Regardless of the skin condition you experience, you can narrow down the cause(s) by visiting a Naturopath Doctor who can administer tests to determine the culprits. This is usually a process of elimination that can take time to discover but may be worth the effort to eliminate prolonged and aggravating discomfort.
Eczema
This a form of skin rash that manifests as a result of the following triggers:
- Dietary: dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish and gluten
- Industrial: solvents, fumes and soaps
- Seasonal & Environmental: pollen, dust mites and certain plants
People with Celiac Disease are more prone to eczema
This can be caused by a deficiency in producing the fatty acid GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) from Omega-6 sources
Helpful Remedies:
- try topical creams containing the following herbs: Nettles (Urtica Dioica), Burdock (Arctium Lappa) and Chickweed (Stellaria Media)
- oral supplements like Evening Primrose Oil is a source of GLA and an effective relief of Atopic Eczema after 4 to 8 weeks
- Borage Oil is the best to alleviate eczema as it’s high in gamma-linolenic acid, promotes elasticity and has itch-reducing properties
Psoriasis
A contributing factor could be a lack of Zinc.
Roseacea
Triggers:
- alcoholic beverages or spicy foods
- direct sunlight, harsh winds, cold temperatures
- stress & exercise
Helpful Products:
- Calendula & Arnica help fight inflammation and sooth skin
- Camellina oil calms inflammation
- Pycnogenol is an anti-oxidant that protects against skin inflammation and soothes irritated skin