Have you ever heard the term dermatitis? If no then read this article. It is popularly known as eczema. It is an infection or disease that is caused by the skin.
Causes
• Dry skin
• Swimming chlorinated water
• Stress
• Food allergies
• Hormonal changes
• Molds
• Change in temperature
• Consuming alcohol
• Smoking
• Fat metabolism
• Detergents
• Perfumes
• Pregnancy
• Poor immunity
• Pollution
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Symptoms
• Scaly or cracked skin
• Red-brownish colored patches
• Skin inflammation
• Bleeding or ear discharge
• Itching sensation at night.
• Fluid-filled small blisters.
If this is not treated properly then it can lead to other infections diseases. Therefore, here are a few natural remedies to treat eczema.
Home remedies to treat eczema
1. Honey
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How to use it?
• Wash the affected face.
• Use honey on the skin directly.
Or
• Make a scrub using honey and crystallized sugar.
• Use it to scrub your face gently for a few minutes.
• Wash it using water.
• Repeat the process once a week for the best benefits.
2. Baking soda
How to use it?
• Add 1 tbs of water in 2 tbs of baking soda.
• Blend them to make a paste.
• Use it on the affected area.
• Retain it for a few minutes.
• Wash your face with lukewarm water.
3. Olive oil
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Olive oil plays a huge role in treating eczema as it provides relief from skin infections.
How to use it?
• Pick a hot washcloth and keep it on the affected area.
• Retain until the cloth cools down.
• Wash the oil that we remained on the skin with water.
• Use it 1-2 times a day till the scar disappears.
4. Lemon juice
A natural remedy that has a positive effect on eczema is lemon juice.
How to use it?
• After squeezing juice from lemon uses it on the affected area.
• Ensure to use two to three times daily for best benefits.
• Retain it for 10-15 minutes.
• Wash it off using water.
Or
• Blend solution of lemon juice and sugar.
• Ensure that both the ingredients should be in equal ratio.
• Apply this mixture before bed.
5. Apple cider vinegar
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ACV is regarded as the best remedy to treat eczema. It also reduces itchiness and dryness.
How to use it?
• Mix 2 tsp. of honey to one glass of water.
• Mix unfiltered ACV to it.
• Consume this solution.
Or
• Mix vinegar and water in equal ratio.
• Use it directly on the affected areas.
6. Fish oil
If you have eczema on eyelids, then fish oil is the best remedy that you ought to use.
How to use it?
• Take 1200 mg of fish oil supplements every day.
Or
• Consume food like tuns, mackerel, and salmon in your everyday diet.
7. Cocoa butter
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Applying lotions that is rich in cocoa butter enhances your skin and treats eczema. To get best results apply cocoa butter directly on the skin. you can also use shea butter if coca butter is unavailable as it is effective in removing scars.
8. Oatmeal
How to use it?
• Take 1-2 cups of oatmeal.
• Get it ground.
• Add it to bathtub water.
• Ensure the water is warm.
• Soak your body in the water.
• Pat your body with a soft towel.
• Perform it thrice a day for the best benefits.
9. Cabbage
Cabbage is rich in vitamins and minerals that aid in treating eczema.
How to use it?
• Take some fresh cabbage leaves.
• Crush them to form a poultice.
• Use this on the skin with the help of band-aid.
10. Ice-cold milk
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This remedy plays a significant role in reducing itchiness that is caused by eczema.
How to use it?
• Take ice cold milk in a bowl.
• Take a cloth and soak it in.
• Place this cloth on the skin.
11. Ice
Eczema can also cause inflammation. Therefore, to avoid this use of ice cubes.
How to use it?
• Wrap a few ice cubes in a cloth.
• Place it on the affected area.
12. Carrots
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Carrots play a significant role in getting rid of eczema on the face.
How to use it?
• Take 2-3 fresh carrots and have them peeled.
• Chop them in small pieces.
• Boil it till it becomes soft.
• Smash it to make a paste.
• Use this on the skin.
• Retain it for 15 mins.
• Wash your face with water.
• Repeat it regularly for the best benefits.
13. Colloidal silver bath
This remedy is one of the best remedies as it provides relief from itchiness and irritation which is caused by eczema. Buy a pack of colloidal silver. Add a few drops of this to your water and take a bath. It is one of the simplest remedies that you should try.
14. Oil and cornstarch
How to use it?
• Mix equal ratio of oil and cornstarch.
• Avoid making it too thin or too thick.
• Apply it on affected areas.
• Retain it for 20 mins.
• Wash it using water.
• Apply moisturizer immediately.
15. Nutmeg
Add water to the nutmeg powder to form a paste and apply it directly to the skin that is affected by eczema.
16. Mudpack/fuller’s earth
Mudpack is one of the best natural remedies to treat eczema on skin. you have to just apply the mudpack to the affected area as it reduces itchiness.
17. Papaya seeds
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This particular remedy provides relief from the itching that is caused by eczema.
How to use it?
• Smash a few papaya seeds.
• Add some water to make it a paste.
• Use this paste on the skin for the best benefits.
18. Sesame oil
One of the best natural remedies to treat children with eczema.
How to use it?
• Add turmeric or oatmeal powder to sesame oil.
• Use this paste on the infected areas.
• Retain it for 60 mins.
• Wash it with water.
19. Camphor and sandalwood
Eczema also causes burning sensations and inflammation. Therefore, to provide relief from this sensation use this particular remedy.
How to use it?
• Take sandalwood powder and camphor tablets.
• Make a past using these to ingredients.
• Use this on the skin.
20. Sunbath
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Well, I really hope you try this because it’s one best and easiest remedy to treat eczema. Taking sunbath fights dangerous bacteria. Therefore, roam around in the sun every day for a while.
