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Eczema might be a skin condition associated with childhood but of the 15 million sufferers in the UK,<\/a><\/u>\u00a01 in 12 are now adults. Also known as atopic dermatitis, eczema is defined by the NHS<\/a><\/u> as \u201ca condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked.\u201d<\/p>\n

As eczema sufferers know all too well, aesthetically it can be confidence-kicking. Beyond that, dry and scaly skin can feel extremely comfortable while the urge to scratch is both infuriating and sleep-disrupting.<\/p>\n

The cause of eczema is unknown but it has been linked to genetics (it often runs in families) and environmental factors (people with eczema also often have allergies). Triggers vary from person to person but can include weather, stress, hormones, diet and irritating products. Sadly there is no magic \u2018cure\u2019 but merely methods for managing flare ups.<\/p>\n

In recognition of National Eczema Week<\/a><\/u>, we enlisted some expert help to give us some practical advice on the best ways to manage ezcema\u2026<\/p>\n

Forget foam and fragrance<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stripping back your skin, body and hair care routine is a must, and products that foam or are heavily fragranced are the first to go. \u201cAvoid common foaming skin irritants such as anionic detergents and surfactants, particularly SLS,\u201d GP Dr Roger Henderson<\/a><\/u> recommends. \u201cInstead wash your body with emollient-rich shower gels or bath oils and use a gentle fragrance-free cleanser for your face,\u201d Consultant Dermatologist and author of The Skincare Bible<\/a><\/u> <\/em>Dr Anjali Mahto<\/a><\/u> adds.<\/p>\n

Make best friends with your moisturiser <\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr Henderson highlights how moisturising is an essential element of managing eczema: \u201cApply a rich cream generously and regularly even when skin doesn\u2019t feel particularly dry.\u201d After washing, moisturising becomes even more important. \u201cUsing emollients immediately after a bath or shower will help to trap moisture in the skin. Remember to pat your skin dry (not rub) before applying,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n

Avoid extreme temperatures<\/strong><\/p>\n

Annoyingly, both ends of the spectrum can cause issues. \u201cHeat is a problem for eczema and sweat contains traces of certain chemicals that can further irritate the skin,\u201d Dr Henderson explains. \u201cKeep showers short and cool and if you do get sweaty, rinse off and change as soon as possible. Use light cotton sheets and keep the room as cool as possible,\u201d he suggests. During the colder months moisturising becomes even more important. Dr Mahto adds: \u201cWinter can be tricky too with the combination of dry air and central heating\u201d.<\/p>\n

Swap your laundry detergent<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many mainstream laundry detergents contain irritating ingredients that could aggravate eczema. It\u2019s not worth the risk so switch to a sensitive skin friendly formula such as Surcare<\/a><\/u>.<\/p>\n

Get moving<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cStress hormones affect the body\u2019s immune system which impacts on skin inflammatory changes,\u201d Dr Henderson highlights. Yoga and pilates can prove a godsend in this department. \u201cLow-impact workouts can help with stress, energy levels and<\/em> the immune system without too much skin-irritating sweat,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n

Go for a mani <\/strong><\/p>\n

Acrylic nails can be a legitimate game-changer. They don\u2019t stop the scratching per se, but the smoother nail means the damage caused is significantly reduced.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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