Make up tricks for eczema affected skin

Eczema, also known as dermatitis is actually a condition of skin where skin is inflamed with dry and flaky patches. Some of the very common types of eczema are atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, xerotic eczema and seborrhoeic dermatitis. We are here talking about atopic dermatitis that is very common in the families where members have asthma. The most common signs are itchy rashes on face, neck, inside of elbows, behind knees, buttocks and head.

Now, the red itchy rashes don’t look good and can ruin any look you are trying to achieve.  There are times when these eczema marks can bring you a fair share of embarrassment in parties, get-togethers, other occasions or wherever you go. Well, you can always hide eczema with a few makeup tricks. Yes, hiding eczema affected skin with makeup is very easy and simple and can save you from getting embarrassed.

Though you cannot use makeup to prevent face eczema but you can surely hide eczema affected skin with it. Let’s see how.

Start with usual cleansing and moisturizing

Go for natural products. Herbal based products would be perfect for eczema affected skin. Cleanse with a mild cream based cleanser and moisturize with a mineral based moisturizer. Moisturizing is always good for an eczema affected skin as it reduces the dryness of affected area.

Then go for waterproof makeup

Now, go for waterproof mineral based foundation on face and your eyelids. Do remember not to use products with glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and retinol, any sort of preservatives and fragrance in it. Then apply some lightweight powder. Again make sure the contents of your powder.

Some eye makeup

Once you are done with face, go for your favorite color for eyeshadow. Same that we suggested for face makeup product, make sure that your eyeshadow is free of certain elements

What all your products should have?

Shea butter and glycerin: The moisturizing and nurturing elements of Shea butter and glycerin can do wonders for your skin. So, if your makeup product has Shea butter and glycerin as ingredient go ahead and be worry free.

Hyaluronic Acid: It helps you to reduce dry and flaky skin. You can use skin care products with hyalurinc acid as it helps you one have right amount of moisture along with reducing dry and flaky skin.

Niacinamide: People with eczema affected skin can use skin care products containing Niacinamide, which is a component of vitamin B3.

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