21. Sea salt bath
Sea salt bath is one of the most powerful remedies to treat eczema as it has a positive effect on dead and damaged skin. The only thing you have to do is add sea salt to a bucket of lukewarm water. Take a bath.
22. Humidifier
If you have to reduce the severity of eczema then use a humidifier as it increases the humidity in the air. Ensure to keep it clean all the time to prevent the growth of molds.
23. Vitamin E
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Use vitamin E oil directly on the affected areas. You can also use supplements of vitamin E. ensure to consult a doctor before use.
Note- avoid vitamin E Synthetic or Acetate as they lead to other problems of eczema.
24. Glycerin
How to use it?
• Take water and glycerin ion equal proportions.
• Mix them and pour it in a spray bottle.
• Shake it well before use.
• Use it on the affected area.
25. Coconut oil
Coconut oil doesn’t reduce the symptoms of eczema but gives a soothing effect. Therefore, ensure to apply directly to the affected areas.
26. Cucumber
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Cucumber plays a significant role in treating eczema.
How to use it?
• Take a fresh cucumber and cut it into slices.
• Soak the cucumbers in water for a few minutes.
• Remove the slices.
• Soak a cloth in the water and place it on the affected areas.
Or
• Ensure to eat cucumbers every day.
Or
• Take a cucumber and squeeze its juice.
• Add milk to the juice and blend it well.
• Apply it and retain it on the skin for a few minutes.
• Wash it with water.
27. Yogurt
Yogurt is regarded as the best remedy to treat eczema in babies. Make your babies drink 2 cups of yogurt or use it directly on the skin. It gives a soothing feeling and prevents eczema.
28. Turmeric
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The curcumin present in turmeric aids in various skin infections. Make a turmeric paste by adding coconut oil, olive or almond oil. Use this paste on the affected areas. Retain it for 30 mins. Wash it off using water.
Herbal remedies
29. Grape seeds extract
Grape seed extracts are rich in anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties that aid in decreasing itchiness which is caused by eczema. Use the extract directly on the skin.
30. Almond leaves
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The almond leaves provide a soothing effect for eczema.
How to use it?
• Pick a few fresh almond leaves.
• Smash it and put it in water.
• Make it a paste and apply it directly to the skin.
31. Blueberry leaf
Purchase a cream or lotion that contains extracts of blueberry leaves. Use it on the skin as it provides relief from itchiness, scratching and prevent secondary infections that are caused by eczema.
32. Indian lilac
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One of the best remedies to treat eczema.
How to use it?
• Smash a few lilac leaves.
• Add a spoon of turmeric powder.
• Add 1 tbsp of sesame oil.
• Use this on the infected areas.
• Retain it for half-hour.
• Wash it using water.
33. Aloe vera
How to use it?
• Take fresh aloe vera gel and vitamin E oil in equal parts.
• Make a thin paste.
• Use it on the eczema scars.
• Leave it for a night.
• Wash it the next morning with clean water.
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• Take fresh aloe vera gel and apply it directly to the skin.
• Use it 4-5 times a day.
• Massage it on the hand to get rid of scars.
34. Witch hazel
Use this remedy to treat eczema around the eyes. Apply this oil around the eyes and ensure to close your eyes.
35. Juniper
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How to use it?
• Boil a cup of water.
• Add 1 tbsp of sage.
• 1 tbsp of ground juniper berries.
• And add 1 spoon of thyme.
• Heat the mixture for 5-10 minutes.
• Consume it after your meals.
36. Calendula flowers
How to use it?
• Make calendula flower tea.
• Add 5 drops of lavender oil.
• Use this solution on the affected areas.
• Perform the remedy twice a day.
37. Gentian tincture
To provide relief from eczema consume ten drops of gentian tincture before eating meals. Drink it every day for the best benefits.
38. Horsetail
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How to use it?
• Take some water and add 50 mg of horsetail herb.
• Allow the solution to boil for 10 minutes.
• Remove from the heat.
• Cool it down for a few minutes.
• Pour this to the bathtub.
• Now take a bath for 10 minutes.
39. Azadirachta Indica
How to use it?
• Take a tsp of turmeric.
• Add some water to form a paste.
• Grind some Azadirachta leaves and them to the turmeric paste.
• Use the paste on eczema skin.
40. Flaxseed oil
Apply this oil as it ensures to provides relief from eczema.
How to use it?
• Take ½ or ¼ tsp of flaxseed oil.
• Apply flaxseed oil directly on the skin.
41. Jojoba oil
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How to use it?
• Massage your body using jojoba oil.
• Do it thrice a day.
42. Chamomile
How to use it?
• Take a few chamomiles.
• Put them in a cheesecloth and knot them.
• Put this bag in your bathtub and allow it to soak.
• Soak your body for 10-15 minutes.
• Then dry your skin and moisturize it later.
Do’s
• Exercise every day.
• Ensure to include food rich in nutrients every day.
• Keep yourself hydrated by drinking a lot of water daily.
• Practice deep breathing exercises, meditation, yoga and other techniques to reduce your stress level.
• Take multiple baths a day to maintain good hygiene.
• Preferably wear cotton clothes.
• Include food rich in vitamins A, B, D, E & zinc.
• Use sanitizer or wash hands before meals.
• Rub your skin with Vaseline to keep it moisturized.
• Avoid fermented cheese, alcohol, dairy products, animal protein, coffee and tea, oily foods, strawberries, and saturated fat.
• Refrain food rich in sugar and carbohydrates.
Don’ts
• Avoid food rich in artificial sugar, sprayed food, and junk foods.
• Wash fruits before eating.
• Refrain from wearing rough, tight and scratchy clothes which are usually made of synthetic fabrics.
• Don’t scratch your skin as the bacteria can spread.
• Stop using detergents and soaps that cause irritation.
