Eczema is a disease that affects the skin, causing unsightly and uncomfortable patches of dry, flaky and red skin. This is not ordinary dry skin although it can be made worse by the same things that cause dry skin such as dry air and exposure to some chemicals. The eczema rashes generally do not respond to the treatments used to heal dry skin. There are many treatments available to treat eczema but most contain synthetic ingredients which can lead to negative side effects. Recently, studies have been conducted on natural eczema treatments, some of which have been proven to be effective.
Surprisingly, the one treatment that has shown great promise is not a topical ointment but rather something eaten. There is some evidence that probiotics, when added to the regular diet of young children and infants, can reduce current rashes and prevent the onset of new ones. Probiotics have the added advantage of providing those that consume them with a host of other health benefits.
Most often, the methods of combating these rashes are designed to be used topically, that is to be directly on the patches themselves. Almost all of them have some hydrocortisone in them as this is effective at reducing itching and inflammation. However, most also have a host of other chemicals in them that may prove to exasperate the very symptoms the user is trying to relieve. Happily, there are all natural options.
There is a cream made from the chamomile plant that has been studied and proven effective. When applied to the rash for two weeks, some users noticed significant improvement. In a study where it was compared to hydrocortisone cream, the chamomile cream proved to be more effective for most who tried it.
A cream made of witch hazel did not seem to be as effective, but still did offer its users some relief. As is often the case with eczema, some users reported drastic improvements while other saw almost none. More testing is needed to determine why these differences exist.
Perhaps the most promising of the recently tested natural products is an extract from licorice. During testing the users reported significant improvements in the size and discomfort of the rashes. Also, there seemed to be a reduction in new outbreaks.
As with any treatment, it is important to discuss the options with a health care provider. Also be aware that some people would like to make some cash by selling things that have not been proven to be effective and in some cases may be harmful. Take the time to find out exactly what is in anything you intend to use in or on your body.
Natural skin care is important regardless of the age of the person. Natural baby products should be your preferred choice for your baby.
Tags: Allergies, alternate medicine, alternative health care, Alternative Medicine, alternative treatments, babies, child health, children, dermatitis, diaper rash, diapers, dry skin, eczema, Health and Fitness, nappy rash
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