Weleda Eczema Comp. Cream

Product Details

A traditional herbal product to soothe and relieve the symptoms of eczema, particularly for dry, red, itchy eczema.

Uses:
People with eczema can be sensitive to different substances. Before using carry out a skin patch test on a small area of skin. Apply cream and leave for 24 hours. If no aggravation occurs apply to all affected areas. Allergies and essential fatty acid deficiency or imbalance are also factors related to eczema. For stubborn cases seek advice from a naturopathic/herbal medicine practitioner.

Eczema can be related to deficiency of essential fatty acids. Supplementation of the breast feeding mother with Evening Primrose Oil capsules at a dose of 3 capsules daily maybe beneficial in babies with eczema. For children 2 years and older Evening Primrose oil can be added to their food or taken as capsules. See Efamol Evening Primrose Oil for dosages for different age groups.

Health Information: Key ingredients include:

* Aloe vera barbadensis - Has an emollient action soothing irritated skin and soreness.
* Brassica oleracea (Cabbage) - Has natural inflammatory properties.
* Calendula officinalis (Marigold) - Has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and skin healing properties.
* Stellaria media (Chickweed) - Soothing to itchy inflamed skin. Propolis - Has antimicrobial properties.
* Urtica urens (Nettle) - Has soothing properties, used on itchy and stinging skin.