Best homemade remedies that can be used in treating eczema

Eczema is an ailment where the skin becomes too dry causing inflammation, rough patches, and sometimes might become very itchy too. During the process of itching the skin over a long period, it might result in blisters on the skin. When the red patches on the skin peel off it causes the skin to become very rough.

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Eczema can arise due to several reasons depending on the causative agent.

The overexposure of the skin to toxic chemicals, which in turn cause skin irritation. People with very sensitive skin are prone to this mostly
It can arise from exposure to certain allergies. Things such as foods, pets, fabric, flowers, and many more. This type of Eczema can be hereditary.
Environmental causes
Poor circulation around the veins of the legs can cause it to get swollen which can also be a cause too.
It can be caused by a reaction due to fungal and bacterial infection
Eczema might also result from bites caused by human mites

Types of Eczema

S/n	Types of Eczema	Affected areas
1	Atopic dermatitis	cheeks neck elbow and knee
2	Irritant dermatiti	Skin Hands
3	Stasis dermatitis	Legs
4	Nummular eczema	Lower legs
5	Seborrheic dermatitis	Face Mid chest Ears
6	Lichen simplex chronicus	Shins, and Legs

Types of Eczema and their mostly affected parts

Who are the most likely people to get this skin problem

It is most common amongst smaller and younger children during their early stages of life. It is common amongst the older ones. People can also inherit it too from their parents.

How to know that you have eczema

Most likely its signs range from the following

Red patches
Continuous itching
Frequent skin irritation
Skin blisters
Rough skin

How then can it be cured? In the case of Eczema, it can be treated by using medications, steroids, or natural remedies.

Homemade natural recipes for treating eczema

Use of Aloe vera

Aloe vera gel has been for to be rich in both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Using this continuously can help heal wounds resulting from this much faster.

All you need is your aloe vera leaf, extract out the gel and apply to the affected area. Repeat once every day until it clears off.

Coconut oil

Raw and cold-pressed Coconut oil can be very helpful in reducing inflammation on the skin. Continuous use of this reduces the rate of dryness on the skin and skin patches too.

Coconut oil, should be applied to the skin after a bath, this will help retain the moisture on the skin too.

Bleach baths

When having bleach baths caution should be taken to avoid ingesting parts of it. This should be done under the clear supervision of an adult. Bleach has the power of killing bacteria and fungal responsible for causing it.

Start by adding bleach to the water. Note, for every gallon of water 1 tablespoon of bleach should be used. After preparing the bath completely immerse your whole body for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat the skin dry gently to avoid further bruises on the skin.

Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is very acidic, it makes the skin inhospitable for the fungi and bacteria causing it.

Vinegar baths can be achieved by mixing 1cup of water with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. A cotton swab applies the solution to the affected areas and leave for a while.