help with eczema?

[sgluckadoo]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

[countrygirl12]

I know it doesn't mean a lot but don't worry about what people think.  People who judge you for the way you look have issues of their own.

[yaayme]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

Try using African black soap. I buy mine from Amazon (They have authentic black soap). Moisturize really well after using it because for some people it can be drying. Good luck.

[bhiett]

I have experienced varying levels of eczema and other sensitive skin conditions from time to time, some so severe I had to get professional dermatological help, then may go for years without any problems.  I have been treating a recent outbreak with Traumeel, a non-prescription multipurpose cream that is used primarily for musculoskeletal & joint pain and/or inflammation; it seems to be working with my current skin issue.  Professional medical advice would be your best solution but, as in my case, might involve a lot of travel time as well as a long wait to get an appointment.

[stretch1967]

They keep telling me different things. So I go with dry skin

[BlackSheepNY]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

Try "TriDerma Eczema Fast Healing Face and Body Lotion."  This stuff is AWESOME for eczema, or even dry, itchy skin.  It comes in a 4.2 oz. tube and you can buy it through Walmart.  Reason I say "through" Walmart is because they don't carry it in the store, yet you can order it online and pick it up at your nearest Walmart - go figure.  At least they didn't sell it where I live in the Walmart but, I was able to order it and pick it up in-store.  PS:  Buying this through Walmart will be WAY cheaper than it is buying directly through the TriDerma website.  Here's a link to what I'm talking about:

http://www.walmart.com/ip/TriDerma-MD-Eczema-Fast-Healing-Face-and-Body-Lotion-with-Bonus-Tube-4.2-oz/21656991

If you find you can't find it in Walmart (online or offline), go straight to the website for TriDerma.  Only thing here is that you will pay through the nose for the stuff.  Link:  http://www.triderma.com/eczema-fast-healing.html

[sgluckadoo]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

Try "TriDerma Eczema Fast Healing Face and Body Lotion."  This stuff is AWESOME for eczema, or even dry, itchy skin.  It comes in a 4.2 oz. tube and you can buy it through Walmart.  Reason I say "through" Walmart is because they don't carry it in the store, yet you can order it online and pick it up at your nearest Walmart - go figure.  At least they didn't sell it where I live in the Walmart but, I was able to order it and pick it up in-store.  PS:  Buying this through Walmart will be WAY cheaper than it is buying directly through the TriDerma website.  Here's a link to what I'm talking about:

http://www.walmart.com/ip/TriDerma-MD-Eczema-Fast-Healing-Face-and-Body-Lotion-with-Bonus-Tube-4.2-oz/21656991

If you find you can't find it in Walmart (online or offline), go straight to the website for TriDerma.  Only thing here is that you will pay through the nose for the stuff.  Link:  http://www.triderma.com/eczema-fast-healing.html

Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

[brittanyh468]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

I have very bad eczema all over, because mine is triggered by allergies ( I have 60+) But my dermatologist said to put on Hydrocortisone anti itch cream and then Eucerin (sp? it's Vaseline based) lotion a few times a day especially after showering and such. Hope it helps I know how bad it sucks and how bad it can make you feel!!

[sgluckadoo]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

I have very bad eczema all over, because mine is triggered by allergies ( I have 60+) But my dermatologist said to put on Hydrocortisone anti itch cream and then Eucerin (sp? it's Vaseline based) lotion a few times a day especially after showering and such. Hope it helps I know how bad it sucks and how bad it can make you feel!!

thanks, mine is also from allergies. I have always had pets, but somehow have developed pretty bad allergies to pet dander over the last few years (cant get rid of my 12 year old cat though!!!). So now my skin is starting to react despite all the meds i take to manage the allergies. It is so itchy and dry feeling.

thanks for sharing!

[darkxtsuna]

Either try African black soap (will make u very very dry) or look up what your allergic too it might help.

