Eczema advice needed!

pinkchick79 · 02-03-2007, 12:57 PM

[I have been wearing a lot of make-up for many years but in the last few years eczema has appeared on one eyelid. I have stopped wearing eye make-up and although it has got a bit better, it is still there. The doctors wont recommend any creams because they say it is a sensitive area so now im stuck with what to do. I'm getting married next year and a big red, flakey patch on my eyelid is not going to look good in the photos!! Its really itchy and I just want it to go. Does anyone have any advice please?

Tara · 02-03-2007, 11:35 PM

Have you tried using unrefined shea butter?

madrivergirl · 02-06-2007, 08:08 AM

I've had spots of eczema on my face over the years, but never on a spot like that (eyelid). I've always been successful with MK's Intense Moisturizing Cream, but like your doc said, that's a sensitive place... I'd start by giving up the makeup for a while...or at least go hypo-allergenic (Almay carries these).

YorLooks · 02-06-2007, 08:41 PM

Try an emu oil based product: http://www.emuoilsite.com/site/706409/product/30

sallyann2007 · 03-16-2007, 10:41 PM

Here is some information on ecaema:
Cause Of Eczema - Why It Happens If You Have Dry Skin?

releaves · 03-17-2007, 01:48 PM

Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis is a common and frustrating condition for parents and their children.

The main symptom of eczema is an itchy rash, which may be red, rough or irritated, scaly, and oozing. The rash typically begins in early infancy and almost always by age 5 years.

Although the rash does usually come under control and go away with proper treatment, it will likely come back at times. For professional info: click the signatory releaves and choose the view to homepage of Health and beauty

skincareteacher · 03-28-2007, 04:30 PM

Try drinking goats milk, it should clear it up. It worked very well for my brother. I remember as a kid taking a ride out to the country every weekend to pick up some fresh goats milk.

dre · 04-06-2007, 05:04 AM

Shame there's no cure for eczema. You could try a new product from Mannatech called Optimal Skin Care System which is water based (doesn't contain any preservatives either) and water is exactly what your dry skin needs. Do a quick search to see if anyone has any experience with the products and eczema

shocker1 · 10-22-2007, 09:59 AM

Alot of times eczema, especially in small spots is caused by stress. I owuld first stop the make up and secondly try and destress urself a bit. A cortizone cream should help--you can get them over the counter at the drugstore. I have also been using glove'n care for years...its a hand cream that i get from my dental dealer.. it has helped my eczema and skin problems for the lats couple of years.. i get eczema every once in a while on my legs and hands and within a few days of using glove;n care its usually gone. I know people outside the medical and dental communities can get it. glovencare good luck and let us know what happens! I hope i could help

mstar · 10-28-2007, 08:52 PM

My brother had eczema and it went away when he used cortisone cream 1% (prescription from the doctor) Have you seen your family doctor about your problem? Because you should, they'll prescribe something for you.

Hope this helps!

Good luck!

02-03-2007, 12:57 PM	#1
pinkchick79 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1	Eczema advice needed! [I have been wearing a lot of make-up for many years but in the last few years eczema has appeared on one eyelid. I have stopped wearing eye make-up and although it has got a bit better, it is still there. The doctors wont recommend any creams because they say it is a sensitive area so now im stuck with what to do. I'm getting married next year and a big red, flakey patch on my eyelid is not going to look good in the photos!! Its really itchy and I just want it to go. Does anyone have any advice please?

03-17-2007, 01:48 PM	#6
releaves Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Manila, Philippines Posts: 58	ECZEMA: Get Rid Out! Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis is a common and frustrating condition for parents and their children. The main symptom of eczema is an itchy rash, which may be red, rough or irritated, scaly, and oozing. The rash typically begins in early infancy and almost always by age 5 years. Although the rash does usually come under control and go away with proper treatment, it will likely come back at times. For professional info: click the signatory releaves and choose the view to homepage of Health and beauty Last edited by releaves : 03-17-2007 at 01:51 PM.

10-22-2007, 09:59 AM	#9
shocker1 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4	Destress Alot of times eczema, especially in small spots is caused by stress. I owuld first stop the make up and secondly try and destress urself a bit. A cortizone cream should help--you can get them over the counter at the drugstore. I have also been using glove'n care for years...its a hand cream that i get from my dental dealer.. it has helped my eczema and skin problems for the lats couple of years.. i get eczema every once in a while on my legs and hands and within a few days of using glove;n care its usually gone. I know people outside the medical and dental communities can get it. glovencare good luck and let us know what happens! I hope i could help

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02-03-2007, 11:35 PM	#2
Tara Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Pa Posts: 3	Have you tried using unrefined shea butter?

02-06-2007, 08:08 AM	#3
madrivergirl Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Vermont Posts: 89	I've had spots of eczema on my face over the years, but never on a spot like that (eyelid). I've always been successful with MK's Intense Moisturizing Cream, but like your doc said, that's a sensitive place... I'd start by giving up the makeup for a while...or at least go hypo-allergenic (Almay carries these).

02-06-2007, 08:41 PM	#4
YorLooks Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 125	Try an emu oil based product: http://www.emuoilsite.com/site/706409/product/30

03-16-2007, 10:41 PM	#5
sallyann2007 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 35	Here is some information on ecaema: Cause Of Eczema - Why It Happens If You Have Dry Skin?

03-28-2007, 04:30 PM	#7
skincareteacher Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 91	Try drinking goats milk, it should clear it up. It worked very well for my brother. I remember as a kid taking a ride out to the country every weekend to pick up some fresh goats milk.

04-06-2007, 05:04 AM	#8
dre Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 17	Shame there's no cure for eczema. You could try a new product from Mannatech called Optimal Skin Care System which is water based (doesn't contain any preservatives either) and water is exactly what your dry skin needs. Do a quick search to see if anyone has any experience with the products and eczema

10-28-2007, 08:52 PM	#10
mstar Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 15	My brother had eczema and it went away when he used cortisone cream 1% (prescription from the doctor) Have you seen your family doctor about your problem? Because you should, they'll prescribe something for you. Hope this helps! Good luck!