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Why you Should Try Conqueror Eczema Balm

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Another great post from itchylittleworld.com – Natural remedies for eczema to soothe your itchy little world..

Something that’s very important to us at this blog is to provide you with helpful resources and natural treatments that can bring you eczema relief. And NOTHING makes us happier than hearing when our recommendations or tips work for you!

This week, we’re sharing a review from a customer who recently purchased the Conqueror Soothing Eczema Balm.

Check out what he had to say:

“I am currently in an extreme eczema flare up and the intense itchiness is brutal.  I also work with the public, so even though I can wear long sleeves to hide the signs of eczema I still look like a goof scratching like a fiend.  When I use the Conqueror Soothing Eczema Balm, within a minute or two I have much less itchiness.  It lasts for around two or three hours and then I reapply.  This is AWESOME!!  

The eczema also caused a thickening of skin on the arms and face from my constant scratching, especially at night when I am sleeping not really aware of the scratching. So I used the EczeHerbal #3 on my face and arms and after a day the thickness went away!  My skin is starting to look better now, and of course I am addressing the situation by eating correctly as well.

I appreciate your topical products because of the natural ingredients.  The products that I would buy from the pharmacy never addressed the itchiness and there were ingredients in them that I know were not good for my system.  The medication I received from the dermatologists when I was first diagnosed years ago were simply abysmal.  They caused more flare ups and gave my skin the look of a burn victim.

My last major, whole body flare up was 2 years ago and within that time frame I also experienced smaller more localized eruptions on my neck and arms. I could address quickly by altering my diet, taking some probiotics and digestive enzyme supplements. I am grateful for your company and the products that you supply. You may have noticed that I have already placed another order!” – Chris B.

That review still has us feeling overwhelmed with gratitude! We’re thrilled Chris has seen so much improvement with the various forms of eczema he has AND we’re equally happy that he’s been able to alter his diet and see results based on that as well. We are BIG believers in eczema elimination diets and healing from within. 

Curious about the EczeHerbal #3 Chris mentions? Learn more about the full line of EczeHerbal products with Traditional Chinese Medicine HERE.

If you haven’t tried the Conqueror Soothing Eczema Balm yet, here are 4 reasons why you should try it today:

  • A 15-in-1 Natural Formula: Unlike many other products on the market today, this balm is 100% natural and contains ingredients that will soothe and moisturize inflamed skin. It contains superfood ingredients that are equally good digested and applied to the skin like aloe vera, avocado oil, rosehip seed extract, calendula oil, and much more.
  • Hypo-allergenic: If you or your little one suffer from a variety of allergies or have trouble finding products that don’t trigger a reaction, then this balm is a perfect alternative as it contains ingredients that are not known to commonly trigger reactions.

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  • Not only for Eczema: Not only does this balm work on eczema prone skin, but it’s also a great moisturizer for dry skin, psoriasis, stretch marks or burns. The aloe vera in this balm helps repair damaged skin, while the calendula oil speeds wound healing.

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  • Safe for all ages: The ingredients used in this balm are safe for everyone including babies, children and pregnant women!eczema balm

 

 

Have you tried the Conqueror Soothing Eczema Balm yet?

We’d love to hear what you think in the comments below!

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5 Eczema Types You Should Watch Out For

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Eczema is sort of an umbrella term, much like dermatitis, used to describe a number of ailments that present with similar symptoms. Listed here are the five most common eczema types that arise, and their unique symptoms. Getting familiar with them will help you recognize when it’s time to seek medical care, and why.

1) Atopic Dermatitis
Of all the types of eczema, this by far is the most popular to show up. Symptoms include: itchy skin, red and swollen patches; and is possibly caused by an immune response that is somehow impaired or otherwise not functioning properly. With this type of condition, the eczema can show up and disappear without apparent cause. About one out of every ten infants will contract atopic dermatitis, and three out of every hundred grown-ups will also become affected at one point or other. Atopic dermatitis also seems to be hereditary.

2) Contact Eczema
This is another type that is fairly common, and presents the patient with skin that is inflamed and itchy, as well as burning. It’s caused, as you may have deduced, from contacting an allergen. The skin may also be sensitive to other irritants common to household use, like acids (even lemon juice), cleansers, various chemicals that may be typical in everyday use, and even laundry soaps and hand or body wash. The list is pretty wide, and can change as life goes on. It’s difficult to say since allergies can come and go in the course of one’s life, and since the ingredients to the chemicals we use aren’t necessarily consistent from batch to batch.

