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This $ 8 Cream Soothes My Itchy Winter Skin Even Better Than a Prescription
New York Magazine “Itchy” has been my default state of being for the last 24 years that I've been afflicted with eczema. Most creams and lotions that claim to help eczema tend to focus on healing dry skin, and while eczema certainly makes my skin dry, more than anything … |
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This $8 Cream Soothes My Itchy Winter Skin Even Better Than a Prescription – New York Magazine
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This $ 8 Cream Soothes My Itchy Winter Skin Even Better Than a Prescription
New York Magazine “Itchy” has been my default state of being for the last 24 years that I've been afflicted with eczema. Most creams and lotions that claim to help eczema tend to focus on healing dry skin, and while eczema certainly makes my skin dry, more than anything … |
These Are The Best Natural Products For Winter Eczema – mindbodygreen.com
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These Are The Best Natural Products For Winter Eczema
mindbodygreen.com She's also seen acupuncture really improve eczema and often refers her patients to get treatment. While she points out that the research is varied at best when it comes to treating the disease internally, too, "I think taking fish oil with high EPA as … |
These Are The Best Natural Products For Winter Eczema – mindbodygreen.com
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These Are The Best Natural Products For Winter Eczema
mindbodygreen.com She's also seen acupuncture really improve eczema and often refers her patients to get treatment. While she points out that the research is varied at best when it comes to treating the disease internally, too, "I think taking fish oil with high EPA as … |
The Skincare Changes you Need to Remember in the Winter
While many of us spend our winter dreaming of a white Christmas we often forget the impact the harsh weather can have on our skin is overlooked! The main culprits to blame for this are cold, dry air, low humidity and central heating, which, although it keeps us cosy and warm, wreak havoc with our delicate skin and hair. But cold weather also hits you harder as you get older, as the production of the skin’s natural moisturisers already dips with age alone. The result: your soft, glowing summer skin becomes dry, rough and flaking, while your hair feels parched and loses its shine.
But, never fear, we are here to help! These simple cold weather beauty tricks and tips will help keep you looking and feeling your best, no matter the type of weather you have to deal with in the coming months.
Get sipping!
Just because you’re not feeling as warm, doesn’t mean you should be easing up on the amount of water you should drink per day. Consuming enough water is important all year round, including in the winter. When your internal system is operating well, it’s going to show on the outside with glowing skin. Keep up with your daily quota by drinking a glass of water with every meal and keeping a reusable bottle on your desk at work, to ensure that your skin stays clear and moisturised.
Love your lips!
Dry, sore and cracked lips are no-ones favourite winter affliction. They can leave you dreading eating or even yawning, and they look pretty unattractive too! Keep your lips moisturised regularly throughout the day by looking for a formula containing shea butter. If you’re wearing colour on your lips, moisturise your lips overnight and wear a formulation that has a built-in moisturiser.
Time to clean up!
Your usual shower gel and shampoo aren’t going to cut it in the winter, we’re afraid. In the winter, our skin and hair generally need more protection, largely in the form of hydration. Choose moisturising shower gel and a hydrating shampoo to suit your individual skin and hair type. This goes for facial cleanser and moisturiser too! You may find that a creamy, hydrating cleanser with alpha hydroxy acids, which are gentle enough to remove dead skin cells on your face without causing skin irritation, is the way forward. Your regular light moisturiser may need to be switched up for a heavier formula too; your skin will be extra thirsty. Look for preparations including beeswax, petrolatum, or squalene, and warm them up in the heat of the shower as you wash for an extra moisturising treat!
Double up on hydration
Moisturising twice a day might sound like overkill, but may be necessary in the winter! Ideally, you should moisturise in the morning and before bed for the best results. The reason: there’s a slight elevation in the temperature of your body while you sleep, so products seep in better! Why not ask for some free samples at your local beauty counter to find the perfect body moisturiser for you?
Indulge those digits!
