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After receiving numerous queries regarding eczema, I am now dedicating a page to Eczema. Please take the following notes as in the spirit it is intended. I am not a Qualified Dermatologist or Doctor. I can only speak from my own personal Eczema experience. If you have not yet consulted with your own Doctor about a skin condition that is currently affecting you, I would strongly advise that you seek his or her advice before trying other avenues. For example, your skin condition/eczema may be a symptom of some other underlying condition. Over the years my tolerance to my skin sensitivities has decreased considerably, which in turn has led to extreme aggressive bouts of eczema. But, within the last year I have found that by being disciplined and following the below steps has helped me to cope with my very dry skin/Eczema condition. A big thank you to my husband, Nick, who helped me with words of encouragement and support – and also for helping me to program this wonderful site, whereby hopefully, other like-minded individuals will find relief in the beautiful products we support.

Some helpful tips for Eczema:

1. If you are currently experiencing infected eczema, treat your eczema with the steroid treatment prescribed to you by your Doctor. Desperation usually gets the better of us in the end (it did with me). I tried many alternative remedies, but the only sure way forward was medical intervention. But saying that, it’s one thing getting rid of eczema temporarily, but being rid of it for good was another matter entirely. Hence, my aim was to use the steroid treatment cream for the last and final time! When your skin is inflamed, itching and bleeding, steroids seem to be the only hope and relief on offer for eczema these days.

2. Once the infection has cleared up (bleeding/weeping and general ‘rawness’) heavily moisturise your skin with natural skincare (after cleansing your skin). Keep moisturising even if large clumps of skin fall off. Constantly reapply creams/butters as eczema areas begin to dry. It is best to use products containing plenty of Essential Fatty Acids, for example body butters etc. Note: If you use any new products on your skin whilst it is in an inflamed or in an infectious state, it may create new sensitivities for you, regardless of whether the products are natural or otherwise (more specifically products containing more essential oils and herbal extracts – it is best to opt for a more basic ingredient cream/butter). Whilst constantly applying heavy thick butters to your skin, you may want to wear some old clothes for a while; the aim here is to keep your skin at optimum moisture levels. Your good clothes will become spoilt. This part of the process took me about half a week to complete. I was at the time signed off sick from work, so, back then I could take every day as it came. This is an important fact to mention, if you have worries about your work, book a couple of weeks off, so that you can focus on healing your eczema. Perhaps you have a hectic family life; maybe some kind caring individual could baby-sit for a while? There is nothing worse than worries flying around your mind. Worrying, just made my eczema states more aggressive.

3. Are you still having trouble in trying to stop the itch? This is why eczema keeps coming back/becomes re-infected, it’s that unbearable urge to rip your skin off, that unbearable burning itch that you just can’t leave alone. Whilst at the stage of heavily moisturising your flaky skin, try hay fever tablets (please check with your Doctor first). When the skin starts to peel in clumps it can feel like a heavy sticky clay cracking facemask, and that can keep the itch going. The hay fever tablets were excellent for ridding the horrible urge to scratch. They worked (for me), because after the initial 7/8 hours were complete the urge to scratch came back. I must say that the only hay fever tablets that stopped the itching was Benedryl Plus. I tried the normal Benedryl, but experienced no itch relief. But please do check with your Doctor before taking hay fever tablets as they may affect whatever condition may be underlying the Eczema (if there is one). Even though the eczema itch may have stopped, keep topping up your moisture levels, this is vital. Only stop moisturising when you have stopped the hay fever medication course and your skin no longer itches without the aid of hay fever medication. However, do keep your former eczema skin well moisturised. The paranoia of eczema returning does get better, eventually, and the day that you can leave your skin free of any lotions and potions is very liberating indeed!

4. A little sunlight was very beneficial for eczema. After heavily moisturising the very dry and flaky skin (with no infection) I sat in the garden for about 10 minutes, after 3:45pm, to avoid burning. Of course, if weather permitting. Sunlight is needed for our skin to formulate Vitamin D.