3) Seborrheic Eczema
This type of eczema results in yellowish and oily, sometimes even scaly patches on the skin. Often these patches show up on the face and scalp, though there’s no hard and fast rule – eczema appears where it wants to. Common areas that will show this condition are the facial creases, and the chances of contracting it are increased with stress, changing weather patterns or seasons and oily skin.

4) Nummular Eczema
This is another hereditary type of eczema. It produces coin-shaped areas of skin that can be crusted and scaling, and of course: very itchy. The areas commonly affected are the back, lower extremities, arms and the buttocks. This is a chronic condition that needs consistent attention.

5) Neurodermatitis
The final of these five eczema types is called neurodermatitis. This form of eczema is a chronic condition, caused by the cycle of scratching the itchy tissue. If scratching isn’t averted, the condition worsens. Interestingly, females are more susceptible than males, and commonly those between the ages of twenty and fifty. This will present itself on the head and extremities, though may appear elsewhere.

If you want to learn more about the Eczema Cures and Remedies, visit Eczema Free Forever and get all your questions answered while you read your 15 page Special Report. Jeff Yuan has written many more articles on Eczema Cures and they can be found at Free From Eczema.

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Going Vegan for Eczema Relief: Should You Make the Switch?

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Another great post from itchylittleworld.com – Natural remedies for eczema to soothe your itchy little world..

Although we often discuss several tips and resources for healing eczema, one of the most important things we touch on again and again is that inflammation usually cannot be 100% cured until we heal from the inside out. Sometimes this means conducting an elimination diet, and other times it’s about changing your entire diet. We’ve discussed many different diets on this blog: Auto Immune Paleo, GAPS, Salicylate Free, and so much more for helping heal eczema. However, this week we’re taking a look at going vegan for eczema relief.

If you’re looking for a new healthy diet for your little one or for yourself, keep reading to find out how veganism can be the right approach. Plus, make sure to check out some of our favorite natural vegan eczema treatments!

Please keep in mind that although these tips and information have worked for several eczema sufferers, I am in no way a medical professional. If you’re experiencing severe eczema or have a topical infection, it is always best to seek medical advice immediately.

What is Veganism?

Before discussing going vegan for eczema relief, it’s important to discuss what is veganism.

Essentially vegans are individuals who remove all animal-based products such as meat, fish and eggs from their diet, as well as animal produced products like dairy and honey. With a vegan diet you are able to enjoy fruits and vegetables, soy based products like tofu, potatoes, grains or other starchy foods, nuts, and seed. Because veganism is so widespread these days, it’s actually very easy finding vegan options as well as animal by-product substitutes or alternatives. Veganism is usually seen as a complete lifestyle change and they not only do vegans abstain from eating animal based/produced products, but they eliminate any product derived from animals all together and don’t wear leather and wool for example.

Many people adopt a vegan diet either for health reasons (such as eczema or high cholesterol), but mostly they adopt the diet due to more philosophical choices such as protesting against animal abuse, industrial farming or environment issues.

How Can Veganism Help Eczema?

In How Eating A Plant Based Diet For Eczema Encourages Healing, blogger Debbie Adler mentions that switching to a plant-based diet radically improved both her and her son’s lives including helping their eczema and so much more.

One reason Veganism tends to work well with eczema is that it eliminates dairy and eggs, which tend to wreak havoc on the immune system and happen to be some of the most common foods that trigger eczema. Not to mention that because many fruits and vegetables have anti-inflammatory properties, this type of diet can actually decrease inflammation.

Many people have found success with a vegan diet. At the end of the day, it depends on what’s realistic for you and your family. If you decided to try a vegan diet, please speak with your physician or nutritionist to make sure you’re getting adequate protein and other nutrients.

Looking for another source about whether veganism/plant-based diets work for eczema and other health concerns? Check out this guest post: Mother’s Intuition Saves her Son from Surgery.

But How About Vegan Eczema Treatments?

If you’re looking to adopt a vegan diet, but have no clue where to start in terms of finding vegan eczema cream and other treatments, know that it’s not impossible!

Many companies have adjusted their ingredients to cater to the vegan community and there are several vegan eczema treatments that work wonders.