Don’t forget about your feet and hands – they do most of the work after all, but often we find ourselves washing our hands over and over again without ever replacing that lost moisture. And our feet? Well, for many of us they don’t get a look-in when we moisturise our legs! How about dampening your hands and feet, slathering on a luxurious cream, and then putting on a pair of comfy and light gloves and socks to wear overnight? Your feet and hands will look and feel great the following morning!
Dr Seth Rankin is Founder of London Doctor Clinic
The Ultimate Winter Eczema Care Guide
Another great post from itchylittleworld.com – Natural remedies for eczema to soothe your itchy little world..
By Laura Dolgy (bio below)
Ah, yes the most anticipated season of the year has begun – winter (said no one with dry skin ever). Unfortunately for many eczema sufferers, this is the time for severely cracked, itchy and of course – dry skin. But don’t fear! Winter eczema can actually be quite easy to control, as long as you are taking proper care of both your skin and your body.
Please keep in mind that although these recommendations can relieve eczema, we are in no way medical professionals. If you’re experiencing severe eczema symptoms like fever or an infection, it is best to seek medical advice immediately.
Moisturize
It shouldn’t be a surprise that moisturizing during the winter months is extremely important. Moisturizing properly will keep skin protected from the ongoing harsh weather and will even keep itching to a minimum.
Not sure what treatment to use to properly moisturize this season and reduce winter eczema? Check out our recommendations below based on different skin types!
Itchy/Dry Eczema
This is probably the most common type of eczema found both during and outside of the winter months. If you’re experiencing itchy, dry eczema, then the best solution is to use a natural product that can actually permeate the skin and offer relief.
The Organic Manuka Skin Soothing Cream offers a perfect combination of both nourishing Manuka honey, as well as Manuka oil to soothe and calm irritated, dry and itchy skin. Another favorite is the Emily Skin Soothers for Itchy Eczema, which is filled with a selection of Chinese herbs and beeswax that soothes ALL dry skin conditions and really helps with itchy eczema.
Thick/Scaly Eczema
Tis’ the season for not only thick, dry skin, but also the dreaded “crocodile” skin. If you’re prone to suffering from really thick and scaly eczema then make sure to check out EczeHerbal #3 Dry Eczema Treatment for Adults. This treatment is specially formulated with Chinese herbs to treat and offer relief to dry and scaly eczema.
Got itchy and scaly eczema? Try this Grass Fed Tallow Balm that will immediately soothe dry skin and provide natural relief for your itchy skin. Not only is this balm extremely nourishing and thick, but it comes in three variations: unscented, with lavender and with lavender and tea tree. So you can choose how much herbal power you’d like. For the most sensitive of skin, the unscented would be best. And for full antibacterial and antiseptic properties, go for the lavender and tea tree variation.
Red/Weeping Eczema
If your weeping eczema only gets worse in the winter then this Emily Skin Soothers for Red Eczema Rashes is a great option. It was created by an acupuncturist as a natural alternative for healing weeping and crusty eczema. Not only does it calm the red, but it will help treat topical bacteria, yeast and fungus.
Another great natural treatment is EczeHerbal #1 Oozing Eczema Treatment that contains a mixture of Chinese herbs perfect for relieving itchy and crusty eczema. A little goes a long way, so don’t let the small jars worry you.
Wet/Dry Wrapping
Because skin is highly sensitive in the winter months and has the tendency to become dry, itchy and scaly, we definitely recommend wet and dry wrapping. This process only requires a bath, moisturizer and a layer of clothing to seal in moisture. We guarantee that dry, winter eczema will feel much better after trying this! Read more about wet wrap therapy here.
Vitamin D
With winter months comes less sunshine and that means less Vitamin D. As discussed in our blog post The Truth about Vitamin D and Eczema, studies have shown that the consumption of vitamin D has been effective in treating and healing eczema. In fact, without enough vitamin D, your immune system can weaken which can cause the skin barrier to break down and the chances for skin infection to increase.
