Eczemaon the face is a totally different, frustrating ballgame.
To be real, anything “boiling over” on our face is something we’d like to avoid.
You may already have itelsewhere on your body, or it could be on your face alone.
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But you’re not alone.
Therearesolutions as well as ways to keep it under control.
Symptoms, treatment options, and personal experiences for various physical, mental, and health conditions and concerns.
In this story:
What Is Facial Eczema?
It can also be genetic, and triggered by irritants.
With darker skin tones, it also tends to be scaly, says Dr. Rossi.
And while it is common, you definitely shouldbring it to your dermatologist.
The most common pop in of facial eczema isatopic dermatitis.
attempt to note when you see an eczema flare and note any common denominators to your dermatologist.
This should help both you and your dermatologist narrow it down and get to the root cause.
Stop wearing jewelry and your eczema may go away," says Dr. Alexiades.
The same goes for cosmetics and skincare.
“Know whats in your skincare and if youre prone to allergies,” says Dr. Rossi.
It may be beneficial to go on a “product diet.”
Topical corticosteroids have anti-inflammatory effects.
Dr. Rossi adds that antihistamines can be an effective short-term solution if the eczema is triggered by an allergen.
Otherwise, “there are more systemic medications for severe or widespread cases,” he says.
“Consider amild cleanserand wash your face with lukewarm water, since heat can cause a flare-up.”
Dr. Alexiades also touts the benefits of keeping your skin hydrated.
She recommends moisturizers with emollient ingredients like ceramides and cosmetics that also have moisturizing ingredients.
“Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid and shea butter.”
Should I treat facial eczema differently than I would eczema on my body?
However, short-term use is safe and effective with the guidance of a dermatologist.
What should I do if over-the-counter products aren’t cutting it?
“If home treatments are not helping, you may need prescription medications,” says Dr. Shah.
Dr. Shah says she sometimes prescribes special moisturizers called barrier repair creams for patients.
We’d recommendalwaysconsulting your dermatologist before trying anything new.