To really heal eczema without animal by-products, you’ll want to use products containing natural herbs or plants such as aloe, shea butter, olive oil, coconut oil and avoid any animal rendered tallow or lard or bee derived ingredients like honey, propolis, royal jelly and beeswax, which are hugely common in natural products.

Check out a few of our favorite vegan eczema creams and balms we stand by below!

Calendula Face Eczema Cream

If you or your little one are experiencing facial eczema, but you’re not keen on using any treatment that uses beeswax or honey, this Calendula Face Eczema Cream is a perfect substitute. Not only is it gentle on eyelids, but it contains organic coconut oil, organic calendula, organic aloe juice and so much more.

Emily Skin Soothers Soap for Eczema with Chinese Herbs

If you’re looking for a body wash that is both gentle and soothing, you’ll want to check out Emily Skin Soothers Soap for Eczema with Chinese Herbs. This soap contains natural Chinese herbs as well as coconut, avocado and olive oil. It’s very gentle and works great as a body soap or as a shampoo bar for shorter hair.

Little Itchy Red Rash Treatment

If your skin is constantly itchy and you can’t find relief, this EczeHerbal Little Itchy Red Rash Treatment will be your lifesaver! Made with the most natural Chinese herbs, as well as organic extra virgin olive oil and candililla wax instead of beeswax, this ointment is excellent for soothing any red rash with minor inflammation from eczema. Not to mention that it’s an excellent substitute for bug bites and poison ivy treatments too!

Aloe Vera for Eczema Skin

Lastly, if you’re looking for an on-the-go treatment that can be used on both the face and body, check out this Aloe Vera Soothing Spray for Eczema. Not only does it contain the cooling ingredient aloe, but it also contains calendula, which can help dramatically with itchy eczema skin.

Is Veganism Healthy?

Although veganism is shown to be relatively healthy and there are many nutrients found in plants, there are other certain vitamins and minerals that are lacking in a plant based diet. If you’re deciding to switch to an all plant-based diet, we recommend meeting with your physician or nutritionist to make sure you’re getting the proper nutrients as you make the change – and this is especially important if your child goes vegan.

Are you thinking of adopting a vegan diet for yours or your little one’s eczema? Are there any vegan eczema creams or treatments you love? Let us know and leave a comment below!

Bio: Laura Dolgy is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.

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Why You Should Go For A Session Of Colonics

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Are you suffering from body odor or dermatitis, irritable bowel syndrome or diverticulitis, lethargy or candida or even thrush infections? If the answer is ‘Yes’ then what you need is Colonics. It works wonders for people who suffer from any of these ailments. Before you go in for a session of colonics, you might have a lot of questions in mind. In fact, you might not even know what it is. Here are a few facts and benefits of colonics that should make you a little more knowledgeable about this popular method of treatment.

What is it?

Colonic hydrotherapy also known as colonics is simply a wash out of the contents of the bowel with water at around body temperature. The water pressure is light, resulting in absolutely no risk of colon perforation. The water is guided around the intestine using massage and change of position. The ileocaecal valve prevents water from entering the small intestine and the two way circuit prevents the large intestine from overfilling.

How is it different from enema?

Enema only reaches the rectum and lower part of the colon, whereas with colon hydrotherapy, the entire length of the colon isreached. Thus colon hydrotherapy is way more effective than enema can ever be. Enema can be self administered but colon hydrotherapy can only be done by a trained professional.

What is its purpose?

Colonic hydrotherapy exercises the muscles in the colon wall enabling them to work more efficiently. Various herbs used during colonic treatment are used to tone and relax the colon walls or expel gas accumulated inside your intestines.

What are its benefits?

Colonics can offer you several significant benefits, such as:

1. Helps in weight reduction and gives you a flatter stomach

2. Removes toxins and chemicals from your body

3. Improves your skin condition

4. Boosts your sex drive

5. Makes you more energetic

6. Decreases constipation and allergies

7. Decreases the risk of colon cancer

How to prepare for a session

1. Eat primarily seasonal and organic vegetables, fruits, and grains in the 24-48 hours prior to your session.

2. Avoid flatulence-inducing food and carbonated beverages for 48 hours before your treatment.

3. Do not have any solid food three hours prior to your colonic.

Once you arrive at the office, you will be asked to empty your bladder, undress from the waist down, and covering yourself with a disposable gown. After that, simply lie down on the bed and try to relax.

For colon hydrotherapy Henderson, contact Henderson Wellness Medical Spa & Colonic. For in depth details about all the services, check out website Hendersonwellness.com.