By supplementing with tablets such as these Viva Naturals High Potency Vitamin D3 or by increasing your intake of fatty fish and fish oils, you can decrease your chance of skin infection and even provide some much needed relief to your dry skin.
Eat Properly
Aside from keeping skin moisturized all season long, it’s very important to also heal yourself from within. As we have mentioned in many other posts, carrying out an elimination diet can help you discover what is triggering your dry, itchy eczema. Yes, winter is making your eczema worse, but your body is likely already inflamed, so reducing inflammation by way of diet can really help your skin! To learn more about elimination diets and if they work, make sure to check out: Our Eczema Elimination Diet Success (How You Can Do It Too!).
You can also heal eczema by focusing on certain foods during the winter months like root vegetables and warming, nourishing foods like bone broth that can help keep your gut balanced. To get a better idea of what foods are beneficial for winter eczema, take a look at our blog post: How to Eat Well For Winter Eczema Relief that is packed with suggestions and recommendations from Naturopath Dr. Amy Duong.
Although the winter months might be the harshest time for eczema, there are many treatments and practices one can adopt to keep their skin safe. The above tips might help keep your eczema hydrated at the surface, but eating healthy and knowing which allergens to stay away from will also help wonders.
How do you deal with winter eczema? Let us know in the comments below!
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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Don’t let dry skin spoil your little one’s adventures: tips & solutions for winter
Over 1 in 5 children have eczema or a dry skin condition. Winter is often worse with wind-chill, cold, and central heating triggering flare ups. The associated itching, irritation and poor sleep can really spoil little ones fun, so dry skin treatment for children, Epaderm Junior, has a few tips to help.
- Wrap up! Hands and the back of the neck are particularly vulnerable to drying out, so cotton gloves and scarves are an essential skincare kit – as well as keeping them snug during adventures.
- Hydrate – A cold drink is less appetising, so many children drink less in winter. Keeping them hydrated can help their skin, so try warming up drinks like apple juice to make them enticing.
- Apply emollients – Some moisturisers can contribute to skin dryness. Oil-rich emollients such as Epaderm Junior help stop water from leaving the skin which is great during winter. The ointment is a thick effective barrier, often used at night, where the cream is absorbed easily for use during the day.
- Avoid washing – Many children would be delighted, but we don’t mean avoid bath time altogether! Hot water and soap can also dry children’s skin. Try replacing soap with Epaderm Junior Ointment, it won’t foam up, but cleans and helps lock moisture into the skin at bath time too.
To find out more about Epaderm Junior, read our product reviews here.
The 6 Products I Use to Tame Brutal Winter Eczema Flare-ups – New York Magazine
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The 6 Products I Use to Tame Brutal Winter Eczema Flare-ups
New York Magazine But it's particularly awful for eczema sufferers, whose symptoms are triggered and aggravated by the combination of icy winds and intense indoor heating. As someone who's struggled with eczema since age 3, I've spent most of my life not only trying to … |
How to Eat Well for Winter Eczema Relief
By Dr. Amy Duong (bio below)
To my eczema warriors!
Today I’d like to give you a list of foods and how to prepare them that would be beneficial to eat with the intention of nourishing and healing skin to prevent eczema in winter. I often hear from my patients that their eczema worsens in the winter months due to the dryness from the cold temperatures outside and from turning on the heat in inside. Skin dryness signifies that the skin is not being nourished with the proper nutrients and thus the skin barrier to the outside environment weakens and the skin is subject to more irritants, weather changes, and eczema from internal detoxification issues.
The food most beneficial for providing winter eczema relief differs from each person based on their specific food sensitivities and food allergies. This is best tested through food allergy/sensitivity test or an elimination diet, whereby the main food sensitivities are removed from the diet then added back one by one to see the effects of that specific food on eczema and other skin inflammation. Apart of the specifics of the diet for each person, there are foods and preparation of foods that are better eaten during winter months. Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine and following the nature’s own cycles, it is better to eat seasonally. This would include more raw fruits and vegetables in the summer and more root vegetables and warming foods in the winter. I’ve made a list of foods that I recommend for eczema patients to help them prevent from developing a winter rash. Let’s get to it!
