How I Deal With Eczema

Hello there!

If you read my last post, you'll know I am currently recovering from a severe case of hives because of an allergic reaction, and I am having a really bad case of dry skin. I normally have eczema, and although it's not a very glamorous thing to talk about, I thought I would share some of the products I like to use to combat dry, angry skin, as I think a lot of people suffer from it. I have used a wide range of products, so here are a few that I have found actually work!

For everyday use, I'm pretty lazy when it comes to moisturising, so I love products that soak in fast. I have found that the Kenkay Skin Relief Sorbolene has been the fastest drying sorbolene I have ever used, and is hydrating for a reasonable amount of time. I use this on my face before applying makeup as it works best for me and also before bed and after showers. It's a nice, cheap way to properly hydrate my skin, because when it comes to having eczema, I find that the products you might think are boring or basic are usually the best. On occasion, I like to use the Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion, I find it doesn't dry as fast and it doesn't work as well when I put makeup on top, so it's good for when my skin is on the drier side. I don't think one product is better than the other, so I usually just chop and change between the two.

I love scented body wash just as much as the next person, but I think the QV Gentle Wash actually does my skin some good whilst cleaning it. It's understandable to want to buy scented body washes, but sacrificing having a nice smell for a while in the shower for a product that actually moisturises is a better option, and plus it doesn't clash with your perfume!

I've mentioned the Avene Eau Thermale Thermal Spring Water before, and I've used it a lot during my allergic reaction, and I find it so handy. It helps a lot when your skin is a little too dry to have foundation on, as it helps the product blend, and it's great for throughout the day when your face is drying up a bit and starting to cake, you can spray it on top of makeup and I find it doesn't smudge it. It doesn't make my skin itchy or flare up and it's easy and fast to use.

For times when my skin is freaking out and needs a huge amount of hydration, especially if it's itchy or peeling from dryness, I use the QV flare up range. I especially love the Bath Oil, as it leaves an oily residue on your skin so you don't have to moisturise after you have a bath. I would recommend having a bath with this before bed because of the residue. With the Cream, I wouldn't recommend putting this on large areas of skin, as it takes a long time to dry and if it's hot and you're wearing clothes, you'll start to feel uncomfortable pretty quickly. I think it's good for small, very dry patches. It can make you itchy if you get too hot.

So there you go guys! I hope I didn't confuse you all or just talk nonsense. We all suffer from some form of dry skin at some point, so I hope you can have these products in mind when dryness hits. Remember that even though these products might seem boring or even medicinal, they will be doing your skin some good as oppose to fun looking scented products.

Also, a little update! I now have links to some social stuff and my Etsy shop in the side bar, you should have a little browse!

Au Revoir!

Zoe.x