How to Apply Neem Oil

Neem oil is a pungent, yellow-brown oil found in the seeds of the neem tree, which originated in India. It is often used as an alternative to synthetic, chemical-based insect repellents and head lice treatments.

Gina Battaglia
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How to Get Rid of Eczema Scars

Eczema, medically known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammation of the skin, which often causes red, itchy dry skin, which can cause scarring over time. However, there are some treatments that can help to get rid of eczema scars, according to ILoveIndia.com and ScarsFix.com.

Christopher Godwin
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Turmeric for Eczema

Eczema, medically known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that develops in childhood and sometimes persists during adult life. An immune response is believed to be responsible for the development of this condition, according to the Merck Manual.

Brindusa Vanta
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Diseases that Cause Eczema

Eczema, also called dermatitis, refers to variety of skin conditions, according to Medline Plus. Eczema is not a dangerous or contagious skin condition, but it typically causes red, swollen and itchy skin. The most common type of eczema is atopic dermatitis, an allergic condition that makes the skin dry and itchy.

R. Y. Langham, Ph.D.
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Eczema Inside Ears of Children

Itchy, festering ears can result from eczema, a skin condition that affects infants, children and adults. Eczema of the ears can affect the ear lobe, skin covering the folds of the outer ear and the external auditory canal which is the tube through which sounds travel to reach the middle ear.

Jon Williams
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How to Remove a Big Pimple on the Nose

Picking or scratching at a pimple could make the skin irritation worse and take longer to clear up. Several options are available to deal with a pimple.

Raquel Villarreal
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Zinc Oxide to Treat Eczema

Topical solutions containing zinc oxide are helpful for atopic eczema, a common chronic, inflammatory and itchy skin condition. Oral zinc supplements, however, appears to not have benefits for eczema or other skin conditions, advises MedlinePlus, a website of the National Library of Medicine.

Shelley Moore
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What Soaps Are Good for Eczema?

If you have eczema, also known as dermatitis, you may already understand the importance of skin care in your treatment plan. Washing and moisturizing the dry, itchy skin associated with this skin disorder can help manage symptoms, but irritants such as soap can be a trigger for eczema.

Joshua Duvauchelle
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Eczema & Sun Allergy

Sun allergy is a condition in which you have a hypersensitivity to sunlight. Patients with this condition often experience rashes when their skin comes into contact with ultraviolet radiation. At the same time, you may also have eczema, a type of allergic skin condition.

Kristeen Cherney
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Home Remedies for Nummular Eczema

Eczema is skin condition characterized by rashes, red patches, itchiness, flaking, blisters and other manifestations on the skin. Eczema comes in different forms, such as atopic dermatitis, dyshidrotic eczema or nummular eczema, and might be caused by allergies, dry skin and other factors.

Roger Perez
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How to Treat Eczema & Psoriasis with Banana Peels

Eczema and psoriasis are common dermatological conditions that affect many people. Eczema has no known cause except most sufferers have dry, ultra-sensitive skin and a problem in the functioning of the immune system. Stress or other psychological problems exacerbates the symptoms.

Dr. Susan Jewell
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Crisco for Eczema

The skin inflammation known as eczema can be both uncomfortable and unsightly. In some cases a humble can of vegetable shortening may ease some of the discomfort by providing hydration.

Ellen Douglas
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