Natural skin care cream improves skin appearance and heal eczema outbreaks

There are several different types of eczema:

Atopic Eczema - The most common of all eczemas is Atopic Eczema which is often present along with asthma and hay fever. People of all ages can be affected, but there seems to be a trend for it to run in families. A common symptom is itchiness that can become very uncomfortable. The skin has an overall dryness, can become very red, and highly inflamed. Persistent scratching only worsens the condition and can cause skin infections. If infected, the skin can weep and have cracks in it. NB! Skin hydration must be maintained.

Allergic Contact Eczema results when the body has a reaction to skin contact with a substance that the immune system finds unacceptable. The reaction may be immediate, or can develop over an extended period of time. Some of the typical substances are nickel, perfumes, cloth, rubber, and tin. Some of these substances may be found of the commonest of items, such as rings, buckles, buttons on clothes, watches, and other jewelry.

Irritant Contact Eczema is caused by contact with substances that could be encountered daily, such as soaps, certain chemicals, and detergents. Hairdressers and beauticians often find themselves with rashes and inflamed skin. As with atopic eczema, keeping the skin moist can help in preventing an outbreak. Herbal products, unlike remedies containing drugs, can be used often during the day without any adverse side affects.

Infantile Seborrhoeic Eczema can be very common for children under 1 year of age. The reason for this condition, also called cradle cap is not fully understood. While it is not considered to be serious and causes the baby no unwell feelings, it can be treated with herbal products to help clear the condition. It usually lasts only a few months. See our safe and effective BabyNature Cradle-Cap Salve for natural treatment on infant cradle cap.

Adult Seborrhoeic Eczema can be more serious than the infant version. It can be found in the scalp and can spread to the face, ears, neck, and chest. The skin becomes inflamed, red, and can flake.

Varicose Eczema is a condition found in the lower leg. People in their middle to late years are found most likely to encounter this eczema. Poor circulation is suspected. The ankles are most often affected and if the skin is left untreated, ulcers can develop. Typical treatment is an emollient, especially one that can improve the general health of the skin.

Discoid Eczema most often occurs in adults. It appears as a small, coin shaped redness of the skin. Most often it is found on the trunk or lower legs. These can erupt or weep. Emollients are a usual treatment, but care should be taken that the skin does not become infected.

Conventional treatment for eczema usually involves the use of cortisone products to treat inflammation and reduce pain and infection. Cortisone and steroid-based products are known to have many side effects and should be avoided if at all possible, especially in the case of children and infants. Apart from their known negative effects on systemic health, the effectiveness of cortisone treatment tends to diminish over time, resulting in a need for stronger more aggressive treatment as time progresses.

Natural products containing herbs should be used instead of steroid-based cortisone products. This approach helps to support skin health, helping to prevent eczema outbreaks as well as to treat the symptoms. Feelgood Health ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream has been developed with care by our practicing Clinical Psychologist, is 100% natural, safe, and manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are well-researched and have been put to the test over the years as a complement to the treatment of real people with real problems.

Secondly, an obvious plan is to stay away from substances that cause reactions. Keep the skin as healthy as possible. When bathing, use soaps that are not harsh to the skin. Our FeelGood Health ClearSkin Daily Wash is an excellent alternative to ordinary soap for keeping skin clean. The ingredients in ClearSkin Daily Wash are also known for their beneficial effects on skin health, further assisting in the prevention of skin problems like eczema.

Diet is very important. Some common foods known to contain allergens that can aggravate the body are daily products such as milk, cheese, ice cream, and yogurt. Eggs should be avoided. Crustacean meat should be greatly reduced or avoided altogether. Lobster, shrimp, squid, prawns, clams, oysters, and other crustaceans can cause allergic reactions. Salmon should also be avoided along with calcium supplements and color dyes, especially Yellow #5. Additional allergens are products containing NutraSweet. Mushrooms can sometimes cause reactions to eczema patients and should not be eaten. Hot, spicy foods can cause intestinal inflammation which can cause outbreaks of eczema.

The ingredients include:

• Vitamin E oil – known for its ability to support healthy skin cells, this soothing and gentle oil can be extremely therapeutic in addressing itchiness and inflamed skin.
• Mentha piperita oil – this herbal ingredient has been known to promote health in general. The therapeutic properties of peppermint oil include analgesic, anesthetic, antiseptic, and carminative effects.
• Bulbinella frutescens tr – an herb indigenous to Southern Africa and used traditionally to help heal superficial wounds, burns, rashes and bring calm to itchy skin without the chemical components of commercial creams.
• Aloe ferox tr – this ingredient has shown positive effects in supporting skin in studies. (Syed, T. A., Ahmad, S. A., Holt, A. H., Ahmad, S. A., Ahmad, S. H., and Afzal, M. “Management of psoriasis with Aloe vera extract in a hydrophilic cream: a placebo-controlled, double-blind study”. Trop.Med Int Health 1996;1(4):505-509.) It can also help to rejuvenate skin that has been under ‘stress’.
• Glycorrhiza glabra tr – Also known as Licorice - this herb has Antibacterial properties. Licorice is most known for its soothing effect on inflamed mucous membranes, but it is also very soothing on inflamed skin and itchy patches that tend to flake or crust.
• Melia azadirachta tr – This herb is well known for its uses in helping skin affected by eczema and other skin disorders such as psoriasis and dermatitis. It has also been researched for its ability to support healthy skin. (Pandey, S., Jha, A., and Kaur, V. “Aqueous extract of neem leaves in treatment of psoriasis vulgaris.” Indian Journal of Dermatol Venereol Leprol 1994;60(2):63-67).
• Sambucus nigra tr – The flavonoids, including quercetin, are believed to account for the therapeutic effects of this herb. The leaves of this herb are believed to be pain relieving and to promote healing of injuries – the Native Americans used this plant for numerous skin conditions. This herb also has anti-inflammatory properties, extremely useful for aggravated skin.
• Stellaria media tr – This is a cooling and soothing herb that relieves itching, promotes healing and has anti-inflammatory properties. It contains triterpene saponins, phytosterols, minerals, flavonoids and vitamin C. This is a superb herb when alleviating pruritus and itchy skin as well as eczema and acne. It also has cell-proliferating properties, which are particularly useful in promoting the healing process.
• Matricaria chamomilla tr – Chamomile was supposedly dedicated to the sun by the Egyptians because of its curative value - it was used as a poultice for pains and swellings. In Germany it is routinely used for wound care as the essential oil was found to reduce the time required to heal burns.
• Aspalathus linearis tr - An increasingly popular beverage, rooibos tea originates from the leaves and stems of the indigenous South African plant Aspalathus linearis. It has gained much attention for clinical purposes in the case of nervous tension, allergies (dermatitis), and various indigestive problems. Rooibos tea contains a large amount of flavonoids and acts as a potent antioxidant. This herb has also been hailed as an excellent remedy for soothing hot, irritated skin.
• Galium aparine tr – Also known as Cleavers, this herb is useful for skin irritations that tend to re-occur in the bend of the forearm, the back of the neck and the back of the knees. It’s soothing properties and gentle yet effective action have made it a stable forerunner in the quest to promote healthy skin.

Note:
Remember to use ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream at the very first signs of an eczema outbreak.

Use our Skin Dr tonic along with ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream to treat eczema from the inside and the outside.