Why You Should Choose Organic Cotton Clothing for Kids With Eczema & Sensitive Skin

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Another great post from itchylittleworld.com – Natural remedies for eczema to soothe your itchy little world..

By Laura Dolgy (see bio below)

Recently, we shared a few thoughts on both latex hypersensitivity and polyester allergies in our blog post Your Guide To Textile Dermatitis as fabric and clothing sensitivities are becoming more prominent among the eczema community.

We’d like to continue sharing some fabric alternatives for kids with eczema, textile dermatitis and sensitive skin. We tend to lean towards organic cotton clothing for kids (and adults too!), as it is completely chemical free and only contains cotton, which happens to be one of the few fabrics that isn’t known to irritate the skin in any way. This certainly lessens the worry of possible flare-ups.

Ready to learn more about organic cotton clothing for kids? Check out why you should adopt this safe fabric alternative for kids with eczema and sensitive skin!

Please keep in mind that although these tips and information have worked for several eczema sufferers, I am in no way a medical professional. If you’re experiencing severe eczema or have a topical infection, it is always best to seek medical advice immediately.

What is 100% Organic Cotton?

Before going into why 100% organic cotton is an excellent alternative for your child’s eczema, let’s take a look at how this fabric is made!

Organic cotton is grown using methods and tools that have a low impact on the environment. This means that the cotton is grown without the use of toxic pesticides or synthetic fertilizers.

This type of fabric is quickly becoming the focal point of a new type of fashion known as “sustainable fashion.” Essentially, it is a growing sustainable movement that is meant to be a direct alternative to fast fashion.

Don’t be fooled by the term organic, which isn’t well regulated. Companies can claim their products are organic when they really aren’t. To make sure an item is organic and free of harmful chemicals look for things like these certifications.

STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® – an independent lab testing fabrics for chemicals.

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Global Organic Textile Standard – certification for organic fibers

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Why Choose 100% Organic Cotton Clothing for Kids With Eczema?

Because organic cotton does not use any toxic pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, it is by far the most natural, harmless fiber. Some conventional cotton can actually irritate children’s skin (especially newborns) due the chemicals used in processing and packaging. And most conventional cotton contains genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and the debate is out one whether GMOs are safe. Read more in GMOs And Your Health: What Is The Connection?

The bottom line is that kids organic clothing in cotton is safe from washes, bleaches, toxic colors or scents and has less of a chance of irritating your child’s skin, especially when they suffer from eczema.

Read More: Why Natural Fibers Are Essential For Eczema Clothing

Where Can You Find Kids Organic Clothing in Cotton?

There are several manufacturers that have begun to manufacture organic cotton clothing. For children who suffer from eczema, The Eczema Company is a great store (and resource!). The Eczema Company sells a variety of organic kids pajamas as well as underwear that are made for sensitive skin and do not use any harsh chemicals or dyes. In 100% organic cotton, there is the One-Piece Footed Pajama for Kids, which is the perfect overnight sleepsuit that will allow any damaged or sensitive skin to heal, while providing a restful night’s sleep.

Then there are the Scratch Mittens Pajama Top for Kids, as well as the Footed Pajama Pants for Kids in the same material, great for when you need only a top or bottom or for when your child prefers separates over a one-piece. Similarly to the one-piece footed pajama mentioned above, these organic kids pajamas are a wonderful alternative to skin conditions either present on your child’s arm or legs. Honestly, these organic cotton pajamas are a lifesaver for any child who is continuously scratching from their skin condition. All kids organic pajamas listed here are also latex-free, which is an added bonus for anyone who suffers from a latex allergy.

Finally, these Girl’s Underwear for Sensitive Skin, as well as Boy’s Latex Free Underwear for Sensitive Skin are also 100% organic cotton and perfect for any child who might be suffering from a skin condition or eczema in their groin area. The underwear is also 100% spandex and latex free, which means no flare-ups!

ILW recommends: 4 Ways to Relieve Groin Eczema. 

For everything else – school clothes, dresses, tops, bottoms, etc, check out Colored Organics, which offers a full line of babies to big kids certified organic cotton clothing. It’s all super cute and stylish as well!

Although we love 100% organic cotton because it’s a great alternative for eczema sufferers (especially children), we also love it because of its sustainability. Knowing that you’re able to help your child, as well as the environment is a great feeling!

