How to calm an eczema flare up

Eczema flare ups are common especially in children or people who have a family history of the condition. It is typically a rash that appears on the arms and behind the knees, but can also appear anywhere including the neck region. Having the urge to scratch yourself is a bit overwhelming, and here is a few tips that can help calm an eczema flare up.

Skip hot baths

Much as most of us enjoy hot baths, it is not healthy for the skin especially if you experience eczema flare ups once in a while. Avoid bathing frequently with hot water because it can trigger the flare ups. Opting for shorter baths, but in a lukewarm water can control the flare ups.

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Add moisturizer to your bath water

The common type of eczema is allergy related, and in this case  soaps and detergents may be the main causes of the flare ups. The hard soaps we use, and the fact that we just wash and dry forgetting to add a moisturizer in the bath water can irritate the skin. The moisturizer helps to seal the wetness in our skin hydrating the skin.

Change of diet

Eczema is a complicated condition and can still be related to the foods we eat. Flare ups can disappear once we stop eating the foods that cause them, like eggs and dairy products. If you have eczema, it is best if you eliminate these foods and take more of vegetables and fruits. Making a few dietary changes can reduce the eczema flare ups resulting in a more healthy skin.

Avoid strong heat sources

Sitting close to a fire place or basking in the sun may  fell good, but it can make the eczema symptoms worse. The hot dry air dehydrates the skin which may cause an eczema flare up. Avoiding strong heat sources can be the best option .

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