Wednesday, November 23, 2011

It Might Be Time For You To Consider Natural Skin Care For Dermatitis

By Julia Cooper Davidson


The term dermatitis has been given to a variety of conditions which result in the inflammation and chronic irritation of the skin. It is usually identified as an itchy area which is also red and swollen. If you believe you have this condition and are concerned about what types of chemicals you put into your body, you may be interested in natural skin care for dermatitis.

This condition may be something you'll have to deal with all your life. Luckily it is not anything that you have to worry about passing on to someone else. Your friends and your loved ones cannot catch the condition from you. Since it can appear anywhere on your body it can make for some very embarrassing encounters and make you self-conscious.

People who have naturally dry skin are more prone to have these conditions. Therefore it is highly desired to keep a good moisturizing lotion applied several times daily. Aloe Vera and Vitamin E are both good ingredients, as well as cocoa butter. Purchase only products with no added fragrances or preservatives. These can make the condition worse.

Increasingly more individuals are opting for natural health care options. It is one of the largest growing segment in the health field. Many cases of dermatitis can be solved by identifying and eliminating contact with the irritating products used on the body. Sometimes it may be necessary to look at your diet to find the culprit. It could be milk or dairy products causing the problem.

A natural method you can use at home is to make your own special wash. All it takes is 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon each of white elm bark, comfrey root and slippery elm bark. Mix ingredients and boil for 35 minutes before letting it cool. After it has cooled to a comfortable temperature you may wash the affected area to gain relief. Many people swear by this wash.

It is possible that your diet being deficient in certain minerals can also make you more prone to irritation. Taking supplements on a regular basis may be the solution you're looking for. The supplements that have been shown to work the best are vitamin E, B complex, zinc and Biotin. The vitamin E can be taken orally as well as used topically to stop the itch and further treat affected areas.

Natural skin care for dermatitis can help alleviate a lot of the discomfort that comes with the condition. Your doctor can also help you with other natural treatments and prescribe topical lotions that can help. It is okay to treat this condition yourself as long as you have consulted your physician first.




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