What Can Kill Eczema?

Eczema is a form of atopic dermatitis and can be caused by your bodies reaction through the immune system causing red, itchy dry and flakey skin that can be very sore and irritating. There are several forms of eczema and various ways that you can treat it. What can kill eczema?

Like dry skin, eczema is an extreme form of itchy dry flakey skin that can spread widely across the body. As with dry skin there are many ways that eczema can be controlled and eventually removed. Taking small steps with your skin care routine can help to reduce flare ups and reduce the severity and duration of a flare up. When you have eczema, it is important to take good care of yourself, ranging from very simple ways such as trying to reduce stress by practicing self care, getting rest, eating healthy foods, keeping hydrated and looking after yourself. Stress can be a big cause of an eczema flair up. It is in the same family of allergic conditions such as asthma and hay fever.

Reducing exposure to extreme temperatures can help you reduce break outs or getting eczema, and will help you to shorten the duration of an outburst. Avoid taking long hot baths or showers or in the opposite, avoid too cold. The heat can cause your skin to tighten and then become drier quicker leading to a potential outbreak.

Using a humidifier can help to monitor the moisture level of your skin and stop it from becoming dry and irritated, leading to an outbreak of eczema. Avoiding harsh detergents and soaps can also prevent breakouts as well as wearing softer less abrasive fabrics that are less likely to itch or scratch your skin.

At illuminate Skin Therapies, getting to the root of skin-related challenges is one of our many areas of focus. For some, skincare is as simple as a need for cleansing and hydration. For others, reaching skincare goals requires more extensive support for acute skincare challenges such as acne and inflammation or the challenges presented by maturing skin; pigmentation, fine and deep lines and complex hormonal dehydration. Our Radiance + Recovery products provide additional nurturing when skin and body require the benefit of deep, fortifying attention.

If you are looking for a natural remedy that can help your skin retain moisture and prevent flair ups, Illuminate Skin Therapies now offers Active Botanical Body oil which is formulated to deeply sooth dehydrated skin and can be applied as step one of a two-tier skin hydration strategy (followed by Active Botanical Body Balm ) which will provide a cocoon of moisture that satisfies even the most thirsty of skin types. illuminate’s Reverie and Revival Botanical Body Oils penetrate and moisturize skin from the deeper layers (dermis) inside-out. Our highly skilled dermatologists and consultants can help you to decide on the treatment that is right for you and your skin type, providing you with the perfect products and new skin care routine that will help to reduce flair ups and remove any current signs of eczema and dermatitis.

Using moisturisers and skin lotions can help to keep the skin from feeling very dry and causing itching to get worse. There are many over the counter options to help to control the symptoms with the goal to relieve the itching. It is important to tackle the problem from the very root and make sure that your overall health is at its best to keep your skin healthy. 

Over-the-counter products, such as hydrocortisone cream or   prescription creams and ointments containing contortionists, are often prescribed to lessen inflammation. In addition, if the affected area becomes infected, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to kill the infection-causing bacteria. Try using organic and natural products before turning to more chemical options as your skin may react quickly to the right botanicals or essential oils and you may not need to resort to using more medical options than simple and natural remedies. Talk to us to discuss what options are available to you to see what the best route is for your skin care.

Suffering from eczema can be incredibly uncomfortable and can cause self esteem to diminish as it can often be quite unsightly and you may be concerned about the appearance of an extreme outbreak. Eczema is not contagious and contact is not how it develops. At Illuminate Skin Therapies in Calgary, our goal is to make you feel comfortable and confident in your skin and be happy and healthy in your appearance. 

Our qualified consultants and dermatologists can help you with any questions you have regarding your skin, any specific issues you may be experiencing from dry skin to acne, to aging and fine lines, at Illuminate Skin Therapies we are here to help you achieve the very best appearance for your skin and feel comfortable and confident.

Contact our friendly and professional staff to discuss your skincare needs today.