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How to Treat Facial Eczema, According to Dermatologists – Allure Magazine


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How to Treat Facial Eczema, According to Dermatologists
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"It can be difficult to distinguish the two as skin affected by eczema is dry and irritated, [but] generally, dry skin is not irritated and itchy to the level of eczema and will readily respond to moisturizers, gentle skin care, and bringing humidity

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The Best Facial Cleanser for Eczema

Facial eczema is never easy to treat. With all the different products on the market that claim to be sensitive facial cleansers, it’s difficult to choose a product that works for your eczema. That’s why this week – we’re discussing the best facial cleanser for eczema. Also make sure to check out some creams that are soothing, nourishing and sensitive enough for eczema on the face, including lips and eyes.

Please keep in mind that although these treatments can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.

Best Facial Cleanser for Eczema

Facial eczema is extremely difficult to treat and as such, a gentle enough treatment is always tricky to find. Many cleansers on the market are ridden with toxic ingredients such as parabens, fragrances, phthalates and much more.

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A proper cleanser for eczema needs to be gentle, but should also be soothing and nourishing as well. You don’t want to opt for a cleanser that will leave your skin feeling dry. That will only be uncomfortable and result in further eczema flares. The problem with most cleansers and soaps is that they strip the skin and leave you worse off than when you began. Read more about how soaps strip the skin and how to find the Best Eczema Soap.

One facial cleanser for eczema we stand by is Bodyceuticals Organic Calendula Eczema Face Wash. This face wash is a highly concentrated formula, so you actually only need one pump to clean the entire face (talk about affordable!). The calendula, seaweed and blended herbs provide a cleanser that is both repairing and moisturizing. Unlike other cleansers, this face wash will not strip skin from moisture and will instead calm red, inflamed skin. This facial cleanser for eczema is also a perfect for those that have sensitive skin.

Not all bar soaps are drying and we suggest you try this Grass Fed Tallow Soap to see just how moisturizing a bar of soap can be. This super fatty soap is so gentle that it’s great for using anywhere on your body, including your sensitive face. It’s super simple ingredient list means it’s great for someone with even the most sensitive or allergic of skin. So, we highly recommend giving this bar soap a try.

Best Facial Cream for Eczema

After a good facial cleansing, it’s best to apply a cream or balm to lock in the moisture and soothe and nourish the skin. Similarly to facial cleansers for eczema, you want to make sure these creams are as natural as possible.

A great cream that I use on my skin is Bodyceuticals Calendula Face Eczema Cream. This cream is extremely cooling and helps soothe irritated and dry skin. Normally, I apply this cream at night on sensitive and dry parts of my face like the sides of my nose, my chin and cheeks. I also love doubling up this cream as a makeup remover.

Because the cream includes organic coconut oil, it’s very easy to use it to wipe off eyeliner, mascara and eye shadow. Plus – this cream is also so gentle it can be used for eyelid eczema as well.

Another excellent cream that is also nourishing and perfect for facial eczema, is Eczeherbal’s Colloidal Oatmeal Eczema Cream. This treatment includes both aloe vera and 2% colloidal oatmeal to keep skin nourished and reduce inflammation. Aside from adults, it can also be used on children, babies and even pets!

For extreme moisture, you can also try this Organic Manuka Skin Soothing Cream, which is extremely nourishing for dry, irritated skin. It’s more of a creamy balm, so a very small amount goes a long way. In general, it’s best worn at night as it is so thick and creamy.

Looking for more moisturizing options? Check out the natural eczema cream here. 

