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That includes being mindful about your body wash, dermatologists advise.
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Colloidal oatmeal, which is known to soothe irritation, is another all-star for eczema, she says.
The number one ingredient you shouldavoidis fragrance.
They smell good, but they can cause even further irritation and redness.
No, thank you.
But actually, its okay to use different formulas, Dr. Weinstein Velez says.
How often should you use a body wash for eczema?
The longer youre in water, the more moisture your skin might lose, she adds.
Dr. Gohara points out that this wash is also infused withniacinamideto calm irritation and shea butter to deeply moisturize.
Long-lasting hydration and reduced eczema symptoms, she says.
Anti-inflammatoryvitamin Eand nourishing vitamin B5 are also in the mix to calm your flare-ups down.
Its unscented, super gentle, and satisfyingly easy to lather up in the shower.
Its also pretty long-lastingIm always surprised to see how long it takes me to go through a full bar.
Dr. Weinstein Velez recommends this over bath bombs or salts that can irritate your skin.
Pro tip: Be careful getting in and outthe oil can make your tub slippery, she says.
It keeps it simple when you have a multistepskin care routine.
This one from CeraVe is gentle enough to fit the bill.
In addition to ceramides, it has these omega oils that help hydrate the skin while cleansing.
Dr. Weinstein Velez and Dr. Vasile both recommend it, saying that it contains oats to calm your skin.
One former SELF editor says it calmed [her] skin right down when it was feeling particularly irritated.
Its developed by a dermatologist and it helps replenish the skin microbiome, she says.
The fragrance-free Dove Bar Soap goes a long way, Dr. Cobos says.
It keeps things simple, but will still effectively clean your skin without causing any irritation.
