Recently a friend and I were talking about the stress of eczema I found a few ways as to how to get rid of it:) Hope these help:)
1.) Put lotion or creams (the thicker creams moisturize better) on affected areas after taking a shower or washing hands; this will trap the moisture and prevent the dry air from aggravating the eczema (dry skin leads to eczema so keep it moisturized); however DO NOT use scented lotion, that can irritate it and make it worse.
2.) Avoid hot baths, showers (take lukewarm), chemicals, chlorine, and alcohol based products, such as face cleansers and perfume (unless prescripted from dermatologists); this can dry out your skin even more and cause it to break.
3.) You can use creams such as ,Vaseline,Vanos, Cortizone 10 and Aloe ; this will stop the itching however don't use it too often (in fact the max amount is probably about once per week) and only apply small amounts each time.
4.) DO NOT SCRATCH IT!!! if it starts to itch a lot, gently pat it and distract yourself from the temptation.
5.) When skin is red, itchy, and inflamed use an over the counter hydrocortisone cream
6.) Drink lots of water and keep affected areas dry
7.) If eczema can't be kept under control, see dermatologist for a prescription steroid
8.) Use shea butter. (you can get pure shea butter @ "perfectly posh" : The Healer)
Hope this helps:)
your fashion friend:)
