xbeatofangelx
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I've always been yellow.. heehee.. (I'm Chinese)
Try a whitening mask?
Try a whitening mask?
Eczema Sufferers
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syrene78
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That is really annoying!
I have psiorasis in my scalp and fortunately, nobody can't see anything, except when some new hait starts growing in the middle of my head, like a palm tree, straight up! LOL!
And I was diagnosed with eczema on my hands a moth ago...
I alsways thought that I just had very dry hands.
I started the steroid cream but the Doctor never said anything about my hands getting yellow!
When my hands are relly red, the cortisone cream (or any cream) burns my skin like hell and they hurt so much and get redder.
So, I had to stop using it on the really bad days, which I shouldn't...
Does anyone have this problem as well?
I started applying on my face a new calming cream for allergies that I just love: Calenda Cream by Jurlique and it was so soothing that it wasn't burning my hands.
It is actually recommended for eczema and psiorasis as well.
It is wonderful!
Please, go get a sample at Sephora or somwhere else!
It WILL help, at least, it will calm your skin.
Steph
Originally Posted by Korms
After using steroid creams, has anyone else been left with yellowing of the skin? I have really noticeable yellow areas on my neck (I am fair skinned) and I recently found out that this is a common side effect of steroid creams and that it is permanent. I'm quite annoyed because my Doctor never explained that there were side effects when the cream was prescribed, I was just warned not to use it on my face (which I didn't). The discolouration really gets me down some days because I have short hair and I feel that it's really obvious, I'm sure people think I've got some sort of viral infection 
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That is really annoying!
I have psiorasis in my scalp and fortunately, nobody can't see anything, except when some new hait starts growing in the middle of my head, like a palm tree, straight up! LOL!
And I was diagnosed with eczema on my hands a moth ago...
I alsways thought that I just had very dry hands.
I started the steroid cream but the Doctor never said anything about my hands getting yellow!
When my hands are relly red, the cortisone cream (or any cream) burns my skin like hell and they hurt so much and get redder.
So, I had to stop using it on the really bad days, which I shouldn't...
Does anyone have this problem as well?
I started applying on my face a new calming cream for allergies that I just love: Calenda Cream by Jurlique and it was so soothing that it wasn't burning my hands.
It is actually recommended for eczema and psiorasis as well.
It is wonderful!
Please, go get a sample at Sephora or somwhere else!
It WILL help, at least, it will calm your skin.
Steph
Korms
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I did think about that but I certainly won't be considering it while my skin is still sore! As far as I'm aware any skin discolourations caused by steroid creams are non reversable.
Could be worth a try though, when my skin is better! Anyone know any good ones?
| Originally Posted by xbeatofangelx
Try a whitening mask? |
I did think about that but I certainly won't be considering it while my skin is still sore! As far as I'm aware any skin discolourations caused by steroid creams are non reversable.
Could be worth a try though, when my skin is better! Anyone know any good ones?
LoR
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I have messed up skin--
eczema psoriasis and acne= FUN TIMES!
HAHAH I have used a lot of different steroid creams which usually work, but I recently bought Oil of Olay quench for extra dry skin and my body feels like silk! It has even taken away the eczema on my elbows and legs.
on my face I use aveeno...which helps with everything.
eczema psoriasis and acne= FUN TIMES!
HAHAH I have used a lot of different steroid creams which usually work, but I recently bought Oil of Olay quench for extra dry skin and my body feels like silk! It has even taken away the eczema on my elbows and legs.
on my face I use aveeno...which helps with everything.
als1626
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I'm really lucky in that I only have eczema on my left arm and hand (how does it decide where it wants to live? so very weird). I just had a flare-up today, I used some Benadryl Cream on my arm and it went away fairly quickly. I'm also taking EFA's and drinking tons of water and I think that's really helped - I've had almost no flareups this winter, compared to constant flareups most years.
Another great, soothing moisturizer is Talulah Natural's Calendula cream. It's really soothing and super moisturizing - I love it, it's kind of greasy though so it's more of a night thing. For the day, I love Kiehl's super duper hand cream (that's not its real name - the one with the airplane on the tube). It's very heavy duty, sinks in quickly, and is unscented.
Good luck everyone! Drink your water!
