Washing your skin when you have eczema

When you have eczema, bathing properly can help keep redness and itching in check. The National Eczema Association recommends: Bathe at least once daily. Limit the bath or shower to about 10 minutes, and keep the water lukewarm, not hot. Don’t use a washcloth to scrub skin. Use a mild cleanser or soap. If your […]

When you have eczema, bathing properly can help keep redness and itching in check.
The National Eczema Association recommends:
Bathe at least once daily. Limit the bath or shower to about 10 minutes, and keep the water lukewarm, not hot.
Don’t use a washcloth to scrub skin.
Use a mild cleanser or soap. If your skin is flaring badly, it’s best to limit or avoid cleansers.
While your skin is still damp, apply topical medication. Then apply a generous amount of moisturizer to help lock in moisture and ease itching and dryness.