Scalp eczema can be a painful condition to have. Eczema flare ups can be caused by many different factors and taking the time to determine what causes the flare ups can help to minimize them. The guide that follows walks you through a few factors that can cause scalp eczema flare ups.
Gluten Can Cause Eczema Flare Ups
Many people who suffer from eczema have a sensitivity to gluten. Reducing or eliminating the gluten they have in their diet can help to minimize the flare ups that they experience. It’s best to try avoiding gluten for a few weeks to see if you notice any difference in the amount or intensity of your flare ups.
Stress Can Cause Eczema Flare Ups
Stress and anxiety can cause eczema to be intensified and lead to an outbreak. It’s best to try to minimize the stress in your life and take regular meditation breaks to limit the flare ups that you experience. Some people have noticed a decrease in their outbreaks when they started using exercise as an outlet for their stress and anxiety.
Certain Shampoos Can Cause Eczema Flare Ups
Studies have shown that certain chemicals and fragrances are not good for skin affected by eczema. It can cause a flare up because the skin is so sensitive that it reacts to the chemicals and fragrances in an adverse way. It’s best to use a shampoo that is specially designed for the treatment of eczema if you want to reduce the number of flare ups you experience.
Properly Moisturize Your Scalp to Avoid Flare Ups
Many people moisturize their skin on a daily basis but overlook their scalp. Your scalp needs moisture too. If you have eczema, treat your scalp with tea tree oil to treat the eczema and then a moisturizer to keep the skin from becoming overly dry.
Eczema is a condition that comes and goes. There is no way to completely predict when you will have a flare up but using these tips will minimize them so that you can live as comfortably as possible for as long as you possibly can.
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