How to reduce eczema flares with moisturizer
Eczema creates tiny cracks in the skin, so the skin loses water quickly. This is why skin with eczema feels so dry. Applying a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer immediately after a bath — and as often as your dermatologist recommends — is one of the best treatments for dry, itchy skin.
This infographic shows you how to apply moisturizer in three easy steps to help reduce eczema flares.
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How to reduce eczema flares with moisturizer
An eczema friendly moisturizer is one of the best treatments for eczema. To get the best results, follow these 3 easy steps to apply moisturizer.
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Reference
Eichenfield LF, Tom WL. et al. “Guidelines of care for the management of atopic dermatitis: section 2. Management and treatment of atopic dermatitis with topical therapies.” J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014 Jul;71(1):116-32.
Written by:
Paula Ludmann, MS
Reviewed by:
Elaine T. Kaye, MD, FAAD
J. Klint Peebles, MD, FAAD
Dara D. Spearman, MD, FAAD
Last updated: 10/26/22