Another great, soothing moisturizer is Talulah Natural's Calendula cream. It's really soothing and super moisturizing - I love it, it's kind of greasy though so it's more of a night thing. For the day, I love Kiehl's super duper hand cream (that's not its real name - the one with the airplane on the tube). It's very heavy duty, sinks in quickly, and is unscented.
Good luck everyone! Drink your water!
syrene78
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I'd suggest you Decleor, it is a completely natural line.
I tried the whitening products but I am so white that i am not sure if I can get any whiter. It is good against skin stains too.
Steph
| Originally Posted by Korms
I did think about that but I certainly won't be considering it while my skin is still sore! As far as I'm aware any skin discolourations caused by steroid creams are non reversable. Could be worth a try though, when my skin is better! Anyone know any good ones? |
I'd suggest you Decleor, it is a completely natural line.
I tried the whitening products but I am so white that i am not sure if I can get any whiter. It is good against skin stains too.
Steph
ShoesSunSand
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I'm surprised no one's mentioned Eucerin's Calming Creme as a moisturizer yet. It does wonder for me.
Also, I went to Johns Hopkins for my eczema for years, and after experimenting with triamcinelone and various other steroid creams, my doctor finally switched me to Protopic (which is great cause it can be used on the face since it's not a steroid) and it has been the best treatment ever!
Also, I went to Johns Hopkins for my eczema for years, and after experimenting with triamcinelone and various other steroid creams, my doctor finally switched me to Protopic (which is great cause it can be used on the face since it's not a steroid) and it has been the best treatment ever!
smandell
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How did your Eczema progress? Did it just show up over night or did it take years to get worse. I ask because I've only known I had it for the past few years (since moving to the colder/dryer Northeast from Florida) and in that time it has spread from patches on one arm to both. Other than quantity, the patches themselves haven't gotten worse and they're only very noticeable after a shower, otherwise you can only feel a dry rough spot. The itchiness isn't terrible either, only when I think about it (like right now).
I'm 27, is this it for me or should I be getting ready for something much worse?
I'm 27, is this it for me or should I be getting ready for something much worse?
ColourDuJour
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what a helpful thread!
i had eczema when i was a baby and it went away.
but (dun dun dun daaa) it has come back
what i do....
after a shower (for soap i use Aveeno), cover the affected areas with huge amounts of Eucerin moisterizer. it locks in moister. I then put Protopic (i dont think this is an over the counter product so you should ask your dr.) on the really rough patches of eczema. that should usually keep the redness, itchyness away. and dont forget, being a little bit oily (skin-wise) is good.
ohh and i love aquaphor!
we definantly have to start an eczema support goup
i had eczema when i was a baby and it went away.
but (dun dun dun daaa) it has come back
what i do....
after a shower (for soap i use Aveeno), cover the affected areas with huge amounts of Eucerin moisterizer. it locks in moister. I then put Protopic (i dont think this is an over the counter product so you should ask your dr.) on the really rough patches of eczema. that should usually keep the redness, itchyness away. and dont forget, being a little bit oily (skin-wise) is good.
ohh and i love aquaphor!
we definantly have to start an eczema support goup
missymaricel
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I've been living with eczema all my life and absolutely hate it, but eventually learned how to deal with it by treating flareups as soon as possible. My rash flareups appear at the most random locations from anywhere on my body, to my scalp, my face, and even on my eyelids ruining my eye makeup look for that day. Daily constant moisturizing is of utmost importance and dermatologist recommended products are the only ones that work such as Eucerin or Aveeno. Don't bother with other cheaper d/s brands that do absolutely nothing for eczema sufferers. To treat actual eczema flareups, Clobetasol is the only thing that works for me since apparently I have a more acute form of eczema. My dermatologist said it's the strongest eczema medication available and is the only one that works on me and for those who have major eczema. Elidel did absolutely nothing for me. I don't mind that Clobetasol contains steroids just as long as I'm using it only and ONLY ON FLAREUPS until it goes away which is normally 3-4 applications of it. Just remember to keep your skin well moisturized, treat flareups immediately with medication, and DON'T SCRATCH!!!
lifewithoutzinc
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I used to have pretty bad eczema a few years ago, but interestingly enough, after I started exercising regularly, my skin cleared up and my eczema hasn't come back since. There have been very minor flare-ups now and then, but they always come after I've consumed food that I knew I shouldn't have. Also, always keep your skin moisturized! That seems to help my dry, dry skin in general.
