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But getting a flare-up on yourfaceis on another level entirely.
Amrita Morino
(Totally valid!)
But you might need to rethink yourskin care routineand try a few different strategies and medications to find relief.
Heres what to know.
Start by trying an OTC face cream.
No part of your face is safe from eczemas itchy wrath.
Ideally, your products should also be fragrance-free, Dr. Gelfand says.
Basically, the fewer ingredients in your products, the better.
Which brings us to….
Make your routine more eczema-friendly.
When you have eczema, yourskin barrier(a.k.a.
Those can be more challenging to pinpoint.
Consider any skin products or laundry detergent you started using or perfumes you applied.
Avoiding fragrance has been a big thing, she says.
All of my skin care products are fragrance-free.
Shes also noticed a link between what she eatsespecially dairyand her flare-ups.
Im not giving up ice cream and cheese because I love it.
But I cant overdo it.
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The world is a challenging place, so being told to just relax can be infuriating.
Thats because stress and exhaustion can be big triggers.
Stay up all night and get sleep-deprived; your eczema will flare.
This comes as no surprise to Sellers.
When Im stressed out, I have a flare-up, she says.
Sellers says she works out regularly and reads to ward off her symptoms.
I just venture to have me time so I can decompress.
One simple way to do that is by doing something called progressive muscle relaxation.
To give it a try, find a quiet place to sit or lie down.
Coming into contact with common allergenslike certain preservatives and adhesivescan mess with your skin if youre sensitive to them.
Each potential allergen is placed on your skin and covered for a few days.
If you have a reaction that tells your doctor you have an allergy.
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And if all else fails, ask your doctor about prescription medication.
The skin there is also thinner than, say, whats on your elbows.
Since some medications can cause additional thinning, they arent great options for your face.
These kinds of factors can influence the jot down and strength of the medication your doctor recommends.
Here are some options that may be available to you.
A good approach: Start by changing your skin care routine and updating your facial products.
