Atopic eczema on the face
Atopic eczema is an unpleasant and lifelong disease. Atopic eczema on the face is much more traumatic than manifestations elsewhere on the body. It has periods of relative calm, when symptoms are either not experienced at all or only in the form of excessively dry and sometimes scaly skin. And when we need it least, something irritates our skin.
Atopic eczema on the face then manifests itself in very itchy subcutaneous pimples that "blossom" on the surface of the skin. The skin is red, dry, foxy. Itching often leads to scratching of the lesions and scabbing.
Why does atopic eczema appear on the face?
The skin on the face is very sensitive. Just need more stress than usual or a hormonal fluctuation. But most often the face becomes irritated if allergens from the environment get on the skin. There are skin-irritating particles in the air. These are flying dust, fumes or smoke. So what to do with atopic eczema on the face? What creams and ointments for atopic eczema are used on the face?
How to get rid of atopic eczema on the face
The innately hypersensitive skin barrier is the main cause of the skin's inability to defend itself effectively. Therefore, it is dry and easily damaged. When rubbing (e.g. with a towel), removing hair, shaving or scratching, micro cracks form in it. Irritant molecules penetrate these. When irritated, the skin begins to behave inappropriately and the whole organism reacts.
To prevent atopic eczema from appearing on the face, the skin must be kept well hydrated and protected.
What to use for atopic eczema on the face
Moisturise the skin with moisturising, not greasy, products. Choose according to the ingredients. The fewer ingredients a product contains, the less likely it is to cause irritation. Always try a sample. Herbal cosmetics are fine. But plants contain a number of not yet well researched essential oils that can cause irritation. Even organic cosmetics can't guarantee that the skin won't react with irritation. In short, search and test is the only way.
How to get rid of atopic eczema on the face
Getting rid of atopic eczema on the face is a long haul. But by following a few principles, you can reduce the manifestations on your face.
Rinse your face only with lukewarm mineral water without chlorine.
After washing, pat dry with a towel or gentle tap - not scrubbing.
Use a tried and tested moisturiser.
After shaving and waxing, do not use disinfectants but only rinse and cream.
Use hypoallergenic products when applying make-up, including mascara and liners.
Beware of perfumes - they often cause irritation.
Use a proven barrier cream if you plan to sweat or be in a hot, dusty or smoky environment. Dermaguard barrier cream, for example, strengthens the damaged skin barrier and protects the skin as a shield against invisible environmental allergens for a long part of the day.
