Instead of scratching, wrap an ice cube in a paper towel and apply it to the itchy area.

Avoid using lotions, since these formulas contain a lot of water and can actually take your skin’s natural moisture with them when they evaporate.

Oil can be very soothing for your child’s eczema skin. But be careful which oils you use, since some are food-based and can trigger food allergies in children. Virgi ... read more

I encourage my son to use his words to describe how he’s feeling physically as well as emotionally. It helps me and others understand his needs. For instance, if Max ... read more

Our dermatologist prescribed steroid cream but we try to avoid using it since it is not recommended for long-term use. We instead use Tubby Todd All-Over ointment af ... read more

My doctors decided to give phototherapy a try. It turned out to be a lifesaver. I responded very quickly to it and within three to six months my skin was clearing up ... read more

If your child’s scalp is dry and scaly, gently massage mineral oil into it before bath time. Once the oil has had time to soak in and soften the scales, you can loos ... read more

I appreciate that my husband never commented on or complained about all the different products I bought for my eczema and how much I was spending. He knew how desper ... read more

When my hands start to itch and I’m around my partner, I’ll say “Hey babe, hold my hands tight so I can feel the pressure.” The compression distracts my mind and les ... read more

I began to experience itching around my eyes. Using eye drops and cold wet towels as compresses has really helped.

Keep a worry stone, massage ball, or fidget spinner within reach and give one to your child with AD as well. It can give hands something to do other than scratch.

Look for natural, soft, and loose fabrics like pure 100% cotton, silk, or linen. Acrylic and tight clothes make you sweat more, and they don't let the skin breathe — ... read more

I don’t use multiple active skincare products in a single skincare routine. For example, I would never use a retinol and an exfoliator together. Too much going on ca ... read more

My husband had to learn that sometimes there was nothing he could do to help me. He stopped taking it personally when I just needed to be alone and have a little spa ... read more

If your child is having a flare-up, talk to their physician about antihistamines. A long-acting formula like Zyrtec can make it easier for them to get through the sc ... read more

When you are looking for an allergist or dermatologist, ask if there is someone in the practice who focuses on AD. Treating AD can be time-consuming and complex. You ... read more

Switching baby washes to only those with ingredients free of any fragrance or fruit extracts helped. This is not something I would have thought of previously, but we ... read more

When my hands start to itch, I go straight to the bathroom, remove whatever rings I’m wearing, put my hands under lukewarm water for about 30 seconds, pat them dry, ... read more

My fiancé and I have done therapy together and it’s helped us with a lot of things, including how we communicate about my eczema and the role it plays in my life and ... read more