5. Have you heard of Essential Fatty Acids? These are thought to be precursors for the hormones that look after your skin and reproductive systems. They can also assist in regulating hormone fluctuations. Unfortunately, by the time you’ve noticed that you do lack EFAs, it can take up to 6 months to get your levels back to normal. Hair and skin are always the first to be compromised when your system is running below normal. Whilst trying to increase your EFAs by eating the correct foods (avocados, nuts & seeds – Hemp being the best source) it might also be a good idea to take supplements for increased effectiveness? Such as Vitamin C (Ester C), Magnesium, Zinc and Vitamin B Complex. I found that these were excellent for trying to assist skin disorders. PLEASE NOTE: Essential Fatty Acid Oils should be COLD PRESSED only. Do not purchase anything but. I personally switched brand earlier this year and bought by mistake an Oil that was NOT COLD-PRESSED. The quality is inferior as all the goodness and nutrition has been killed off by excess heat!!!! My skin started to become more sensitised and reacted. I switched back to COLD-PRESSED and noticed almost an immediate difference with my skin health).

6. NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED! Well, at least until you have the Eczema under control. I personally found that when I drank alcohol, this made the itching burn so much worse. This is due to the alcohol leaching precious nutrients from your body.

7. Eat plenty of ‘rainbow food’, these are vegetables and fruits of all colours, this will ensure that you ingest all the beneficial enzymes available for your bodily functions, best to make them Organic too.

8. Ensure that you receive plenty of rest, sleep is a wonderful rejuvenator; perhaps skip those nights out until you have the Eczema fully under control?

9. SOAP – only use soap that is handmade – with plenty of natural vegetable glycerine, a good oily/fatted soap is best. Avoid Sodium Lauryl Sulphates at all costs. This is a known skin sensitiser/irritant which is found in most, if not all commercial mainstream products. When using SLS on your skin (and backed up through my own personal experience) the natural acid mantle can be seriously disrupted. Of course it does depend on how much SLS is in a product, avoid commercial bubble baths, they WILL strip your natural oils, as they do tend to contain more SLS than say for example, a shampoo. Skin needs to retain a nice natural water resistant base to defend itself from invading microbes, etc. The sebum and sweat combine nicely to form this healthy acid mantle (which is also a mild anti-bactericide too). Hence, more sensitive skins will be prone to the chance of experiencing skin disorders/problems when using SLS products, such as eczema. Unfortunately, for some, the need to remove all trace of natural oil from the skin whilst showering and bathing is the only way one feels clean. Over washing can seriously damage your skin. Since using less harsh detergents my skin’s ability to heal itself has become far more efficient. Also avoiding products with petro-chemical derived emollients has also resulted in far fewer rashes & spots. Using harsh detergents means that the skin has to over compensate from an offensive attack. The skin starts to produce more and more oil (sebum) as a form of protection. Pores can become clogged and infected, resulting in spots for some. For me, the balance was constantly being tipped up until I stopped stripping my skin’s natural defence and plastering it with cling-film type petrochemical skincare. Of course, when choosing natural skincare, you still need to be aware that all base oils have differing characteristics; some are more suited to mature/dry skins whereas other base oils are more suited to more sensitive/combination type skins. But saying that, all the products on this site specify the skin type it was created for. If your skin suffers with excess oil (and is not sensitive) this skincare might help? But, do watch your skin in this respect, as oily over-production is a sure sign of an imbalance, which could lead to sensitivities for the future.

10. After moisturising your skin heavily, whether with natural or otherwise, your skin can become clogged, especially after using so many body butters, etc. Your skin needs to breathe. Too much on your skin can also lead to that hot burning eczema itch. You now need to achieve a nice balance between using moisturisers/creams/oils/butters and a very mild and gentle soap at bath/shower time. When the eczema is at it’s most intense, a bath is the last thing you want. Perhaps showering might be a good option? Don’t soak the affected skin for longer than is necessary. Simply Soaps Calendula & Lavender is an excellent bar of soap, it can help to achieve this balance. Very mild and effective for clearing the excess oily build-up whilst respecting my natural pH balance/acid mantle. But since my own Eczema experience, we have introduced many more wonderful/skin nourishing soaps.

11. There is nothing better when you have been suffering eczema for long periods of time, to finally have a wonderful exfoliating session when your eczema is finally under control! I can now exfoliate my skin on a regular basis, about once a week is right for me. I would only suggest trying to exfoliate once your skin has gone back to normal – ensuring that about a month has passed with a good track record of healthy skin even before attempting to exfoliate. Once you have finished exfoliating, ensure that you seal the fresh bare layers of skin with a natural good moisturising lotion/cream/oil containing plenty of Essential Fatty Acids, to ensure you nourish and protect your skin.