If you’ve been testing out 100% organic cotton clothing on your child, we want to hear from you! Let us know your results in the comments below.

 

Bio: Laura Dolgy is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.

 

 

 

 

 

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Baby Eczema – What Every Parent Should Know About Dermatitis

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A baby or toddler that has eczema can be very cranky and irritable. To see your baby with a rash or red patches can be very difficult emotionally. Watching your infant squirm and be in discomfort can make you feel

helpless. The itchy sensations can disturb your child’s sleep and this will mean you aren’t sleeping well either.

It’s important to have your child wear little mittens to prevent scratching. Be sure also that the nails are cut short as this is an instinctive response to an itch that most adults cannot even control. Your child may resist it when you try to cut the nails, so make it into a little game and be playful about it.

Fabrics and skin care are very important to help relieve baby eczema problems:

1) Dress your child in cotton as wool and other fabrics can create an itching sensation.

2) Use products for sensitive skin to assure your baby will not get further inflammation on the skin. This includes the laundry products, bath oils, shampoos and moisturizers used.

3) Avoid wearing perfumes and fragrances in case your child is having an allergic reaction to these factors.

4) Be sure to air out your child’s room daily with fresh air, check for mold or mildew and wash surfaces with an all natural cleaner. Vacuum to pick up dust particles that may cause respiratory or rash problems.

5) Get a moisturizer for sensitive skin designed for toddlers and use it during the day two to three times. Apply it while your child’s skin is still damp after a bath. Sing songs with your baby or toddler and distract them so they aren’t focused on the eczema rash.

6) Rotate foods and try to avoid milk, eggs and wheat for a week in your child’s diet in case these are the trigger culprits for the dermatitis.

Try to keep your mood cheerful and don’t be overwhelmed by your child’s situation. By having a light and hopeful attitude, you will convey this to your child.

Learn effective ways to Cure Baby Eczema with home remedies at http://www.itchyskinrash.net/review-of-beat-eczema.html

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Cure Eczema – Reasons Why You Should Use Herbal Medicines When Trying To Cure Eczema

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Eczematous disorders present a wide variety of symptoms. Itchiness starts, followed by redness. Scaly skin happens when there is chronic scratching because when eczema hits, the skin becomes dry. There is also inflammation and blisters will eventually appear. These symptoms can go on for hours and even days. Chronic atopic dermatitis stays in the skin for weeks to months if not treated. Treatment using alternative medicine by herbs is one key to healing. Lets take a look on how to cure eczema using herbal medicines!

Cure eczema, when rashes develop, by applying sandalwood paste and camphor mixture. To reduce inflammation, blueberry extracts turned into lotion and shark cartilage can be used. To wash the affected part, use pine tar soap. Vitamin E extracts in supplements can avoid and diminish itchiness.

For oral medications, foods rich in zinc and tomato juice will help in increasing the immune system to fight allergens, which are causes of Allergic Contact Dermatitis. To target two forms of treatment, you can use a mixture of these herbs to make a kind of lotion: dandelion leaves, spearmint leaves, and few drops of oil. It is a good anti-inflammatory lotion which also helps in moisturizing the skin. Use this instead of cosmetic products available in the market so as to avoid the free radicals that were used in making those beauty products. Herbal lotions can naturally heal the skins outer layer.

If the skin is flaky or scaly, exfoliation is needed and a handful of nuts soaked in water can be a good cleansing scrub. Body scrubs in the market contain chemicals and when used in exfoliating the affected part, they can further aggravate eczema because stripping away the epidermis may affect the dermis. After exfoliation, it is best to keep the skin hydrated and moisturized, especially if you are living in a country that has harsh winters. Commercial lotions and moisturizers have fragrances which may harm the skin and increase symptoms of eczema. Virgin Coconut Oil can be used as an alternative. It contains lauric acid which helps in healing.

If redness occurs, cold compress must be applied. Turmeric powder mixed with bitter neem leaves will make the skin soft and can reduce flakiness. If discoloration occurs after the herbal exfoliation, mashed papaya can be applied to bring back the skins natural color. In fact, papaya can also be used for skin whitening, but sunblock that contains SPF 40 and above should be applied to avoid the harmful effects of the sun.