kchan99
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I do a lot of scratching of my legs when I sleep. I tried wearing gloves, but that didn't work. Now I wear leggings to bed. I haven't scratched myself since I have been wearing leggings to bed for several months. I just ordered some silk leggings from Wintersilk for the summer. I'll keep you posted.
c00ki312
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ive had eczema ever since i could remember and school was a nightmare. every part of my body was covered in red patches and blisters. then my legs cleared up and it started to get worse on my arms, back, neck and face. i use to cry myself to sleep cuz it was so bad. my parents tried everything but sometimes it'll clear up durng the summer and come back again for winter! when i did get it during summer, sweating was hell! any part that was moist itched like hell and my skin use to bleed itself raw. during high school it would come and go and doctors would prescribe creams which still didnt work. then my brother (who has it too) was given diprobase cream. its really thick, so if used regularly the flareups would calm down. im only 19 now and i still use diprobase and cocoa butter. steer clear from chemicals like washing up liquid cuz those call majorly ruin your skin. use LATEX-FREE gloves and always always moisterise. i was told by my teacher that stress is one major trigger. so no stressing! also you're more likely to be allergic to citrus fruits and dairy so try cut them out and see how it goes. i've started using aveeno now. it stops dryness and keeps your skin smooth and used regularly, youl notice a difference. also try eucerin and when its hot minimise red flareups by using those water face cooling spray. it does make a difference!
whoah that was long but i hoped it helped!
whoah that was long but i hoped it helped!
Smilla
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I have dyshidrotic eczema (tiny clear blisters on hands and feet) and Benedryl is the only thing that helps. They flare up when I'm really stressed.
I also have patches of contact eczema on my skin. I have to be super careful when I start using a new product. I test it on a tiny area of thin skin (like on the inside of my arm) and see if any eczema develops.
I did something stupid, I accidentally poured shower gel on my head. I was tired and thought it was shampoo!
I rinsed it out immediately, but now I have an eczema breakout on the top of my scalp. I can't use my steroid cream for this. What should I do? Wait it out?
I also have patches of contact eczema on my skin. I have to be super careful when I start using a new product. I test it on a tiny area of thin skin (like on the inside of my arm) and see if any eczema develops.
I did something stupid, I accidentally poured shower gel on my head. I was tired and thought it was shampoo!
KaylaGrace
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The best cream for it is called Elecom.
The only thing that has EVER worked for me. It is by perscription only though.
The only thing that has EVER worked for me. It is by perscription only though.
melaniumom
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I have always had SEVERELY dry skin with red bumpy patches here and there... eczema...I don't know. I've never been diagnosed with it.
My first son, however, has also had severaly dry skin with eczema since he was a little baby. I would use cortizone cream on the really bad spots, but a doctor told me that it is not good to use on a consistant basis because it contains steroids. He recommended Eucerin Moisturizer (which can be found at pretty much any department or drug store) and I loved that stuff so much that I began using it and so did my husband. We discovered it 6 years ago and have been using it ever since.
The Eucerin did not completely get rid of the eczema, but it definitely helped and kept it at bay. I recently discovered another product in the last couple of years that is FREAKING AMAZING! You can use it alone, but it is great in conjunction with any product you are already using. It is called Emu Oil... you may have heard about it on Oprah. They have been using it in Australia forever, but it is just getting big here in the western continents recently. It has tons and tons of beneficial properties, but the reason it is great to use in conjunction with other products is because it is a transdermal carrier and it is the fastest penetrating oil there is.
I'm not sure where you can buy the Emu Oil locally, but I know for a fact you can buy it online on ebay and other places. To find out all the info just google emu oil. This stuff is truly miraculous!
Also, for anyone with babies or small children who suffer from eczema, you may want to look into Gentle Naturals Eczema Cream and Wash. They didn't have this around with my first son, but they had it when my second son was born and it is also a great product!
My first son, however, has also had severaly dry skin with eczema since he was a little baby. I would use cortizone cream on the really bad spots, but a doctor told me that it is not good to use on a consistant basis because it contains steroids. He recommended Eucerin Moisturizer (which can be found at pretty much any department or drug store) and I loved that stuff so much that I began using it and so did my husband. We discovered it 6 years ago and have been using it ever since.