12. Exercise on a regular basis and keep drinking plenty of water. The constant flow of fresh new liquid releases toxins from your system, sluggish lymph is able to move along far more efficiently when you exercise. Both will enable you to experience far more balance within your system.

13. Look into the type of detergent you use to wash your clothes, washing powders/liquids are usually the main source of skin discomfort/increase of eczema episodes.

14. I know it’s easier said than done, but do try and take some time to relax. I found that yoga & meditating was an excellent aid in helping me keep calm in times of stress.

My main eczema skin allergy triggers are Petroleum & SLS based products. These ingredients can be found in perfume/fragrances, and in most, if not all mainstream skincare and hair care products. The affects of petro-chemical derived ingredients suffocate the sensitive skin’s ability to breathe; the petro-chemical based skincare acts like a cling-film wrap, this is the best way to describe the skin’s inability to breathe. Hence, the skin becomes hot and itchy, and can then lead to eczema.

Of course, everyone’s triggers are most certainly different. Some triggers are from natural products, such as Vitamin E and essential oils.

I wish you luck in trying to overcome your skin condition.

Have you pored (no pun intended, really) over the magazines and online gossip rags, looking at the pictures of beautiful actresses, wishing you could have skin that seems to emanate a glow from within, and reflects the light just right so that it almost looks as though she has an aura about her?

Well, there are several tips and tricks you can use in your skin care regimen as well as your makeup application routine that can help you achieve this exact look without paying big bucks at the dermatologist for weekly facials, acid peels or microdermabrasion sessions and the like.

You will see that there are, as follows shortly, several ways you can use your makeup application techniques as well as the makeup you apply to your face itself as a tool to getting yourself one step closer to that coveted luminous, fresh look.

The first tip is to use a cleanser that preferably has Vitamin C or some other sort of exfoliating and brightening ingredient in it. Other examples of exfoliating or brightening ingredients would be perhaps pomegranate seed, grape seed, alpha lipoic acid, a light alpha hydroxy acid if you are not too sensitive to these fruit acids, or even salicylic acid, which is in fact an exfoliating as well as brightening agent.

Basically, when buying a cleanser for the face, look for one that proclaims it is non-drying, yet contains some of these examples of light exfoliating ingredients that also contain some sort of a mild acid for exfoliating, which also helps to polish and brighten the skin at the same time. If you start your “slate” off right, then it can make all the difference when you apply your other techniques to make your skin glow later on.

It’s important not to get a cleanser that is too drying, or one that is filled with too many oils, because you want just the right balance to give you a glow, but not saturate your skin with too much surface oil so that your foundation seems to lay on top of the skin instead of blend into it as one.

Once you are done cleansing, thoroughly dry the face off by patting it gently with a towel. My next favorite thing to apply for maximum glow and that earthy, dewy natural look is a serum of some sort that also contains a gentle fruit acid, such as Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, which is also firming, or any other fruit or exfoliating acid.

This does not have to be the main ingredient, but you can look for serums that specify they are “brightening” or “illuminating”, as this usually indicates it has the right ingredients for the effect we’re going for.

I apply a thin layer of serum to the whole face, let it dry, then apply my normal moisturizing lotion with SPF over that and let that completely sink in as well before the other steps come into play.

Next to come is your foundation. Be sure to choose a shade of foundation that is not too dark, nor too light. You should hold the bottle up to your face and even test it out if you’re at a makeup counter where they allow you to test the colors right there to make sure that it suits your skin tone. I prefer the warmer shades, such as a warm ivory or bisque color rather than the shades with red undertones, which can lead to a ruddy look, or make a ruddy complexion look a bit more severe.

The fourth step in creating a luminous look is to either find an illuminating cream which is almost a sheer tint, or to mix a good moisturizer with fruit based acid or other illuminating ingredients, some may find even soy works for them, right with your foundation.

What I do is actually take my foundation, just a dot no bigger than the diameter of a dime, and put it on a sponge applicator makeup pad made especially for applying foundation, and then I add a couple of small squirts of my illuminating cream on top of it, and blend it all together in circular motions on my face until it is well blended into the hair line and along my jaw line as well.

If you’re unsure of what type of illuminating cream to buy, there are a few good ones made by common drugstore brands, and also as I understand it, there are some new ones that can be purchased at major cosmetic retail outlets if you ask for help. Just refer to what you are looking for as a sheer tinted illuminating cream, and they should be able to direct you to one or a few choices. All an illuminating cream does is to reflect the light and bend it in such a way that your face actually looks like it is in a softer light all it’s own.