How to Wash your Face with Eczema

With eczema, it’s best to be extra gentle with the skin, which is highly sensitive. Here is how we recommend washing your face with eczema:

  • Start by splashing your face with warm (not hot) water. Then gently massage in a cleanser for sensitive skin or eczema like Bodyceuticals Organic Calendula Eczema Face Wash. Or try one of these best eczema soaps.
  • Carefully remove every bit of cleanser with cool water and your hands. You can experiment with using a wash cloth for exfoliation, but proceed with caution as wash cloths can be too abrasive and irritating at times.
  • Pat (don’t rub) the skin dry and immediately apply an emollient like Bodyceuticals Calendula Face Eczema Cream which was made to use with the face wash above.
  • If cleaning your face in the morning, try going cleanser free and simply do a cool water rinse. Then apply a natural sunscreen on your face to protect your face against harmful UVA and UVB Rays. Read about the Best All Natural Sunscreens for Eczema. For a natural face cream with SPF protect, try this one by OM Botanicals with cooling aloe and shea butter.

If you’re suffering from facial eczema and just can’t find a cleanser or cream that provides relief, then perhaps its time to look within. Many eczema sufferers have found relief and treatment by simply changing their diet. If you think your facial eczema might be caused by the foods you’re eating, make sure to check out this blog post: Our Eczema Elimination Diet Success (How You Can Do it Too!). An elimination diet is essentially removing certain foods from your diet for a specific time period and then reintroducing them slowly to determine which foods are causing a reaction.

Do you suffer from facial eczema?

Let us know what cleanser you use below in the comments section!

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Acne: Simple Tricks to Prevent & Treat Facial Acne

Simple Tricks to Prevent & Treat Facial Acne

After treating thousands of patients for acne Dr. Norris has found that there are only a few over-the-counter tricks to treat acne. While, there have been quite a few claims out there saying that the best home remedy for acne is the sun. The sun decreases inflammation and sometimes improves acne, but this is not a typical recommendation from Dermatologists since the sun speeds up premature aging and increases the risk of skin cancer over time. So while many people will tell you the sun helps with acne, sometimes the risks outweigh the rewards.

Simple Tricks to Prevent & Treat Facial Acne
Mineral foundation powder makeup is a very good way to protect your face from excessive sun exposure without causing acne. In general, Dr. Norris recommends avoiding lotions, creamy moisturizers and sunscreens on the face if you are acne prone. When choosing a daily foundation makeup, mineral powder is the best choice for acne prone skin. Avoid liquid foundations, “cover-up,” tinted moisturizers, or bb and cc creams, as these products will have the same affects as a lotion or creamy moisturizer: clogging pores and potentially causing more acne. Mineral powders come in multiple shades that match your skin tone while protecting against the sun.
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Another suggestion as mentioned in the last post is sticking to a simple daily skincare routine, washing your face only once a day with a pH-balanced facial cleanser, followed by a light moisturizer like the Amanda Blakley Skincare glycerin spray. If you have a blemish or are having a breakout you can spot treat with over the counter benzoyl peroxide gel (5% or 10%). If you use benzoyl peroxide you want to be careful with clothes and towels as it might bleach them.
    
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If you cannot get your acne under control at home by simplifying your routine or trying over the counter benzoyl peroxide, which has anti-inflammatory properties to help minimize blemishes, then it is time to call and schedule an appointment with your dermatologist. Typically, they can prescribe topical and/or oral medication to help get your acne under control.

Simple Tricks to Prevent & Treat Facial Acne

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What are Facial Milia?

What are Those Little White Bumps on My Face?

Have you ever been bothered by small white bumps on your face? Try and squeeze and pop them because you thought maybe they were stubborn pimples? Well we have your answer to that mystery and also some ways to keep them from coming back!
 
Milia are tiny white bumps or cysts that are mostly seen on infants but can be seen on adults as well. According to the NIH “Milia occur when dead skin becomes trapped in small pockets at the surface of the skin or mouth.” Milia are very stubborn and there are only few ways to get rid of them! The NIH also states that “the bumps and cysts also occur on parts of the body that are swollen (inflamed) or injured.” Be sure to take care of these areas so you are not faced with stubborn milia!
 
Dr. Patricia Norris further explains that milia can even be caused by use of heavy moisturizing creams or lotions on the face! However, some people are predisposed to them, so if you are someone who is avoiding heavy creams and lotions but still seeing milia occasionally this could be your answer!
 
