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When eczema strikes, it can be really hard to break the itchy, sore skin cycle! Specialist clothing can really help with this!

Does your little one suffer with eczema, or do you? Do you struggle to control it at night? Fear not, we have the solution for you!

Everything for Eczema - super soft clothing for those with eczema! www.intolerantgourmand.com

Just before Christmas, the lovely Gail at Everything for Eczema got in contact after seeing the struggle we were having with keeping Callum comfortable during a bad eczema flare. She wanted to send him a set of her specially designed pyjamas for him to try, and I was so grateful. Callum was too!

We’ve been testing them out over the past few weeks, and they have proven to be a total godsend!

Why are these pyjamas so special?

The pyjamas are made primarily of bamboo because it is easily the best fabric for eczema. It's super soft, hypoallergenic, breathable, and absorbent and way better than cotton for sensitive skin.

Callum certainly agrees with this, as he’s commented many times about how soft the pyjamas are! They have also made a big difference at night time, in allowing his skin to breathe. This is very important for people who suffer with eczema. Sweaty skin blocks the pores, and causes the skin to become aggravated. This then contributes to the eczema cycle with itchy, sore skin.

Gail initially created pyjamas for adults, before then being asked to create pyjamas for younger children, but with flip mittens so the tops didn't have to be taken off at breakfast, or during toilet visits at night. She had been chatting online to another eczema/allergy mum in Australia who designed her own sleeping bags for eczema, Bamboo Bubby. They decided to collaborate and do the PJs together.

Gail told us ‘It's been so lovely working with Kelly and having a business partner in Australia, even though we've never met. We both come from the same starting point - wanting to help children and families get a good night's sleep. The PJs have sold really well worldwide. It really does show me just how widespread eczema is and how many families are struggling with it around the globe’.

Why was Everything for Eczema set up?

Gail set up Everything For Eczema after her youngest daughter Tallulah had severe eczema from six months old. Gail spent weeks online trying find anything to help stop her scratching and help them get a good night's sleep. During this time, she came across lots of little companies that had been set up by parents of children with eczema and allergies who had designed and manufactured their own products simply because there was so little help available. These companies are based worldwide so Gail wanted to bring them all under one roof so there would only be one delivery charge, and to save parents the hours of searching that she had experienced.

Gail then started being contacted by adults who had been suffering from eczema since childhood. There was even less available for them. So, she decided to start by designing a new range of pyjamas for adults called SOOTHE. They are the same design as the ones that Callum's been trying out, just a lot bigger.

They proved to be a HUGE success and sold out really quickly, but fear not because Gail is in the process of getting some more made.

Everything for Eczema - super soft clothing for those with eczema! www.intolerantgourmand.com

What did Callum think?

From the get go, Callum was really excited by these pyjamas. It’s always hard to find comfortable sleepwear that won’t make him too hot. Any pyjamas we do buy, need to be long sleeved and trousers, to prevent him from scratching in his sleep. If any skin is exposed, he scratches it and it’s a totally involuntary process, he’s not even aware he’s doing it.

The pyjamas come in various colours, and sizes, making them suitable for all! Callum specifically chose a blue pair because that just so happens to be his favourite colour.

They are easy to wash, and don’t shrink after washing.

The most important part for me is that the softness remains, and they don’t bubble up – this is crucial for eczema sufferers as this can aggravate the skin and cause the itchy sensation to increase.

What did I think?

I am so impressed with what Gail has achieved and created. Like me, she saw a much-needed solution for a gap in the market and proactively sought to change it. I recommend these pyjamas to anyone who has eczema, particularly with eczema on the moderate to severe side. They really have helped Callum so much. He’s had a number of reactions during the time we’ve been testing them out, and the pyjamas have helped to stop his skin getting really bad.

**COMPETITION TIME**

Gail has very kindly offered one of our readers the chance to win a pair of pyjamas either for themselves or for their child.

