Natural Remedies That Will Help With Eczema.

The effectiveness of the treatment for Eczema can have different outcomes for the people who suffer from this skin condition. What may work well for one person, may have little impact on somebody else. The standard treatment for Eczema is often a steroid cream or a variety of moisturising agents. 

But when these regular treatments don't work. The patient may decide to seek a solution using natural remedies. There are a surprising amount of folk remedies available for this common skin complaint. Some of the most surprising remedies can be found in the food aisles of most supermarkets.

Millions dream of blemish-free skin.
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What exactly is Eczema?

Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked. Eczema is most commonly found in children and often develops before their first birthday.

 However, eczema is not just a childhood condition as it may also develop for the first time when you are an adult.

What are the triggers of Eczema?

There are lots of different things that can cause a flare-up of Eczema. Some of these triggers are avoidable, while others are almost impossible to avoid.

• You may be genetically susceptible to Eczema. Do other family members suffer from sensitive skin or a similar condition?
• You are using too harsh a soap, that might irritate your skin.
• A viral infection may have caused a response in your body.
• You are suffering from an allergy. Perhaps to dust, your washing powder pollen or animals is causing a reaction.
• Being stressed can impact your skin condition.
• Your diet may be causing a problem.
• Having other medical conditions and their treatment.
• Being in close contact with chemicals and irritants at work may be damaging your skin's natural barriers.

How does Coconut Oil improve the condition?

Coconut oil is very effective in treating areas of skin affected by Eczema. This edible oil which is often a staple of Asian cooking has recently been used as a beauty product. 

In recent studies, it has been shown that Coconut oil has fatty acids that can help to hydrate the affected area of skin. This can help people with seriously dry skin or those whose Eczema does not react positively to standard treatments. The use of virgin coconut oil has been found to protect the delicate skin. It does this by helping combat inflammation and by improving the condition of the surface of the skin.

Hydration of the skin improves Eczema.
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Isn't using Coconut Oil the same as just using a moisturiser?

Yes, it is, but there are additional health benefits from using the natural organic product. It is the anti-inflammatory effects which set it apart from the creams dispensed at the pharmacy. 

Sometimes the creams and moisturisers have additional chemicals that may aggravate the condition. Coconut oil is also a cheaper and natural alternative to the regular treatments offed by medical professionals.

What other natural remedies are there for Eczema?

A medical study from 2018 highlighted the usefulness of oatmeal in alleviating many of the niggling aspects of the condition. The same study as well as recommending coconut oil also suggested that using jojoba oil and rosehip oil would be beneficial for those who suffer from the condition. Honey has been used to ease the condition for hundreds of years and its natural antibacterial properties are useful at calming problematic areas of the body.


Other suggested remedies include increasing the amount of Vitamins C and D in your diet. Those who increase the level of Omega-3 fats into their regular diet also see a marked improvement in their skin condition. Whether the effect is due to improved nutrition or the positive effects of the essential fats hs yet to be proven in a large scale study.