1. Stir-fry vegetables or Steam vegetables
Use some olive oil to stir-fry dark leafy greens such as kale, spinach, carrots, onions, zucchini, and sweet potatoes. You can also steam vegetables such as spinach, kale, beets, and cauliflower. Making a stir-fry or steaming vegetables breaks down the cell walls of these vegetables and allows for easier digestion.
2. Roast vegetables
Another option for preparing vegetables is to roast them in the oven! You can try cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, sweet potatoes, beets, onions, and other squashes such as acorn squash and spaghetti squash. Roasting vegetables are a delicious way to keep warm and facilitate the digestion in the winter months. A good oil to roast your veggies with at higher temperatures would be coconut oil as long as there aren’t any food sensitivities to coconut. For a coconut free option, try avocado oil.
3. Warming soups
Making a big batch of soup is a great way to food prep on the weekends for example or use a crock pot or pressure cooker to do some hands-off cooking. I really love butternut squash soup, curries, vegetable soup, or warm beet soup in the wintertime. For the a broth full of minerals and gut healing nutrients, make your own broth.
4. Oatmeal and other gluten free grains
It is not advisable in Traditional Chinese Medicine to eat or drink cold or raw foods. I believe that this is especially true in the wintertime when you body feels colder in general. Instead of my morning green juices or green smoothies that I frequent in the spring and summer months, I make some gluten-free oatmeal in the morning and add some antioxidants with blueberries or other berries. Sweeten it with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Add in some sunflower butter for a delicious protein kick. Other gluten free grains I use include quinoa and brown rice, which pair great with the vegetables that were prepared as a stir fry, steamed, or roasted! Yum 
A few tips on skincare for winter eczema relief:
- Do not shower in very hot water as it will really dry out your skin. After patting your skin dry, always apply a good natural eczema cream.
- Vitamin D3: It would be a good idea to have your physician or naturopath check your levels of Vitamin D3 to ensure that there is no deficiency and determine what a good therapeutic or maintenance dose would be for you. Vitamin D3 is typically lower in the winter as we are not out in the sun and absorbing Vitamin D3 in your skin.
- Add some yoga and stretching to your exercise routine in the wintertime. It is the time to build up your reserves for the coming spring and summer months. Maintaining flexibility and a good mind-body connection with yoga and meditation is great to ready yourself for the action and movement during the warmer months. And yoga is great for stress relief and we all know how stress can really aggravate eczema.
Read More: 8 Ways to Relieve Stress In Children with Eczema
I hope you will keep these strategies in mind when preparing your food in the wintertime. Remember this is simply a guide and it would be advisable to see a local naturopath or reach out to me through my online consultations to get best treatment plan for your individual health concerns.
Do you struggle with eczema in winter? What helps you find winter eczema relief?
Bio: Dr. Amy Duong completed her Naturopathic Doctorate at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, where she also trained in Acupuncture. She offers general naturopathic care with a special focus on skin disorders including eczema, acne and psoriasis as well as anxiety, depression and digestive concerns. Currently, Dr. Duong is based in Connecticut where she sees many lovely patients of all ages with common skin conditions and other medical concerns in her naturopathic medical practice.
Please visit, www.naturalskindr.com to learn more about Dr. Amy Duong and her Skype/phone consultations to help you address your eczema or other medical condition.
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How to Eat Well for Winter Eczema Relief
Dr. Amy Duong (bio below) To my eczema warriors! Today I’d like to give you a list of foods and how to prepare them that would be beneficial to eat with the intention of nourishing and healing skin to prevent eczema in winter. I often hear from my patients that their eczema worsens in the […]
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