All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning is to answer this simple question by commenting on this blog post:

QUESTION: What is your top tip when dealing with an eczema flare up?

HOW TO ENTER

  

Good luck!

Everything for Eczema - super soft clothing for those with eczema! www.intolerantgourmand.com

 Everything for Eczema - super soft clothing for those with eczema! www.intolerantgourmand.com

 

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0 # Sidrah Ahmed 2017-01-30 03:29
Keep your skin moisturised and apply cream and keep cool
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0 # Tracy Nixon 2017-01-30 06:47
Bathe in warm water and pat dry before apply moisturiser specically formulated for eczema
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0 # Sarah 2017-01-30 07:27
We try to keep on top of a flare straight away, using creams, wet wrapping & clinifast! Make them as comfortable as possible during the day, ready for a good nights sleep!
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0 # Sophie Grayling 2017-01-30 08:04
It sounds silly but it's to not scratch! Too many times I've given in and been left with bleeding legs and arms that turn scabby !
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0 # Kelly Knowles 2017-01-30 10:35
When we have a flare i bath with a moisturising soap, lather him in cream straight in to a all in one, always make sure his finger nails are short, when he was smaller put socks on his hand after her fell asleep to help too x
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0 # kim plant 2017-01-30 10:39
coconut oil is good x
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0 # kim jackson 2017-01-30 10:45
love this blog :D
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0 # Claire Nutman 2017-01-30 11:04
I actually use Sudocrem, it works so well.
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0 # Ali Thorpe 2017-01-30 11:51
I swear by aqueous cream as it's effective gentle and inexpensive.
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0 # Kim Neville 2017-01-30 12:49
My son has eczema and when he does have a flare up I always make sure we have all his creams ready to use and antihistamine medicine from the doctors to help with the itching. Soft clothes are a must so does not aggravate
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0 # Caroline H 2017-01-30 12:57
I have a bath (not too hot) that I've popped a little muslin bag of oats into. It really seems to take the itch out.
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0 # Julie Bellham 2017-01-30 14:19
Coconut oil seems to soothe my little one.
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0 # christine shelley 2017-01-30 16:06
My neice says to cover in E45
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0 # Sue Robinson 2017-01-30 16:25
My tip is to start treatment as soon as the skin gets itchy, don't wait for flakes. The earlier you catch it, the quicker it will clear up.
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0 # lynn heath 2017-01-30 17:58
I use coal tar soap on my daughters eczema when she flares up, it seems to help her stop scratching for a while.
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0 # Sarah Mackay 2017-01-30 19:00
My top tip would be an apple cider vinegar bath
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0 # Sarah Rees 2017-01-30 21:38
My daughter suffers behind her knees - we tried to keep her dry and cool. cotton sheets and no pj bottoms
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0 # Cassandra Mayers 2017-01-30 21:52
For my Daughter, I find that I need to not make a big deal about it, she is 2 and the more she see's it then the more she scratches.
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0 # carolyn heyworth 2017-01-30 22:06
Can't beat e45 for flare ups, puts the moisture back in the skin. Can even use for babies !!
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0 # Monica Gilbert 2017-01-30 22:54
My husband gets it on his wrists in the winter (and our daughter might be starting to). I make sure to have bar soap and dry towels for them. I also have moisturizing lotion and emollient creams to help relieve it.
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0 # Charlie Brunton 2017-01-30 23:54
Even though it's really hard, try not to scratch!
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0 # Katherine Lee 2017-01-31 05:10
aquaphor works really well in my experience!
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0 # Emma Eminoglu 2017-01-31 08:24
A nice cool bath usually helps us with an eczema flare up.
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0 # Jennifer morgan 2017-01-31 08:38
I find woth my son that reducing his baths as this only drys his skin more.
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0 # Richard Tyler 2017-01-31 14:41
Plenty of e45, sunlight & avoid sugar
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0 # Jodie A Harvey 2017-01-31 14:45
keep skin well moisturised from the outside and in! Drink plenty of water and get plenty of rest, the body heals while you sleep :) Most importantly NO SCRATCHING!
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0 # ADEINNE TONNER 2017-02-01 20:35
Using lots of moisturiser numerous times a day on your skin
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0 # leanne weir 2017-02-01 22:38
I swear by e45
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0 # Catherine 2017-02-01 22:43
E45 works wonders
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0 # Harline Parkin 2017-02-03 18:37
I use oilatum in the bath never soap it brilliant
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0 # Kim Styles 2017-02-03 19:21
bathing with emollient creams
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0 # Solange 2017-02-04 14:35
A bath and then lots of E45
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0 # Tara Bush 2017-02-04 22:24
E45 cream and loose clothing
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0 # lorraine polley 2017-02-05 06:55
i found aveeno moisturising cream worked for my grandson, i use it for my rosacea flare ups
