Caring for eczema-prone skin requires a gentle, consistent routine that supports the skin barrier and avoids triggers.

 

Caring for eczema-prone skin requires a gentle, consistent routine that supports the skin barrier and avoids triggers. Here’s how to manage it effectively:

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🧴 Daily Skincare Routine

1. Use a Gentle Cleanser

   • Choose a fragrance-free, non-soap, low-pH cleanser.

   • Avoid harsh exfoliants and foaming cleansers.

2. Moisturize Immediately After Washing

   • Apply moisturizer within 3 minutes of bathing to lock in moisture.

   • Look for creams or ointments with ceramides, colloidal oatmeal, glycerin, or shea butter.

   • Use fragrance-free and hypoallergenic products.

3. Avoid Long, Hot Showers

   • Opt for lukewarm water and limit bathing to 10–15 minutes.

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🚫 Avoid Triggers

• Fragrances & Dyes in skincare, laundry detergents, and soaps

• Rough fabrics like wool—opt for cotton

• Extreme temperatures and dry air (use a humidifier if needed)

• Sweat—rinse off promptly after exercise

• Stress—which can worsen flare-ups

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💊 During Flare-Ups

• Use prescribed topical steroids or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory creams as directed.

• Apply moisturizers more frequently (up to several times a day).

• Use cool compresses to relieve itching.

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🩺 When to See a Doctor

• If over-the-counter methods aren’t helping

• If the skin becomes cracked, weepy, or shows signs of infection (yellow crusts, increased redness, warmth)