To cure eczema, topical herbal medications can be used. But to prevent it, you can also prevent taking in foods that cause it. Dairy products, chicken, eggs, citrus fruits can trigger skin asthma or allergic dermatitis. Too much of them will enhance eczematous lesions so it is best to avoid them. Herbal supplements taken along with herbal topical medications applied on the skin will relieve eczema in just a few hours to a few days, if eczema is chronic. Avoid wearing clothes which can induce skin dryness. Wear clothes made of cotton instead.

With all of these suggestions, cheaper healing and prevention can be achieved.

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Everything You Should Know About Using Coconut Oil for Eczema

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Coconut oil has become quite a popular ingredient found in natural skincare. Not to mention it can literally be used for and on anything.

There are a variety of ways coconut oil can be used on the body or ingested such as on hair, teeth and as a supplement.

But what about coconut oil for eczema?

If you’re looking for an easy, quick alternative to prescription creams as well as expensive ointments for your eczema, then you’ll want to read on to learn more about coconut oil and eczema!

Please keep in mind that although coconut oil has worked for many eczema sufferers, I am in no way a medical professional. If you’re experiencing severe eczema or have a topical infection, it is always best to seek medical advice immediately.

If you didn’t already know – coconut oil is praised for having antibacterial, anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties. This means that it is extremely gentle on inflamed skin and can even help the itch during a flare-up.

In fact, when coconut oil was applied topically 2x daily for 4 weeks, one study found staphylococcal colonization decreased by 95% in patients with atopic dermatitis [1]. 

Coconut oil also contains lauric acid (a type of fat that is found in breast milk) that can help fight a variety of illnesses and skin conditions, like eczema, psoriasis and more.

There are also several other benefits to using coconut oil for eczema:

  • Nourishes skin with vitamins and minerals
  • Excellent make up remover (for the adults, of course!), as well as a moisturizer for eyelid or face eczema.
  • Completely chemical-free

But what if you have a tree-nut allergy?

There seems to be a lot of confusion around coconut oil and whether it can cause an allergic reaction. Dr. Watson from Allergic Living Magazine states that coconut is actually a large seed from a tree of the palm family, while the FDA defines it as a tree nut. What gives?

It seems to be that most allergic reactions to coconut have occurred in individuals without a tree nut allergy. So in theory, you should be able to eat a coconut or apply coconut oil to your skin if you have a tree nut allergy.

For more information on coconut oil, as well as shea butter, cocoa butter and allergies, check out our post: The Allergy Scoop: Coconut Oil, Shea Butter, and Cocoa Butter.

Where to get Coconut Oil for Eczema?

Be careful! Not all coconut oils are made equal (and neither are all natural skincare products that include coconut oil). To be sure your oil is as pure as it can be, make sure to opt for an Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil that is either  cold-pressed and unrefined, or pressed.

If you’re looking to try something different from just natural, pure coconut oil, there are also a variety of skincare products that use organic extra virgin coconut oil as well.

Take for example, this Coconut Aloe Moisturizing Serum, an excellent emollient that is also very cooling due to the anti-inflammatory aloe vera in also contains. Not only is it soothing for eczema, but it also provides relief for psoriasis and rosacea as well.

For other coconut oil based products, check out Vegaline that helps fight dry, sensitive or chapped skin, as well as diaper rash. Beeseline is also a great alternative to petroleum jelly.

As mentioned, coconut oil is a cheap and effective natural treatment for many skin conditions including eczema. It can also be used on the skin for everyday moisture, as a lip balm, makeup remover and so much more.

However, keep in mind that coconut oil is not a miracle treatment for eczema. If you feel your eczema is continuing to flare-up regularly, perhaps it’s time to look at what allergens or irritants might be affecting your body.

Instead of treating the outside, try treating eczema from inside with an elimination diet. For more information on success with elimination diets, check out our blog post: Our Eczema Elimination Diet Success (How You Can Do It Too!)

Have you tried coconut oil for eczema? Does it work well for your skin?

References

  1. Verallo-Rowell VM, Dillague KM, Syah-Tjundawan BS. Novel antibacterial and emollient effects of coconut and virgin olive oils in adult atopic dermatitis. Dermatitis. 2008 NovDec;19(6):308-15

Bio: Laura is a contributor and content developer for It’s An Itchy Little World. She is in no way a medical professional. Her comments, suggestions, and reflections are not intended to replace any medical advice. Always seek the help of a medical professional before undertaking any diet or lifestyle changes. Please see It’s An Itchy Little World’s disclaimer for information about affiliate links and more.

 

 

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