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0 # Lindsay 2017-02-05 09:25
Don't be afraid to keep going back to your GP to try different creams. After an agonising few months for our little one, we found that on top of the flare ups he was reacting to the most commonly prescribed emollients such as cetreben and E45, making the itching and pain even worse. We have found Hydromol works best for him, along with specific steroids so keep trying until you find the right one for you.
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0 # Hannah 2017-02-05 10:46
My son has eczema flair ups after eating dairy. He is intollerant to dairy, so avoiding this keeps his skin clear most of the time.
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0 # Cat Culmer 2017-02-05 13:10
My little boy had eczema when he was younger and it was a nightmare. We'd thicken him in aqueous cream and try and go clothes free for a couple of hours
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0 # Laura Pritchard 2017-02-05 15:32
Keep the skin as cool as possible, just light sheets & a fan at night.
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0 # iain maciver 2017-02-05 15:56
bathing with emollient creams
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0 # pete c 2017-02-05 16:38
Dont scratch and use the appropriate treatments properly
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0 # aj 2017-02-05 18:50
avoiding sugar and using moisturiser cream
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0 # Dawn Adams 2017-02-05 19:13
A tepid bath in Dead Sea Salt then apply Aveeno, keeping the skin cool is most important. 8
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0 # Sarah Rowland 2017-02-05 20:23
WE USE e45 ON OUR SON AND TELL HIM NOT TO SCRATCH
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0 # Martina Pichova 2017-02-05 20:57
Don't bath them every day as it makes it worse and make sure they are completely dried afterwards.
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0 # claire woods 2017-02-05 21:21
lots of whichever cream works for you. There is one called QV Cream, which has been working for me.
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0 # Victoria Hemmings 2017-02-05 21:30
try not to scratch, pat dry, use creams to prevent or to stop
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0 # Yet Another Blogging 2017-02-05 23:33
Always use E45 although takes a couple of days to calm down
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0 # Natalie Thomason 2017-02-06 00:48
Act fast and cream the effected area .
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0 # Jennifer Haden 2017-02-06 08:31
keep the skin very moisturized as needed several times a day x
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0 # Debbie Henderson 2017-02-06 18:44
a nice emolient bath, E45 cream and cover the areas to minimise scratching x
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0 # Ruth Harwood 2017-02-07 09:17
Keep skin cool and moisturise x
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0 # Jo Carroll 2017-02-07 09:52
I've found that applying Cortisone lotion and cetaphil moisturizer helps incredibly.
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0 # Sam Goodwin 2017-02-08 10:22
Be consistent with cream application...once you stop it can come back, with a vengeance!!
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0 # Jenna Parrington 2017-02-08 11:23
A gentle bath with no products
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0 # Rai 2017-02-10 19:19
Keep skin cool and don't scratch at all.
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0 # Natalie Crossan 2017-02-10 23:46
Apply cream regularly x
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0 # claire griffiths 2017-02-11 15:18
my top tip is not to scratch
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0 # William Gould 2017-02-11 17:41
We find that E45 Intense Recovery Lotion works well on any skin related condition!
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0 # angela edmonds 2017-02-11 19:35
keep topping up the creams xx :-)
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0 # Lorraine Mabbitt 2017-02-11 21:29
Leave it exposed to the sun
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0 # Tee simpson 2017-02-12 10:10
A lukewarm bath then apply the creams
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0 # Conner j h 2017-02-12 11:13
E45 cream regularly
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0 # Katie head 2017-02-12 11:16
Whichhazel warm baths
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0 # Sam Rhodes 2017-02-12 17:02
The best thing we have tried for us is aveeno moisturiser, always clears up a bad flare!
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0 # Rebecca roberts 2017-02-12 20:20
An old sock full of portage oats in the bath it come out milkey let the child rub the sock on their skin a week of that and my daughter not had a flare up since
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0 # Jo Glasspool 2017-02-12 20:47
Use your chosen emollient on the affected area and try and keep it cool and free from clothes rubbing or irritating it.
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0 # Sarah Taylor-Ferguss 2017-02-12 23:16
After too many flareups recently caused my own eczema to get infected, needing antibiotics, my top tip for myself on that front is to use Dermol 500 rather than my other eczema moisturisers as this one prevents infection. I have had so many entirely sleepless nights over the past year where I have been awake scratching for up to five hours before finally dropping off, exhausted.
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0 # Margaret GALLAGHER 2017-02-12 23:23
Cream cream and more cream and lots of cuddles
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0 # olivia hinton 2017-02-12 23:27
baby sponges and no soaps etc
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0 # Victoria Prince 2017-02-13 10:19
Try and keep as much skin covered as possible to make it harder to scratch (as you've discovered!) and apply a cream regularly - it feels nice and cool as well as hopefully helping to heal.

