How to Cure My Excema Now
Eczema is a common skin condition which makes your skin red, inflamed and itchy. It can also cause your skin to develop small pus-filled elevations. This skin condition affects millions of people worldwide and is commonly seen in teens and infants. There are innumerable causes of eczema. The most common include change in weather, allergies, infections, stress and chemical irritants. Eczema also tends to run in families. If left untreated, eczema can turn into a scaly, leathery, thick rash. By employing all the remedies below, you can safely and effectively treat eczema.
Things You'll Need
- Olive oil
- Chamomile flowers
- Green tea leaves
- Oatmeal
- Tea tree oil
- Blender
Instructions
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Massage the affected area with olive oil once a day, preferably in the morning. Olive oil contains a potent substance called oleocanthal which naturally lessens any itching, inflammation and redness. Apply the oil generously to the affected area and massage into the skin for 10 minutes. Leave on the skin for about one hour. Wash well and dry it off with a clean towel.
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Apply chamomile flower paste on the affected area once a day. Terpene bisanolol is the active ingredient of the chamomile flower. It acts by relieving the itchiness while reducing the inflammation and redness associated with eczema. Place 4 cups of chamomile flowers (include stems and leaves) and 2 cups of clean water in a blender and puree until pasty. Add more flowers if you want a thicker paste. Gently massage the mixture to the affected areas and leave on for about 30 minutes. Rinse off well and pat dry afterwards.
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Place green tea leaves on the affected areas every day. Boil 4 cups of green tea leaves in clean water until they soften. Strain the leaves well. Place the softened tea leaves on the affected areas in layers. Leave on for 30 minutes and rinse well afterwards. Green tea contains the potent compound epigallocatechin. It works by reducing the redness, inflammation and itchiness associated with eczema.
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Apply oatmeal to the affected areas once in the morning or afternoon. Oats are rich in antioxidants which can help heal your skin and alleviate the dryness, itchiness and swelling associated with eczema. Prepare oatmeal as you normally would for breakfast. Gently rub the oatmeal on the affected areas and leave on for 30 minutes to one hour. Rinse well with water (without using soap) and towel dry off.
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Generously apply tea tree oil to the affected area. Terpinen-4-ol is the potent active ingredient of tea tree oil. It acts as an antibacterial and reduces the inflammation and itchiness associated with eczema. Apply the oil before going to bed and leave on overnight and rinse well in the morning. You can buy tea tree oil at any leading health food store.
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Tips & Warnings
Consult your doctor before embarking on self treatments for eczema.
