The term eczema is used to describe many forms of skin irritations. The type of eczema that causes dry, scaly, rough, itchy skin is called atopic dermatitis eczema. Atopic dermatitis eczema is common and usually develops before a child’s fifth birthday. You can treat most cases of atopic dermatitis eczema without a prescription.
The main solution to treating atopic dermatitis eczema is to return moisture to the skin. There are many ways to do this.
A humidifier- Atopic dermatitis eczema is commonly worse during the winter months when most homes are dry and lack moisture in the air due to the furnace being on. A home humidifier can fix this problem therefore restoring moisture to the air and in return your skin. There are many different types of humidifiers ranging from very affordable one room models that can be purchased at the drug store to entire house units that must be installed by a professional because they attach to your furnace system. A quick temporary fix is to bring a large pot of water to a boil and simmer. The evaporating water will return to the air in your home.
Lotions– There are several moisture locking lotions on the market today that can bring relief from the dryness and itchiness caused by atopic dermatitis eczema. Different skin types do better with different brands. Curell, Vaseline and Gold Bond are popular brands that can be found at most drugstores and that many people use for relief from atopic dermatitis eczema. Some lotions will burn when applied to extremely dry skin. Applying lotion regularly will lessen the chance of burning.
Vaseline– Regular old Vaseline can be an extremely easy and cheap solution to treating atopic dermatitis eczema. The downsides of using Vaseline can be that it is greasy so might be best used at night. It can also clog pores so be careful when using on the face.
Stay hydrated- Drink plenty of water, and tea to stay hydrated. Green tea is especially good for staying hydrated. Your skin will stay healthier the more hydrated you are. Broth based soups are also good for staying hydrated.
What to avoid if you have atopic dermatitis eczema
Be careful of irritants such as face paint, make up and perfume. These things can irritate your eczema and should be avoided. There are beauty products specifically made for people who suffer from skin conditions, always be careful when trying out a new makeup or perfume.
Avoid hot baths and long showers which will dry out your skin. Shorter showers and warm instead of hot baths will keep your skin healthier, lessening the effects of atopic dermatitis eczema.
Atopic dermatitis eczema is an easily treatable skin problem. Follow these tips to lessen its effects so you don’t have to worry about it.