I've had eczema since I was a baby so I do sympathise :(
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0 # Kimberley Ryan 2017-02-13 12:33
when my daughter has a flare up, I run a nice lukewarm bath with no products, then moisturise with Aveno, this is the only thing I have found that works really well.
I moisturise her daily and this seems to prevent many flare ups
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0 # Stacey McKernan 2017-02-13 18:15
A Luke warm bath with a pop sock/stocking filled with oatmeal or oats (I use a pop sock/stocking instead of muslin cloth) then I use Aveeno cream afterwards to soothe it more. Bathe with gentle products.
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0 # Katherine McDonald 2017-02-14 12:00
I found that Aveeno cream helps the most with the itching, and Lasinoh nipple cream is the best barrier cream/ moisturiser.
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0 # Rebecca Smith 2017-02-14 12:05
don't go overboard with products especially perfumed ones
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0 # dawn foster 2017-02-14 14:31
epiderm cream is fantastic, I add a little to their bath water as well as smothering them in it one they are out,its superb for hand washing as well :-)
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0 # Ema J Lowe 2017-02-14 16:11
always moisturise the affected area 3/4 times a day, I find this helps stop the outbreaks.
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0 # Dale Dow 2017-02-14 17:57
Coat and Cover - so at nighttime we put a thicker layer than usual over the flare up areas and then cover it loosely with a crepe bandage... the cream is absorbed more over night and speeds recovery of flare ups
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0 # Vicki Nicholls 2017-02-14 19:29
Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise. We use a heavy duty moisturiser and keep reapplying throughout the day....not just in flare areas, but all over.
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0 # Rachael Ashmore 2017-02-15 11:49
Porridge oats in the oats ❤
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0 # Rebecca Browne 2017-02-15 12:44
Stay calm,stress makes it worse :) x
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0 # Marie Clifton 2017-02-15 19:31
Apple cider vinegar, and coconut oil
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0 # Beky Austerberry 2017-02-15 19:44
I use oilatum in the bath - my skin loves it
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0 # Debby 2017-02-16 04:51
Some soothing coconut oil on the skin, lavender in an oil burner, and well-aired freshly laundered nightclothes and bedding after a warm bath.
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0 # Emma Wolski 2017-02-16 17:04
Aveeno cream really helps
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0 # Ashley Whitbread 2017-02-16 17:40
Porridge oats and try to stay calm as stress makes it worse
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0 # Keshia Esgate 2017-02-16 21:49
Keep as cool as possible and use lots of moisturiser
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0 # Jessica Mellor 2017-02-16 22:12
I haven't found anything that works during a flare up other than waiting it out :sad:
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0 # Emma Anderson 2017-02-16 22:42
My son gets bad eczema on the back of his knees and on his hands which can really affect his sleep. we've found sticking with natural fibres and keeping as cool as possible best, but its not easy in winter! Oh and sock hands, he wore socks on his hands to stop sleep scratching up till about 7, he would find a nice clean pair of cotton socks and happily wear them to bed!
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0 # Adele Knight 2017-02-16 23:18
A cool bath then put on some E45
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0 # Claire Tovey 2017-02-17 06:52
I've found what helps most is the avoid scratching as much as possible
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0 # Mary Baldwin 2017-02-17 07:09
Porridge oats in a cool bath and then cream while the skin is still damp so it's absorbed better.
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0 # A.E. ADKINS 2017-02-17 07:59