Now that we’ve gone over the steps to getting a dewy complexion, let’s talk about getting into maintenance mode to make sure your skin stays in the best shape to create the best surface to create this look all of the time. Start off by making sure you exfoliate your facial skin well at least once, if not twice a week. One good pointer I’ve heard for women who like to make their own concoction is to mix sugar with a few drops of fresh lemon juice to get a fresh glow for little money.

There are even many good home microdermabrasion kits out there that help to exfoliate for a fraction of the cost of professional in-office services. Also, you may want to try an at-home do it yourself acid peel. There are some great gentle ones out there now that can be applied weekly that helps slough off the surface skin cells to reveal new, and yes, more radiant and glowing skin just below those dull ones that are ready to be swept away.

If you follow a careful skin care regimen and also apply the makeup techniques discussed here, you are sure to keep people staring at your gorgeous skin and asking what you did to get it for years to come!

If you are looking for treatment for your damaged hair that has been troubling you, all you may need is a return to the basics. A few minutes spent every day in caring for your hair, a slightly different lifestyle and using natural products may make more of a difference in returning your hair to its healthy best than you thought possible. Whatever you may have thought of her as a teenager, the tips your mother gave you are still as valid today as they were then. Read on to learn simple things to improve your damaged hair.

Keep those Chemicals away: Reduce the use of chemicals as far as you can. Artificial colors, synthetic shampoos, imitation dyes are all very harmful for your hair and may lead you to premature grey hair. Use the correct shampoo for your type of hair, and try to use nature based products for the best results. Alternatively, pull out that recipe book from the attic and use some of the home-products for hair care, for a cheap and efficient cure for your damaged hair.

Keep them Nourished: In their eagerness to have flowing locks, most girls forget to give the hair their due nourishment. Hair is like other parts of your body, it also needs nutrition. The best nutrition possible is a healthy and balanced diet, and avoidance of fast foods like French fries. For local nourishment, use a good massage of hot oil at least once a week to keep your hair in shape. The oil gets absorbed in the scalp and passes on the hair through the roots. Olive oil is considered to be the best, followed closely by almond oil and coconut oil.

Drink Plenty of Water: You may have been sick of your grandmother telling you to drink more water all the time, but the fact of the matter is that her advice still holds true. The human body is composed mostly of water, and so are the cells of your hair. Like your skin, your hair also needs lots of water to remain supple and pliant.

Wash it down: Had a typical bad hair day? Never mind. Massage you hair with good hair oil and leave it on for at least an hour to let the roots soak it in. Follow it up with a warm water shower with a mild shampoo to get your hair back in shape. Use a good conditioner to reduce the harsh impact of the cleansing, and let the hair dry naturally (driers are bad for your hair). Avoid using any chemicals or hair styling gels for a couple of days to let your hair regain its strength. Voila! Your hair is back to normal!

Choose good Hair Accessories: Quality always counts. You may have saved a few pennies by buying a cheap brush, but the damage it will cause to your hair is likely to cost you a packet at the hair restoration clinic. Go for quality hair accessories like shampoos, conditioners, colors, brushes, oils and the like. Natural products are always better for your hair, and their use will avoid your being troubled by such minor irritants as dandruff and hair loss .

It wasn’t that difficult after all, was it? Some changes in the products you use, and the way you use them, could make the difference between your having a mop of the best hair anyone could dream of, and continuing those never-ending visits to the hair restoration clinic.

Best of luck with your new-found confidence!

The first attitude is that in classify to have great looking hair on the outside, you need to ensure you take care of your health on the inside. The typical hair and hair follicles of those of African descent are tightly curled, thus producing hair that spirals. Sometimes it seems that maintaining black hair styles is a constant battle against frizz, dryness, and hair tangles. But today’s Black Hairstyles have increased in beautiful design and variety thanks to new formulations in black hair products allowing hair to maintain strength, reduce breakage and maintain moisture. Black hair is very challenging to condition and care for because it is very textured and curly and this happens most of the times with the majority of women. No substance whether or not whether your preferred black hair style is braided, curly, locks, sleek and straight, short and funky or twisted and intricate, there are a few things that you should consider before deciding on what black hair style to choose for your next do.

