Eczema

Calendula is an anti-inflammatory and a demulcent; enhances immune system; alleviates symptoms; softens and soothes the skin; accelerates healing. Apply a topical preparation containing calendula 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Chamomile is an anti-inflammatory; enhances immune system; alleviates symptoms; it has a soothing action; accelerates healing. Apply chamomile containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Licorice is an anti-inflammatory; enhances immune system; alleviates symptoms; it has a soothing action; accelerates healing. Apply a topical preparation containing minimum 2% of licorice 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

St. John's wort is an anti-inflammatory; it is an antibacterial; alleviates symptoms; accelerates healing. Apply a topical preparation containing St. John's wort 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Vitamin B12 - Cyanocobalamin alleviates symptoms. A cream containing vitamin B12 applied 2-4 times daily, for many months, may be helpful.

GLA is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation and itching; softens and soothes the skin; alleviates symptoms. Apply undiluted black currant seed oil or borage oil or evening primrose oil 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Witch hazel is an astringent and an anti-inflammatory; dries up weeping eczema; reduces skin inflammation and accelerates healing. Apply witch hazel containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Almond oil is an emollient; softens and soothes the skin; alleviates itching. Apply pure almond oil or almond oil containing topical preparation 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Aloe is an anti-inflammatory; reduces skin inflammation; soothes and heals damaged tissue. Apply a topical preparation containing aloe 2-4 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Barberry reduces inflammation; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.