How to care daily for your atopic skin?

Comment prendre soin de sa peau atopique au quotidien ?

Atopic eczema is a chronic skin disease characterized by flare-ups with red and itchy plaques. Skin is drier, more fragile and no longer properly plays its role as a protective barrier. It is therefore hypersensitive to its environment and inflames very quickly on contact with allergens or irritating substances. A few simple habits can improve the condition of your skin and limit the number of flare-ups.

5 simple daily rituals

  • Apply

    the prescribed medicinal treatment to plaques during flare-ups

    Why?

    To treat flare-ups as soon as possible

    How?

    Apply the prescribed treatment at the 1st signs of a flare-up (redness, itching) and until redness disappears completely

  • Hydrate

    the skin

    Why?

    • Reduces dryness 
    • Rebuilds the skin’s protective layer
    • Reduces the frequency of flare-ups

    How?

    After cleansing, apply an emollient daily to damp skin

  • Limit

    itching

    Why?

    To reduce the risk of secondary infections and scarring

    How?

    • Place something cold on the itchy area (cold pack, refrigerated stones, thermal spring water, etc.) 
    • Keep your hands and mind busy so you don’t have to you think about the itching

  • Cleanse

    skin gently

    Why?

    To avoid aggravating already fragile skin

    How?

    • Use soap-free products adapted to atopic skin
    • Apply without a washcloth
    • Avoid very hot temperatures (27 to 30°C)

  • Take time

    for your skin and yourself

    Why?

    To reduce the psychological impact of atopic eczema

    How?

    • Use the time spent applying your treatments to perform a gentle massage and make it a moment of relaxation
    • Practice relaxing and soothing activities, such as exercising, meditation, sophrology, manual activities 

How to choose your emollient?

There are different textures for emollient products: milk, cream, balm. Their compositions give them different moisturizing and nourishing powers: Light textures, such as milks, are easier to apply and penetrate the skin more quickly. Richer textures, such as balms, are thicker, more difficult to apply and penetrate but are more moisturizing and nourishing. Daily emollient care can be adapted according to the seasons and the condition of the skin. The best emollient is the one that will be well tolerated and that will bring suppleness and comfort to the skin. Do not hesitate to test different products, different textures, and to ask your doctor and pharmacist for advice.

The mechanisms of atopic eczema

Eczéma Atopique - 01

Normal skin

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Atopic skin

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Atopic eczema lesion

L'eczéma atopique est-il compatible avec le sport ?

Is atopic eczema compatible with exercise?

Yes! Exercise is essential for everyone’s mental and physical health. If you have atopic eczema, physical activity may cause issues, but these can be easily overcome:

  • Apply an emollient before exercising, it will soften and hydrate your skin and leave a protective film

  • Wear breathable, loose-fitting clothing that’s suitable for exercise, allows heat to escape and reduces the irritating effect of sweat
    Don’t forget to cut the tags off your clothes, they can cause irritation

  • After exercising, hydrate your skin well and rinse it with warm water and a soap-free cleanser formulated for atopic skin

Associated products

1.

Cleanse

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XERACALM A.D
Lipid-replenishing cleansing oil

2.

Care and treat

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XERACALM A.D
Soothing Concentrate

3.

Soothe itching

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XERACALM A.D
Lipid-replenishing cream

4.

Soothe Itching

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XERACALM A.D
Lipid Replenishing balm
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