The Eucerin did not completely get rid of the eczema, but it definitely helped and kept it at bay. I recently discovered another product in the last couple of years that is FREAKING AMAZING! You can use it alone, but it is great in conjunction with any product you are already using. It is called Emu Oil... you may have heard about it on Oprah. They have been using it in Australia forever, but it is just getting big here in the western continents recently. It has tons and tons of beneficial properties, but the reason it is great to use in conjunction with other products is because it is a transdermal carrier and it is the fastest penetrating oil there is.
I'm not sure where you can buy the Emu Oil locally, but I know for a fact you can buy it online on ebay and other places. To find out all the info just google emu oil. This stuff is truly miraculous!
Also, for anyone with babies or small children who suffer from eczema, you may want to look into Gentle Naturals Eczema Cream and Wash. They didn't have this around with my first son, but they had it when my second son was born and it is also a great product!
MisaMayah
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I have had the worst eczmea ever. I've had it since I was 3 years old. At first i had it on just my arm and knee creases and it gradually spread all over my body and face over the years.
For a year and a half it was the worst my skin has ever been because my eczema became extremely infected. Ive never experienced anything like it. I became so depressed because it affected every aspect of my life, also physically and emotionally.
I went to doctors, specialists in dermatology etc.. It was so frustrating because I felt they really didnt know what they were doing, they wouldnt give me answers what was causing it and just kept giving me more and more steroid ointments even antibiotics and oral steroids! They never think to look at the cause rather than just supressing the symptoms.
So I started doing it 'alone'. I stopped putting steroid ointments on my skin and just used plenty of moisturiser. I didnt take anymore oral drugs. I kept a diary of what I ate and what I did that day. Then noticed a pattern emerging.
I found out that chicken and cigarette smoke caused these painful, unsightly infections. I cannot begin to describe to you how bad they were. I thank God I still have skin after all it's been through! Although I still have a long way to go as my skin is still quite red and inflammed. I have to take a very very close look at my diet because I believe that has a lot to do with eczema flare ups. I haven't had an infection for 3 months now. ( I was having infections every week which lasted about 5-6 days at a time for a year and a half)
Although I had to leave my job. I am so happy I was able to stop those infections. And my boyf proposed to me I am so lucky he has stuck by me through all my ugliest days & suffering =) My dream is to wear a beautiful sleeve-less dress!! And I WILL be wearing it on my special day!
If any of you need some help let me know ...xxx
For a year and a half it was the worst my skin has ever been because my eczema became extremely infected. Ive never experienced anything like it. I became so depressed because it affected every aspect of my life, also physically and emotionally.
I went to doctors, specialists in dermatology etc.. It was so frustrating because I felt they really didnt know what they were doing, they wouldnt give me answers what was causing it and just kept giving me more and more steroid ointments even antibiotics and oral steroids! They never think to look at the cause rather than just supressing the symptoms.
So I started doing it 'alone'. I stopped putting steroid ointments on my skin and just used plenty of moisturiser. I didnt take anymore oral drugs. I kept a diary of what I ate and what I did that day. Then noticed a pattern emerging.
I found out that chicken and cigarette smoke caused these painful, unsightly infections. I cannot begin to describe to you how bad they were. I thank God I still have skin after all it's been through! Although I still have a long way to go as my skin is still quite red and inflammed. I have to take a very very close look at my diet because I believe that has a lot to do with eczema flare ups. I haven't had an infection for 3 months now. ( I was having infections every week which lasted about 5-6 days at a time for a year and a half)
Although I had to leave my job. I am so happy I was able to stop those infections. And my boyf proposed to me I am so lucky he has stuck by me through all my ugliest days & suffering =) My dream is to wear a beautiful sleeve-less dress!! And I WILL be wearing it on my special day!
If any of you need some help let me know ...xxx
daFilli
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when i went back to Jamaica to visit my dad... he made me rub the inside of a banana skin [yea the icky inside] on my eczema [i had it on my eyes, 2 fingers, elbow crease] and i continued to do it for about a month and half and it calmed it down and went away... the redness/scaring is almost un noticeable.
