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Recommended Daily Skin Care

Eczema symptoms usually include itchy, red, and dry skin caused by inflammation. It’s most commonly found in children, although adults can get it as well. There are different types of eczema; the most common is atopic dermatitis.

We include here our dermatologist's morning & evening recommendations for Eczema.

Please remember that these are only suggestions and you may find that you need to adjust the plan based on your skin’s response. Eczema, especially, is a difficult skin condition. We highly recommend that you see a dermatologist for a thorough examination and to discuss possible medical intervention. Scroll down to find a list of common recommendations to avoid flare-ups and some web sites with good information.

Our skin care recommendations are general and not intended in any way as medical advice. Questions are always welcome at skincare@reflectionschoice.com.

Morning

Chamomile Facial Cleanser or Lavender Creamy Cleanser

Skin Soothing Relief Gel (for irritated, inflamed areas)

Vitamin K Creme (for areas of red, irritated skin)

Lipid Drops (lovely, light and moisturizing)

Enriched Moisture Creme (for very dry areas; may need

only at night

Vita-C Peptide Spray

Replenishing Sunblock SPF36

Masks (3-5 times/week)

Antioxidant Soothing Mask

O2 Lift Mask

Night

Lavender Creamy Cleanser

Skin Soothing Relief Gel (for irritated, inflamed areas)

Vitamin K Creme (for areas of red, irritated skin)

Vita Soothe Drops

Enriched Moisture Creme

Vita-C Peptide Spray

Preventing Flareups

1. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. Eczema is usually dry and itchy, so applying moisturizers as needed to keep the skin moist is part of an effective treatment plan. Frequent moisturizing locks in the skin’s own moisture to prevent dryness and cracking.

One of the best ways to lock in moisture is to apply moisturizer after bathing. When bathing, care must be taken to avoid irritating the skin. For tips on how to bathe and moisturize to help alleviate eczema, visit:

Bathing and Moisturizing Guidelines.

2. Limit contact with anything that irritates the skin. Soaps, bubble bath, perfumes, cosmetics, laundry detergents, household cleaners, too much time spent in water, finger paints, gasoline, turpentine, wool, a pet’s fur, juices from meats and fruits, plants, jewelry, and even lotions can irritate sensitive skin. Know what irritates your skin and limit contact with all that does. Avoiding personal-care products that contain alcohol and not washing hands too frequently also will help reduce irritation.

3. Avoid sweating and overheating. The most common triggers of the scratch/itch cycle are sweating and overheating. It is essential to prevent these situations whenever possible.

4. Avoid sudden changes in temperature and humidity. A sudden rise in temperature can cause overheating and sweating. A drop in humidity can dry skin and lead to a flare-up.

5. Grab a cold compress to curb the itch. Scratching makes the condition worse and may puncture skin allowing bacteria to enter and cause an infection. Gently applying a cold compress to the area that itches can reduce inflammation and lessen the desire to scratch.

6. Keep fingernails short. Short nails decrease the likelihood that scratching will puncture the skin. Keeping nails short and wearing cotton gloves at night may help prevent scratching that punctures the skin while asleep.

7. Dress in loose-fitting cotton clothes. Synthetic fabrics, wool, and other materials that feel rough to the touch often irritate the skin and trigger a flare-up. Cotton and cotton-blend clothes usually make skin feel better.

8. Double rinse clothes, and wash new clothes before wearing. Laundry detergents can trigger flare-ups. Using a fragrance-free, neutral pH detergent and double rinsing clothes can help prevent flare-ups caused by laundry detergent. It also may be helpful to wash new clothes before they are worn as washing removes excess dyes and fabric finishers, which can irritate the skin. Tags should be removed, too, as these can rub the skin, causing irritation.

9. Reduce stress. Stress reduction plays a key role in preventing eczema flares. In today’s fast-paced world, reducing stress can be challenging; however, there are ways to effectively reduce stress. For more information about how to reduce stress, visit: Stress Reduction Techniques.

10. Follow a prescribed treatment

regimen. Moisturizing and using medications as directed by a dermatologist go a long way toward keeping flare-ups at bay.

Informative web sites:

Ease Eczema & Sensitive Skin Organization

American Academy of Dermatology; Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis

Reflections' Choice offers Cosmedical Technologies skin care products. These products are formulated by a leading dermatologist with 30 years experience in the practice of dermatology.

We are located in beautiful Las Cruces, New Mexico, in Dona Ana County. We deliver, free of charge, all orders over $50.00 in the Las Cruces area.