Dr. Norris states that while one way to treat milia or prevent them is to decrease lotion and cream use on face, the only real way to get rid of them would be to see your dermatologist for extractions.
 
 
 
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Interview with Dr. Patricia Norris 
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Coping With Facial Eczema

Facial eczema is one of the worst types of the disease, because it affects the most obvious and exposed part of your body. Not only will the person suffer with flaking, rashes and redness around the face, they can also suffer from embarrassment, and most likely start seeing their self confidence drop.

Facial eczema is less common than other forms of eczema, although that is not much help to a person suffering from it, but don’t lose hope as there are ways to control the condition, especially if you lean towards more natural solutions.

When dealing with eczema on the face, the obvious route that people suffering from this condition is looking at medicinal treatments. You’re probably going to be disappointed by the progress medicine has made so far in this area, though doctors today are still trying to pinpoint the actual causes of the disease within the body.

It’s not certain that it will work for you, but it’s always worth a trying natural eczema remedies, which have proven to be highly successful for a lot of people. If over the counter treatments and medicines are not helping you, you should think about a more natural treatment for your facial eczema. By using the more natural approach you also have the added bonus of avoiding the side effects which you would get from using eczema medicines.

Certain allergic reactions or irritations may be what’s behind your eczema. You might not know this, but one of the main reasons for eczema appearing on the your face is normally due to something coming into contact with your face that your body does not agree with. The best way to proceed with treating your eczema , is to consult your doctor and get a blood allergy test.

This can determine what is likely to cause an allergic reaction in your body. It is well worth noting that not all of these types of tests will always pinpoint the cause. Anything could be causing the reaction, something in your diet, a particular material you are wearing, a type of cosmetic you use, or even the ingredients in a perfume. Once you find what is causing it, stay away from it, see if you notice any improvement.

Most people who suffer with this type of eczema will say that it is the worst type, due to it being so visible. If you’re affected by it, you have to realize that this is not the end of your social life, and you can easily control your problem with the right treatment.

Although there are a variety of eczema treatments out there, each person is different, there’s no guarantee how successful they will be. Don’t get to disheartened if the first thing you use is not successful, keep trying others you will find one to suit you. All it takes is some dedication to getting rid of the disease, and the right information about treating facial eczema.

Facial eczema can be very depressing for the people that have it. Great inroads have been made into natural eczema treatments and many people have reaped the benefits from this.

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Dyshidrotic Eczema And Facial Eczema Treatment

Having suffered from Dyshidrotic Eczema for over 9 years I can honestly say I think I must have tried every kind of eczema treatment there is as I was so desperate to cure my eczema once and for all.

Now, I’m sure you probably have found this yourself but not every dyshidrotic eczema treatment works. In fact some treatments seemed to do hardly anything for me except lower my bank balance.

I spent a small fortune on various types of eczema creams all promising to cure my ecxema in as little as 3 weeks but none actually did what they said. It wasn’t until after I found a natural way to cure my eczema that I did some more research into creams and what they are actually supposed to do. Their packaging may well say they cure eczema but the vast majority only aim to reduce your condition which is not a cure.

Here are some inexpensive homemade eczema creams you can make yourself to treat Dyshidrotic eczema, facial eczema and any eczema rash.

1) Mix Oatmeal with Honey 50/50. Mix it together and apply it to your eczema rash, then leave it for 30 minutes. After that time wash if off with luke warm water. You’ll notice this soothes and relives your flare up right away, I always did this before I went to bed to stop me itching during the night.

2) Oatmeal baths – this is not a cream but an effective treatment! Grind oatmeal up until it’s a fine powder and add it to a bath full of warm (but not too hot!) water. Lie in the water for 15 minutes before getting out, you’ll notice right away that the itchiness has been relieved from your hands, feet and any other areas where you had a sore.

3) Mix Oatmeal with egg whites to form a very rich exfoliating masque. Apply to your rash/rashes and wait for it to dry into the skin before washing off, you will notice it smooths your skin and it feels softer to touch.

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