Pure aloe vera gel - stings a bit when it goes on but works a treat at cooling down
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0 # janine atkin 2017-02-17 08:37
moisturise and dont scratch
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0 # meryl thomas 2017-02-17 11:25
Keep the skin moisturised with a perfume free cream, and try not to scratch - easier said than done
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0 # Susn B 2017-02-17 12:23
Lashings of E45 cream for starters and sometimes, a chat with the pharmacist.
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0 # Johanne Currie 2017-02-17 15:11
Bath in oats
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0 # Andrew C Hindley 2017-02-17 17:22
E45 all over
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0 # Clare Hubbard 2017-02-17 20:17
I've had it bad my whole life and I could throttle anyone who says don't scratch, I just can't stop! I have no cure, but staying moisturised helps and avoiding stress or uncomfortable heat.
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0 # Maddy 2017-02-17 21:02
Put some porridge oats in a sock and tie to the tap as you run their bath.
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0 # Diana 2017-02-17 22:21
Good moisturising
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0 # Em S 2017-02-17 22:22
Food grade coconut oil to keep the skin soft and moisturised.
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0 # Ls 2017-02-17 22:46
I have found coconut oil amazing to deal with flare ups on myself and my daughter
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0 # Pete 2017-02-17 23:14
We tried some 99% Aloe Vera gel on angry skin and it was really effective. Apparently when it was kept in the fridge it was even more soothing
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0 # Natalie Thomason 2017-02-18 00:15
Find out if any foods washing powder etc are implicated x
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0 # Emma Louise Elliott 2017-02-18 09:03
I use oilatum on my baby girl both in the bath and by using cream
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0 # Maureen M 2017-02-18 10:57
Act quickly-eumovate if necessary - and find an emollient cream that doesn't itch.
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0 # Sarah Fielding 2017-02-18 11:39
E45 cream is always good to have around! Definitely helps!
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0 # paula cheadle 2017-02-18 12:26
try not to scratch, put the creams on straight away, after having a bath. when going to bed put on a thin pair of gloves made of cotton, it is harder to scratch when you have these on
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0 # Helen Metcalfe 2017-02-18 12:30
A lukewarm bath to help take the heat out but dont stay in too long. And of course moisturize.
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0 # Kate Grogan 2017-02-18 16:13
I try to keep cool and have lukewarm showers. Coconut oil usually helps to moisturise provided I've caught it early.
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0 # steph lovatt 2017-02-18 17:06
keep the skin moisturised
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0 # Shannon Mostert 2017-02-18 17:34
Oil arum in the bath and e45 cream afterwards. We also use non bio washing powder and sensitive fabric conditioner to prevent any irritants on their skin
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0 # Emily Slough 2017-02-18 18:06
My eldest suffers really badly with eczema and sensitive skin. I really struggle to keep on top of it because the slightest change can upset it and make him itchy and he will scratch until he bleeds. We use Oilatum Junior cream every single night before bed which does seem to keep it at bay, but it would be great to have some bamboo PJs for him as often the itchiness does seem to flare up at night, especially when he gets warm! Bamboo is a gorgeous material! My smallest had a bamboo sleepsuit I wish it still fit him!
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0 # Kyomi Johnson 2017-02-18 19:20
Moisturise all the time and try not to scratch
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0 # Joanne Hutchings 2017-02-18 19:35
