Do you have dry skin or eczema? You are not alone. In this article, we share our best tips and products.
1. Eat clean
Nutrition and our eating habits make the biggest difference to our health on all levels, including the skin. This is something many people may already know, but it can also be one of the hardest things to change.
Foods that can trigger eczema and skin problems
- Milk
- Gluten, especially wheat
- White sugar
- Fried food
- Artificial additives
Eat more of
- Vegetables
- Sprouts
- Fermented vegetables
- Fruits and berries
- Healthy fats, such as various cold-pressed oils, extra virgin olive oil, and avocado
- Pumpkin seeds and other seeds
- Chia seeds
2. Take supplements
- Lactic acid bacteria can make a big difference for the skin, as the skin often reflects digestion, i.e., how the stomach is doing.
- Vitamin D is another product that many with eczema or other skin problems have had good results with. If you suspect a vitamin D deficiency, take at least 2000 IU per day.
- Zinc helps dry and problematic skin.
- Vitamin C supports collagen production, heals wounds, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Supplements for the skin are an interesting topic for those who want to improve their appearance from the inside out.
3. Add moisture in the home
Dry indoor conditions can worsen the skin and especially eczema, so you can benefit from a humidifier at home.
4. Counteract stress
Stress is often a trigger for eczema and psoriasis. High cortisol levels (our stress hormones) worsen inflammation throughout the body, including the skin.
Relaxation is key
Be careful with large amounts of stimulants like coffee, tea, cocoa, and alcohol. If you have trouble relaxing in the evening, meditation, relaxation exercises, calm music, or magnesium drinks are excellent aids.
5. Use natural products
Make sure your beauty, hygiene, and cleaning products are natural. If you have very sensitive skin, it may also be good to avoid fragrance in products even if they have natural ingredients.
Moisturize your body daily
- Pure shea butter is a rich cream that has saved many. If you find it too heavy, it can be mixed with an oil such as evening primrose oil, especially for eczema and itching.
- Magnesium lotion is a lotion that delivers magnesium through the skin while moisturizing and reducing itching and problems.
- **Repair Lotion** is a fantastic, organic, light lotion that has helped many with eczema and also psoriasis.
- There is also a repair lotion suitable for babies from 3 months old and children.
- Use Calendula ointment on problem areas with itching, irritation, and similar issues.
If you have very dry skin, it is good to
- Shower in the evening and use a natural, mild soap. Usually, soap is only needed under the arms and on hands and feet; water is enough for the rest of the body.
- Moisturize your entire body afterward.
- Also moisturize the following morning, but without showering.
6. A day at the beach with sun
Many with skin problems report improvement after moderate sun exposure and swimming in a saltwater sea.
Bring the sea home with a DIY sea spray
Ingredients
- 2.5 dl boiled water. Instead of boiled water, you can choose herbal tea as long as the tea is made from dried herbs. Chamomile tea works excellently for sensitive skin.
- 1 tbsp Himalayan salt or sea salt.
- 1 pinch of Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate).
How to make it
- Add the salt and Epsom salt to the warm water and stir until the salt is completely dissolved.
- Store the solution in a glass jar or spray bottle. Apply to the skin by spraying or, if you are very sensitive, dab the solution onto the skin with a cotton pad.
What are your tips?
We hope these tips can help you with your skin problems.
Do you have more tips for those of us with eczema or dry skin? Share your experience in a comment to help others!
