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> What is Eczema?
Eczema (aka dermatitis) is a non-contagious collection of skin diseases
with varying degrees of severity, from simply dry, itchy skin to instances
where the skin is broken, raw and bleeding. Some 20 percent of children
and ten percent of adults in the UK suffer from some form of eczema.
> What are its Causes?
One type of eczema (atopic) is thought to be hereditary. It is usually
triggered by reactions to allergens in the environment that are harmless
to most people. The immune system over-reacts to these allergens and produces
inflamed, irritated and sore skin.
Other types of eczema can be caused or aggravated by allergens, pollutants
and commonly by aggressive detergents such as SLS (Sodium Laureth/Lauryl
Sulphate).
> Can Eczema be Cured?
Sadly no permanent cure has been found and all that can be done is to
relieve the symptoms. The most important thing when treating the symptoms
of eczema is to keep the skin moist. Moisturisers based on petroleum products
are best avoided as they tend to prevent the proper functioning of the
skin. Healthy skin needs oxygen and needs to be fed from both inside and
out. Sufferers from eczema should pay particular attention to their diet,
ensuring adequate nourishment for the skin.
In our daily lives we are surrounded by all sorts of hazards that can
harm the skin. These can be minmised by following a few simple rules:
- Do not wash the skin and hair with ordinary bar
soap or anything containing harsh detergents (most shampoos and liquid
soaps contain SLS, a proven skin irritant).
- Avoid creams and moisturisers based on petrochemicals.
These give the illusion that the skin is being moisturised but actually
dry it out by forming an impermeable barrier preventing absorption of
moisture from the atmosphere and expulsion of waste products through
the pores.
- Only use soaps, shampoos, creams and lotions based
on natural ingredients from the plant kingdom.
> Freya Products Recommended
for Treatment of Eczema.
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