A warm oatmeal bath can help to soothe itching.
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0 # fionajk42 2017-02-18 20:06
put cream on at bedtime every single night, don't wait until skin is itchy to use the cream.
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0 # lauren porter 2017-02-18 20:23
Use Epiderm as shower gel :lol:
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0 # Tasha 2017-02-18 20:46
Aloe Vera works brilliantly and soothes sore skin and hydrates it
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0 # Adrian Bold 2017-02-18 22:49
I actually use Sudocrem, it works very well for us. Also moisturising and keeping trouble areas covered.
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0 # Tammy Stevenson 2017-02-18 22:58
For me the best way to get relief in the short term is applying a cold compress to the area. For long term relief and help with healing I use various types of cream
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0 # claire little 2017-02-19 01:38
use coconut oil
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0 # fern blackmore 2017-02-19 09:31
cream, cream and more cream. In the bath, under socks & gloves, if she gets really bad she goes to bed with no pj's on to help keep her cool, she also doesnt have a proper duvet as she sweats too much making her eczema worse.
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0 # Hayley Todd 2017-02-19 10:19
Our daughter has severe eczema. My top tip is to have a very short bath or shower at bathtime, instead of maybe a longer soak or playtime in the bath, and we use a specialised emollient based body wash. We do not use bubble bath in her bath as this only makes her eczema worse. We also cover her from head to toe in a specialised emollient cream at least twice a day. We have also found that a humidifier in her bedroom helps as dry air can be a huge factor in making eczema worse.
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0 # Lynette Heagin 2017-02-19 10:23
Moisturise
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0 # Jemma Dwyer 2017-02-19 12:21
lots of E45 :D
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0 # Oksana Fitzgerald 2017-02-19 12:38
Protect your skin and always keep it moist
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0 # samantha buntain 2017-02-19 13:18
Cool bath, lots of cream
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0 # Katy Malkin 2017-02-19 14:32
Keep kids distracted and don't let them scratch if possible! Keep them in loose clothing and bathe in emolients.
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0 # Jamie C Millard 2017-02-19 14:58
ice packs to cool irritation and prevent scratching
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0 # KARL BOROWY 2017-02-19 15:19
organic foods
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0 # Pauline Burroughs 2017-02-19 15:39
Aveeno moisturising cream is really good
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0 # Julie Davey 2017-02-19 17:58
E45 is fantastic for flare ups
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0 # Carly Belsey 2017-02-19 19:53
A bath in Aveeno, then lots of Aveeno cream smothered all over to keep from skin drying out more
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0 # Maria Jane Knight 2017-02-19 20:11
Keeping cool and avoiding dairy
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0 # Deborah Mackenzie 2017-02-19 20:14
Keeping the skin moisturised and if the skin appears to be starting to get worse, make sure that you tackle it straight away with a cream from the pharmacist/doctor.
But, also I have found that letting the skin breath helps, and drying properly after washing. Also use a gentle soap, and for children make sure that any bubbles etc are kind to skin.
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0 # Kristy Brown 2017-02-19 20:27
I find a cool bath with magnesium flakes helps mine!
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0 # Jayne Townson 2017-02-19 21:15
I always use cream on my son when he has eczema.
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0 # Leanne Perrett 2017-02-19 22:31
moisturise and try to avoid scratching
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