Eczema and dermatitis are two very common skin problems. Some people tend to shrug as a simple skin rash, however, if not treated properly they can both lead to more severe problems.

In this article we will take a look at these common skin issues. Additionally, we will give you some tips on how to treat them.

Dermatitis

The term "dermatitis" refers to a group of skin problems that cause inflammation. What these different types of inflammation all have in common is that they show an allergic reaction to a specific allergen. Contact dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and urticaria are all different types of dermatitis.

But, in order to know which type of dermatitis you are suffering from you need to have some context, if not you're looking at a simple rash that you know nothing about.

Eczema

Eczema is a type of dermatitis, which is commonly characterized by one or several of the following symptoms:

*redness

*itching and skin dryness

*skin edema (swelling)

Severe cases of eczema can present:

*bleeding or oozing

*blistering, cracking, crusting, and flaking

Mild forms of eczema will probably subside fairly quickly. However, when more severe forms of eczema can lead to breaking of the skin and subsequent infections. This is the primary reason that it is important to deal with eczema promptly.

Firstly, you should identify the triggers that set off eczema flare-ups. Everyone has a different trigger, however, the most common ones are contact with harsh ingredients and rough fabrics, and exposure to sunlight, heat and wind.

Identifying your triggers and avoiding them is essential if you want to keep your eczema under control.

If you discover that you react negatively to cleaning agents then changing the brand you are using or avoid them all together. Avoiding scratchy clothing is much easier; simply do not buy clothes made from itchy material. Prefer clothing made with cotton and linen fibers instead of spending money on clothing made from wool.

If your flare-ups are caused by heat and humidity, try to avoid areas that have both. Stay near shade and, if you enjoy exercising, do so in well ventilated areas.

During the summer you should sip cool water to help control your body's core temperature. This will make it less likely that you develop an eczema flare-up.

You can also help alleviate your eczema and reduce the number of flare-ups by changing your skin care routine. Because traditional skin care products usually contain fragrances, fillers and chemical ingredients that can aggravate your eczema, it is often best to use natural skin care balms.

Healing Balms Treat Eczema Flare-Ups

Always look for products that are fragrance and alcohol free. Also, stay away from the following natural extracts: cinnamon, menthol and ylang-ylang. A good dry skin lotion can also help soothe dry skin problems that often accompany eczema.

BIOSKINBALM is a natural skin care cream that can be used as an eczema cream and for dry skin care. BIOSKINBALM's list of natural ingredients are what make this product a soothing alternative to traditional skin care products.