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Dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a common skin condition that can be caused by an allergic reaction or by irritating chemicals. As a result of the reaction or irritation, the skin often becomes red, swollen or blistered, and intensely itchy. There are quite a number of forms of dermatitis. Some of the more common forms are as follows:

CONTACT DERMATITIS

Contact dermatitis is inflammation of the skin caused either by contact with an irritating chemical such as detergents, solvents, acids, and skin cleansers, or it may be triggered by an allergic reaction to gels, lotions, antiseptics in hand creams and bleach. Usually such outbreaks remain for as long as the skin is exposed to the irritant or allergic, but the inflammation may stay for up to 6 weeks. To assist in the reduction of inflammation moisturizers can be used to soften and add moisture to the skin, improving dryness and scaling. A riskier solution is to apply corticosteroid creams or ointments, but there are often severe side effects associated with their use.

ATOPIC DERMATITIS

Atopic dermatitis is another common form. Although common in babies and young children, it can persist through adulthood. Atopic dermatitis causes a pinkish-red, scaly rash that can get lumpy, weepy and crusty. In adult cases this is found mostly in the elbows, behind the knees, and/or on wrists and hands. It is a condition that can't be cured, only managed. Therefore it is best to avoid the use of soaps, while applying moisturizers to alleviate the dry itchy skin. Again, in some cases corticosteroid creams and ointments many be suggested; however there are risks associated with their use.

NUMMULAR DERMATITIS

Nummular dermatitis, also known as discoid eczema, usually occurs in middle-aged people. In most cases this causes small round patches with tiny blisters, scabs, and scales to appear in any part of the body. These patches tend to by dry and itchy and can last from weeks to months. This can be difficult to treat, however skin moisturizers are often the best and safest form of reducing itchy irritation and dryness.

HOW NATURAL SKIN BALMS CAN BE OF USE

As there are a wealth of risks aligned with the application of corticosteroid creams, natural skin balms are seen to be a much safer alternative to reducing the dry inflammation of the skin caused by dermatitis. These natural products effectively rejuvenate the moisture in the skin without the risk of horrendous and potentially debilitating side effects.