How to Calm Eczema
Airborne allergies, harsh products, and seasonal climate changes can wreak havoc on your complexion, spurring on a flare-up of atopic dermatitis, which is characterized by redness, itchiness, and irritation. According to Ava Shamban, a dermatologist in Santa Monica, California, "Inflammation leads to an increase in enzymes that break down collagen and elastin, which is why people with chronic eczema often look prematurely aged." To override an outbreak, quell inflamed skin with a topical 1 percent hydrocortisone cream for up to a week. It's also important to abstain from products containing common irritants and allergens like propylene glycol, beeswax, synthetic fragrances, and formaldehyde releasers.
Comments