Black hair style fundamentals Long, short, and wavy hairstyles have pushed their way to “center stage” with increased functionality and beauty. Another characteristic of black hair is that it is uneven in diameter. Neither the fiber diameter nor the cuticle diameter is the same all through its length. Because of this characteristic structure and coiling structure the hair has many fragile points. Natural black hair care involves several things like diet and nutrition, the administration of vitamin supplements, and special combing, washing and drying. Black hair care tips help in preventing some damage to which it is naturally susceptible. Always use a wide-toothed Afro comb. Combing helps spread the natural oil through the hair, making it look shinier and healthier. Try to avoid the use of heat treatments, chemical relaxers or hot hair drying of your hair.

Natural black hair care also requires that you avoid hair extensions relying on glue and heat just as much as you should stay away from products that “freeze” the hair and make it stiff so that it can remain into place. Finally, extra oily substances are not to be used on the scalp if you really take natural black hair care seriously. Whatever is oily and oily will smother the follicles on the scalp and in time this can be responsible for hair loss. The water is good for your hair and locking process, so this is not a problem. Have a skilled professional or a friend re-twists the hair gently, reapplying the twist gel or beeswax that you used previously. Now that you know what types of black hair styles to choose to make you look your best, the only limits are your imagination and your stylist’s creativity.

Healthy-looking, shiny hair depends on several factors.

Healthy Diet

Our diet is a major factor when considering the health of our hair, as well as our health in general.

A healthy diet containing plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables will keep your body healthy as well as your hair.

It’s important to take a multivitamin and mineral supplement every day if you want your hair and body to stay in tip top condition. This is because the soil we use to grow crops is now so depleted of minerals that it is necessary to take extra vitamin supplements to make sure we are getting all our necessary nutrients.

Drinking at least 8 glasses of fresh water every day is important to our health ( and therefore our hair ) in order to keep ourselves properly hydrated.

Natural Shampoo and Conditioner

The type of shampoo and conditioner we use is another important factor regarding the health of our hair.

So many shampoos today contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or sodium laureth sulfate (SLES). Sodium lauryl sulfate is a harsh detergent which is used in many shampoos . It can cause skin irritation and is extremely harsh to the hair because it strips the hair’s natural oils.

This can leave the hair dry, frizzy, tangled and unmanageable. This is where the need for conditioners comes in. We dry out our hair every time we wash it, so we have to replace the moisture that is lost during the washing process. Conditioners are necessary because of the harsh chemicals in shampoos. If your hair is dry or frizzy, you may want to check to see what’s in your shampoo.

I recommend only washing your hair with 100% natural shampoo and you should notice the difference with the first wash! Because natural shampoos don’t contain any harsh ingredients, they gently cleanse the hair without drying it out.

You may find that a conditioner is no longer necessary. If you choose to use conditioner make sure it is 100% natural conditioner.

There are many so-called ‘natural’ products on the market now, but be sure that the one you buy is all-natural. Read the ingredient list, as a lot of products are marketed as natural, but they may only contain a small percentage of pure, natural ingredients. If it’s all natural, that’s the one to buy.

Natural Hair Styling Products

If you use hair styling products, be sure to use only natural hair styling products, as many styling products on the market today contain drying ingredients which add to the problem of dry, frizzy hair. Natural hair styling products can enhance the condition of the hair as they style, as they are full of natural, nourishing ingredients.

Wash Hair No More Than Once A Week

Back in the 1970’s many people, both men and women, had long, glossy, healthy-looking hair.

I believe the main reason for this is because back then, people didn’t wash their hair as often as they do today. We have become obsessed about washing today, especially in the western world. Our hair and skin are not designed to be washed with detergent based cleansers every day.

I recommend only washing your hair once a week with a gentle, natural shampoo and conditioner. If you feel that you can’t leave it that long between washes, just rinse it through with warm water to freshen it up.

It’s interesting how many women now have to rely on long hair extensions because their hair just won’t grow fast enough. Overwashing hair with chemical-filled shampoos may well be the reason, as SLS is known to corrode the hair follicle and impair it’s ability to grow hair.

So here is the simple formula for healthy-looking, glossy hair :

Eat a healthy diet full of fresh fruit and vegetables

Drink plenty of water.

Take a multivitamin and multimineral every day.

Use only 100% natural shampoo and conditioner.

Use only natural hair styling products.

Wash hair no more than once a week with natural shampoo and conditioner.

Follow these steps and I am sure you will soon have gorgeously glossy, healthy looking hair