Eczema Remedies?

[FREEBIRD]

Anyone know any natural remedies for eczema? I don't want to deal with a dermatologist if I can help it (BTDT for other problems and it was a big waste of time and money, plus the guy was not interested in getting results as much as in keeping me coming back, IMHO).

Thanks---FREEBIRD

 

[Synap]

I've used pure Jojoba oil to great effect. Exzema is common here in that our 15% humidity tends to dry and crack skin, opening pathways for it get started. Buying pure Jojoba sounds awfully expensive but a wet fingertip's worth will cover a large area. Jojoba is the closest plant oil to animal skin oil. It penetrates between the cells just like animal skin oil. In fact you can use it to help other topical meds penetrate the skin faster/more effectively. BTW, Jojoba never goes rancid.

 

[Brooks]

I've heard organic coconut oil recommended for similar reasons. Sometimes it is a problem with fatty acid metabolism, in which case essential fatty acid/zinc supplements may help over time. If you can figure out particular triggers, then it gives you something to avoid.

What takes care of me for months at a time is homeopathy. My homeopath finally figured out the specific remedy that I need (which means it doesn't translate to help anyone else). Eczema is a chronic condition, and western medicine simply isn't geared to make much of a dent in it. Don't be too hard on your dermatologist, it isn't something he is likely to ever be able to cure.

Good luck!

 

[goatlady2]

One of my adult daughtes gets stress-induced eczema, her hands/fingers crack and bleed. If she takes burdock tincture that seems to cure the problem untill next time when she stresses out. Mostly work related stress.

 

[squeeksmom]

gl2, I think my DD's eczema is stress induced also. How much of the tincture should she take? I've got some going now.
Thanks,

squeeks

 

[FREEBIRD]

Mine appears to be somewhat stress-induced as well. Thanks for the assistance and keep your ideas coming.

BTW, I'm very grateful you're all here---Love, FREEBIRD

 

[Brooks]

Burdock helps with the itching, which by itself probably helps with the healing. I have used liquid burdock from the local organic food store. It could also be mixed into whatever natural oil (like coconut) that you slather on.

 

[goatlady2]

My DD takes a couple capsules 2-3 times a day or just a "swig" from the 4 oz bottle. My personal thinking is that the stress causes to liver to react and release toxins which in turn show up as eczema and as burdock is a liver tincture it mitigates/neutralizes the toxin release? Just my thoughts, but it seems to jive with results.

 

[fruit loop]

Try a high-acid diet

This also helps. Eat lots of salsa and peppers. Works for me.

 

[LA Woman]

Do you have allergies? I only ask because there is a link between eczema and hyperimmune responses to allergens. If this is the case, using a antihistamine might be helpful.

When I used to conduct clinical trials with excema patients, they told me that they frequently used vaseline on the effected areas and oatmeal baths (Aveeno) to control the itching.

All medical science has to offer you at this point is antihistamines and autoimmune suppressants.

 

[LA Woman]

P.S. If topical corticosteroids are prescribed or suggested to you, I wouldn't recommend them. Long term use can lead to skin thinning.

 

[bygrace]

My little neice has eczema really bad, and my sister-in-law started using Melaeluca on her. Shampoo and oils......

She has also used Tea Tree oil, which has melaeluca in it.

Takes care of it everytime!

 

[Mushroom]

Melaeluca is the plant that tea tree oil comes from. I have a little 2 oz squirt bottle that I fill with jojoba oil and add 4 drops of tea tree oil. I use this after showers for deodorant, and for the exema that I have . It helps heal up the abrasions that the exema cause that makes it itch so much. If you will put it on just after you have dried with a towel, it will help seal in the moisture and keep the dry skin from reappearing quickly. It only takes a few drops at a time and it spreads very well.

I made some of this for my grandson and granddaughter to use on their faces. They are beginning to break out so I gave them each a little jar of honey to clean their face with (used like Noxema) then spread on the oil. Leave it for a few minutes before blotting with a tissue to remove the excess oil. They both said it works very well. The honey cleans the pores very well without removing all the oil then the oil with the tea tree tricks the skin into thinking that no more oil is needed. The tea tree kkills the bacteria on the skin that lurks waiting for the opportunity to make a pimple. They are very pleased.

Mushroom

 

[Synap]

Good idea with the Tea Tree Oil+Jojoba! I'll try it. Thanx.

 

[Jeanne51]

Is eczema the same as psoriasis? If so you might try Bag Balm. It is inexpensive. Grandma claimed it cured her eczema. It was made for cows udders, it has been around a long time. I would trust it more than I would a doctor. It is worth a try.

 

[LA Woman]

Eczema is not the same as psoriasis at all. Bag balm may help itching, however.