your type, a good skin care routine is all you need
to keep it looking healthy, fresh and clear.