[sak4kat]

I can certainly relate.  While growing up I had acute eczema.  It was so bad that my sheets were bloodies when I'd' wake in the morning.  My Mom bathed me with Dial soap and lotioned me with Keri.  When I was 13 in Jr. High my Dad convinced my mother to take me to a dermatologist.  I was told to stay away from Lanolin.  It's an oil in sheeps wool and triggers eczema.  Mom switched the family soap to dove and moisturized with and purchased lotions with no lanolin.  All fleece sweaters and sweatshirts were thrown away.  When I'd get an occasional flare up OTC cortizone did the job.  Since than I uncovered my arms and legs.  By than they were scarred but at least the disturbing scabs had healed and I could blend in with the rest of my classmates.

[JoyfulMelody519]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

I have very bad eczema all over, because mine is triggered by allergies ( I have 60+) But my dermatologist said to put on Hydrocortisone anti itch cream and then Eucerin (sp? it's Vaseline based) lotion a few times a day especially after showering and such. Hope it helps I know how bad it sucks and how bad it can make you feel!!

If you have "eczema" and that many allergies, have you been tested for Celiac Disease? 20% of Celiac patients manifest with "dermatitis herpetiformis," a rash that is frequently misdiagnosed as eczema but is unique to Celiac Disease.  Another 20% of DH-rash bearing Celiacs have NO digestive symptoms whatsoever.  Also, an excessively high amount of food allergies is a major indicator of an autoimmune condition, like Celiac.  You should talk to an immunologist, or go on a gluten free trial of around 3 months (it takes 90 days to get all remaining traces of gluten related symptoms out of your diet).  You might find relief that is better than what the creams can do.  ALSO, if you're not allergic to coconut, you might try virgin cocnut oil on the outbreaks, it has been very effective for my son (who had a horrible DH rash, now that we're on the GAPS diet for his Celiac he only breaks out when the nearby wheat crops are in pollen...sheesh).  It works well on both DH rashes AND eczema.

[stretch1967]

I will have to try the coconut oil

[Penwoir]

My son had extremely bad eczema when he was a crawling baby. He had sores all down the front of his shins and on the front of his feet. His pediatrician sent him for allergy testing and found he was allergic to so many things, but the most relevant for his shins/feet was his allergy to cochroaches. We lived in Arizona at the time and had noticed cochroaches occasionally in our lounge. The doc recommended a really strong creme which we could only use for two weeks, this and the fact that we moved to a different state and he started walking, cleared up the eczema on his legs, ankles and feet. He still gets eczema on the insides of his elbows and behind his knees, this mostly flares up after he has remained in wet clothing after a swim in the lake for instance. I use Tide Free and Clear which helps to avoid breakouts and hydrocortizone creme (OTC at any mass merchandiser) to clear up any breakouts from staying in wet clothes. It usually clears up within a week.

[sgluckadoo]

I have light eczema on my face and ears. Anyone have good solutions for this? It can't wear make up or earrings bc of this and feel self conscious.

I have very bad eczema all over, because mine is triggered by allergies ( I have 60+) But my dermatologist said to put on Hydrocortisone anti itch cream and then Eucerin (sp? it's Vaseline based) lotion a few times a day especially after showering and such. Hope it helps I know how bad it sucks and how bad it can make you feel!!

If you have "eczema" and that many allergies, have you been tested for Celiac Disease? 20% of Celiac patients manifest with "dermatitis herpetiformis," a rash that is frequently misdiagnosed as eczema but is unique to Celiac Disease.  Another 20% of DH-rash bearing Celiacs have NO digestive symptoms whatsoever.  Also, an excessively high amount of food allergies is a major indicator of an autoimmune condition, like Celiac.  You should talk to an immunologist, or go on a gluten free trial of around 3 months (it takes 90 days to get all remaining traces of gluten related symptoms out of your diet).  You might find relief that is better than what the creams can do.  ALSO, if you're not allergic to coconut, you might try virgin cocnut oil on the outbreaks, it has been very effective for my son (who had a horrible DH rash, now that we're on the GAPS diet for his Celiac he only breaks out when the nearby wheat crops are in pollen...sheesh).  It works well on both DH rashes AND eczema.

Thanks for the info. I have not been tested for Celiacs and it wouldn't surprise me if I had it given all the immune problems I have. I do see an immunologist and have had allergy testing, etc. It looks like I have several skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, seborrhea, and puritis, along with specific allergens, so the skin stuff is getting complicated. Lots of creams to try and products to stay away from. It is quite overwhelming.