- UV light treatments
- draining large blisters
- antihistamines
- various anti-itch creams
- immune-suppressing ointments, such as Protopic and Elidel
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Natural Treatments for Eczema
For health-minded people, these treatments are not the best solution, and a more natural solution is often recommended by healthcare professionals. In general, keeping your skin clean and moisturized is one of the best ways to keep your eczema under control. The kind of treatment that you apply, and how often you apply it will vary depending on your symptoms, but this at-home, natural approach will allow you to feel confident in your choices when it comes to what you’re putting on your skin.
1. Cold Compresses
Soaking the area where the flare-up has occurred, as well as applying cold compresses for 15 minutes at a time will help to reduce the inflammation of the skin. Repeat this process two to four times throughout the day, followed by the application of a moisturizer to the affected area for maximum effectiveness. (The short video above will show you how to apply cold compresses at home to relieve yourself of your eczema pain!)