“There are some skin concerns that uniquely impact those with melanin-rich skin including dryness and uneven skin tone,” says Caroline Robinson, MD, FAAD, dermatologist and founding father of Tone Dermatology. Because the temperatures drop, eczema is very common in darker skin which is more at risk of water loss and dryness. From itchiness and flakiness, to tight and cracked skin, “these skin concerns can influence the forms of products and ingredients which can be chosen to be used.”
Different from dry skin, eczema is a chronic condition often feeling like an “intense itch that may almost feel like a burn,” she says. Although the condition has no cure, the more you study tips on how to take care of your eczema–-including managing flare-ups and triggers–-the higher your skin will feel this season. Finding the precise products to assist with eczema–-or even just dry skin–-may be difficult, but Dr. Robinson is here to assist.
Below, Dr. Robinson guides ESSENCE through her go-to products and top three suggestions to enhance your eczema this season.
Shower With A Mild Body Wash
“Dry skin and eczema are common skin conditions we hear often, especially once temperatures begin to drop. Eczema (or Atopic Dermatitis) is a skin condition that involves bouts of dryness, redness, rashes, and itching that may impact quality of life. While the 2 could seem similar, they’re vastly different. There may be some data to suggest that transepidermal water loss could also be higher and ceramide levels barely lower in Black skin in comparison to Caucasian skin which can contribute to dryness.
Because the temperatures drop I hear often from patients that they notice their skin feels tight, positive lines and cracks might appear on the surface of your skin or other symptoms reminiscent of flakiness/ashy appearance and itchiness will typically occur. I like to recommend body washes which can be made with mild cleansers and incorporate moisturizers in order that the skin is rarely left stripped after a shower.”
Use A Moisturizer That Reduces Hydration Loss
“I also recommend moisturizers which can be formulated with lipids, ceramides, and/or niacinamide to assist with lack of hydration. If you will have eczema prone skin, it’s necessary to make use of mild, unscented and fragrance-free products. In the case of moisturizing, wealthy creams are best. Depending on the severity of your eczema, steroid creams or topical ointments could also be needed nevertheless OTC petroleum-based products like Vaseline’s Original Petroleum Jelly is an amazing product that’s suitable for those affected by eczema and sensitive skin conditions because it’s fragrance-free, hypoallergenic and helps really lock in moisture. My favorite approach to use it’s layered on top of lotion or cream.”
Try To Avoid Common Eczema Triggers
“Itching is usually considered one of the earliest signs of eczema, a lot in order that we sometimes call it the ‘itch that rashes’ in dermatology. Family history, skin function, and environmental aspects can all impact how likely we’re to get eczema and the way severe it could be. Eczema is a chronic condition unfortunately with no cure, we do have effective treatments available to administer it. We also know that there are internal and environmental triggers that may result in eczema flare ups including stress, change in season, fragrance, food allergies, seasonal allergies, and air pollution.
Avoiding triggers is one other necessary a part of therapy. Within the winter months, those with eczema may experience flares on account of the environment being drier and their skin requiring more moisture. One of the crucial necessary things I concentrate on with my patients is minimizing flare ups of eczema and maximizing the time between flare ups. A delicate approach to skincare combined with medications together with your dermatologist might be an efficient approach to accomplish this.”
Dr. Robinson’s advisable products for eczema
To search out a dermatologist in your area, use the See My Skin platform, a tool created by Vaseline and HUED to assist individuals with Black and Brown skin find dermatologists, so you will discover the expert care you would like in your skin type.
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