Eczema anywhere on the body but eczema on hands is particularly unbearable. Apart from the fact that they are constantly visible to others, we use our hands everyday and when they are sore with open wounds we are a distinct disadvantage.

Following are a few effective methods to avoid eczema flare-ups and heal existing eczema on your hands.

1) Find a dermatologically tested skin cream that does not irritate your skin. Emollients are not always the way forward, although they are unperfumed they can cause irritation due to the heavy layer on the skin and not allowing the skin to breathe. If they cause you irritation try a 100% organic cream or a brand cream which has skin friendly ingredients such as vitamin E, aloe.

2) Find out what materials irritate your skin and avoid them where possible. Certain materials such as wool, polyester, rubber and latex are all known offenders. You could always take a skin test to find out for sure.

3) Keep your hands clean. Bacteria on the skin can aggravate existing eczema and cause irritation on clear skin. If you smoke, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly afterwards as nicotine and smoke are high on the skin irritant list. Use a gently, natural soap and moisturize your hands after washing. Frequent moisturizing is always a plus. However, there is a fine balance, don’t over moisturize. Around 3 times a day is sufficient.

4) Try not to scratch or pick the eczema on hands as this will cause itchiness. Any eczema sufferer knows this is nigh impossible but with a bit of discipline it can be achieved. Excruciating as it is when bearing the itch, it only lasts for a few minutes then it is gone. If your hands feel itchy, try washing them in cool water and moisturizing afterwards. This will get rid of the itch, which may have been started due to dryness itself.

If you follow these steps, you should be on your way to healing the eczema on your hands and reduce if not completely eliminate future break-outs of eczema. For a fully comprehensive, natural guide to eliminating eczema, continue to the full step by step guide to Remedy For Eczema On Hands