Home Remedies for Eczema

 

Eczema is a common skin disorder that effects roughly one-quarter of the U.S. population. Although it is a more common disorder in children, as many "outgrow" this pesky affliction within a year or two, but many adults struggle with it too.

Affected areas will usually be red, scaly and very itchy. Although the exact causes of eczema isn't known it is commonly believed that it is due to a hyper reactive immune system. Environmental irritants also can trigger eczema flare ups.

The good news is that there are quite a few home remedies for eczema and some of them can even be found right in your pantry.

Because eczema is characterized by dry skin, a lot of home remedies used target moisturizing the skin to remedy the problem. Here are some common moisturizers used:

Aloe vera is a terrific moisturizer to relieve itching and hydrate the skin. If you have eczema on your scalp you can use an aloe vera shampoo. If it is on your body, aloe vera creams and soaps can be used. When using creams it is best to apply them right after you get out of the shower as your skin is damp and will "drink up" the cream quicker.

If you have fresh aloe vera available, you can also apply it directly to your skin after cutting the leaf open. Aloe vera contains protein, calcium,magnesium, zinc, vitamins A, B12 and E, essential fatty acids and has 18 additional amino acids which are a part of the reason why it is accredited with healing so many physical disorders. It's also naturally rich in Germanium and vitamin C.

Aloe vera cranks up blood circulation and this aids in oxygen and nutrient exchange between cells. This is why it is such an effective topical natural remedy for eczema and other disorders that range from acne to sunburn.

Coconut oil is also effective treatment for eczema as it helps seal in skin moisture as it is over 90% pure saturated fat. Unlike mineral oil it can be used without any side effects. It's been used on the Indian sub-continent for hundreds of years to ease skin and hair dryness. Simply apply it directly to affected areas.

Sun bathing can also be a good natural cure for eczema as it aids in killing bacteria to some degree. Many report good results, although we've heard that for some it merely aggravated the condition.

Oatmeal bath - add 2 cups of colloidal oatmeal to your bath water. Many report that it helps ease symptoms of itchiness.

Spearmint leaf juice is another commonly used as a natural cure for eczema. Just take whole leaves, grind them with a mortar and pestle until they have a paste like consistency and apply to effected areas. Spearmint contains an astringent compounds that helps reduce inflamed tissues which is why it is another effective remedy.

One home remedy for eczema that isn’t so widely known is camphor. You can make an eczema remedy by combining a tablespoon of it with sandal wood. Mix it until it has a paste like consistency and then apply it to effected area.

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