5 Products To Treat Eczema For The Whole Family – Essence

Growing up, when it came to skin issues, I was relatively lucky. With the exception of dandruff, the skin on my body stayed in good condition as long as I kept it moisturized, of course. But for a few of my siblings, eczema was a major issue. My older sister and brother dealt with intensely dry skin. Inevitably, the skin on their back and around their faces began to show up in severely discolored patches, different shades of brown.

I didnt ask many questions about it or think much of their eczema issues until I became a mom and saw the way my sons skin was affected by the condition (and noticed my own skin mildly starting to change colors and get patches). He started with a deep brown complexion, but after his skin went through a period of severe inflammation, it went from patches of different dull browns to a light brown. These days, hes about three different shades of brown all over (darkest on his legs and the sides of his arms), but with the right products, weve been able to significantly lessen the irritation, restore the softness of his skin, and even out the skin on his face.

More and more brands have rolled out products to provide support to people of all ages who suffer with eczema. Aveeno has even gone as far as to launch a campaign, #Skinvisibility, to bring specific attention to skin health inequities for Black women, men and children. The aim is to help 100,000 eczema sufferers, including many who may not realize they have the skin condition, find some comfort over the next six months. This will be done by providing access to Aveenos educational tools, resources and more through their Eczema in Skin of Color digital hub.

This campaign was brought to life this month because October is Eczema Awareness Month. If youre part of the 31 million Americans who have the condition, ESSENCE has rounded up a short list of products from brands like Aveeno that provide relief for the whole family.

Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Soothing Bath Treatment

A beloved eczema treatment, it comes with eight single packets to pour in the bath with your baby. Made with 100 percent natural colloidal oatmeal and free from fragrance, the resulting milky bath stops the irritation associated with eczema, as well as insect bites, poison ivy and more.

Beurre Shea Butter Body Cream

The brands body cream is full of anti-inflammatories, from calendula to chamomile and comfrey alongside favorite skin moisturizers like shea butter and grapeseed oil. It works wonders not only on eczema, but also psoriasis.

Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Unscented Lotion

This lotion has been awarded the National Eczema Seal of Acceptance, so you know it means business. It locks in moisture with help from Vaseline Jelly microdroplets, helping to heal dry skin.

Alaffia Africas Secret Multi-Use Balm

Made with a blend of fair trade unrefined shea butter, coconut oil, propolis, African wild honey and more, this head-to-toe balm helps to provide relief for the itchy, dry skin related to eczema.

Baby Dove Eczema Care Soothing Care

With colloidal oatmeal at the forefront of its ingredients, this soothing cream prides itself on providing instant relief for the skin little ones are in.

TOPICS: baby products eczema health and wellness

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