October is a busy month dedicated to calling awareness to a number of causes (including Breast Cancer and Bullying Prevention). But, did you know that October is also National Eczema Awareness Month.
I was kindly invited to the Eucerin Relief event last week, showcasing their two latest products: Eucerin Eczema Relief Instant Therapy and Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Creme. These two products together can help relieve the pain, itching and irritation associated with eczema.
During the evening, we were welcomed with a presentation by the company’s head chemists, and had the chance to talk with dermatologist Dr. Jody A. Levine, MD to answer all of our eczema-related questions.
About 30 million people (from babies to adults) suffer from eczema, and only 80% of consumers self-diagnose. That means a lot of people are unaware of the difference between dry skin and eczema. I sat down with Dr. Levine and asked her what the main difference is:
“Eczema is chronic and relapses. You treat it and it comes back. People with eczema who use regular moisturizer, it just doesn’t work for them. The skin is extremely itchy.”
A lot of people become confused when they hear the term eczema, not knowing exactly what the effects entail. It is a skin problem that can hold many different forms, symptoms and cases:
“Eczema is the umbrella term for sensitive skin. There is atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis that you get from jewelry and fragrance. There are many types of eczema.”
The data presented at the event talked about the number of infants who suffer from eczema. These two new creams are formulated without steroids, making it safe and ideal for even the most sensitive and delicate skin:
“30% of babies get eczema and only 10% of adults have it,” said Dr. Levine. “When babies get eczema around the mouth that is a form of contact dermatitis, a reaction from their saliva causing irritation. And they can also get irritation from green or orange foods.”
I also asked why eczema is so prevalent in babies, and if it had something to do with their undeveloped skin:
“A baby’s skin barrier function is different and not as strong as adults…,” explained Dr. Levine. “…which causes them to be more susceptible to getting eczema.”
From Eucerin, the trusted dermatologist, pediatrician and pharmacist-recommended brand, Eucerin Eczema Relief Instant Therapy (MSRP $7.99 for 2.0 OZ.) was specially formulated to instantly calm and relieve minor skin irritation and itching due to eczema.
Eucerin Eczema Relief Instant Therapy is clinically proven to immediately soothe and calm the dry, itchy skin caused by eczema and provide long-lasting itch relief. Its moisturizing formula protects and fortifies the skin barrier, improving the appearance and overall skin condition. The formula is free of dyes, fragrance and steroids, and gentle enough for everyday use on eczematic skin.
Licochalcone – a natural Licorice Root extract unique to Eucerin, gently soothes skin
Natural oatmeal – calms dry, itchy skin
Ceramide-3 – strengthens the skin’s barrier to lock-in moisture
Cooling agent – provides an instant cooling effect
This cream is meant to be used when you are experiencing an eczematic flare-up. To prevent and treat your problematic skin on a daily basis, Eucerin recommends using Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Creme (MSRP $11.99 for 8.0 OZ.) — specially formulated to protect and soothe skin irritation and itching due to eczema.
Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Creme is appropriate for both adult and baby skin. It’s gentle enough for everyday use to moisturize and care for skin with eczema.
Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Creme is clinically proven to significantly improve hydration, reduce skin redness, and relieve itchiness. It is gentle on skin and is proven to provide significant and long-lasting improvements to the skin.
Licochalcone – a natural Licorice Root extract unique to Eucerin, gently soothes skin
Natural oatmeal – calms dry, itchy skin
Ceramide-3 – strengthens the skin’s barrier to lock-in moisture
Castor Seed Oil – makes skin smooth and soft
In a Eucerin case study of people using these two products in conjunction, 94% said that their skin felt moisturized and 91% said that their skin felt instantly soothed. The creams also contain an anti-bacterial ingredient, decanediol, to ward off any skin infections that can be caused by rigorous itching.
Do any of you beauties suffer from eczema? Have you been self-diagnosing yourself?
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– Theresa Romano
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