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Showering and Bathing Tips for Eczema

Whip out your moisturizer

According to the national eczema association, after showering, do not wait longer than three minutes after getting out to use moisturizers. This is to lock in the water stat. national eczema association advises people to use moisturizers freely using downward strokes instead of upward stroke or in circles. Applying moisturizers in a downward movement, with the direction of hair growth can help prevent irritation. After using a moisturizer, wait a few minutes before wearing your clothes. This gives time to the moisturizer allowing it sink into the skin and work properly. The national eczema association advises people to wait for at least 3 minutes.