Up to 20 percent of the world’s population has suffered from eczema at some point in their life. For some, it is a chronic condition that worsens with particular irritants in their diet or environment.

Sunbathing: This is a beneficial remedy that works to kill harmful bacteria.

Mashed papaya seeds have also made it to the top natural remedies for eczema. Directly applying pounded papaya seeds on your affected skin will help ease the itchy sensation. Papaya also has enzymes that help in bringing back the natural condition of the skin.

A very important home remedy for eczema is to increase the intake of Vitamins A, B, and C. This helps the reproduction of skin cells, which helps the skin heal much faster than usual. You can find these vitamins by eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables and also eating oily fish.

Two to three litres of the water should be taken daily and the patient must bathe twice to thrice in the day. The skin should be vigorously rubbed with the palms of the hands before taking a bath. All the parts of the body should be thoroughly wetted and rubbed to such and extent that the towel is not needed to dry the skin. The site of eczema should, of course, be spread the rubbing. Cold temperatures and harsh climates can also trigger the symptoms of eczema. This is why you must also allow yourself moderate exposure to the sun, which will help relieve symptoms. The moderate heat helps kill harmful bacteria, which causes the irritation and helping it to spread. In some stubborn eczema cases, even some doctors would prescribe a few sessions in tanning booths. This is also called phototherapy. However, this should only be a last resort as too much exposure to the sun or heat will have harmful effects.

A very common cause of eczema is an allergic reaction resulting from contact with the droppings of house-dust mite – of which there are five million in your bed. All the necessary measures should be taken to minimize the dust mite population surrounding anyone with eczema. Crush almond leaves and put them in water. The paste thus prepared is regarded as a natural cure for eczema rash. Applying this paste over the area showing eczema can considerably minimize discomfort. Daily application of this mixture is definitely useful to reduce the itching the redness that accompanies eczema.

Another home remedy for eczema is taking your vitamins diligently. Vitamins A, B, and C help in the reproduction of skin cells. Vitamins do not reduce the outbreaks, though. They do help your skin heal much faster than usual. Vitamin-rich foods include oily fish, fresh fruits, and fresh vegetables.