Eyelid Dermatitis

Hi, Nanette

My eyelid dermatitis started more than 10 years ago, and every time I see my doctor and he gives me hydrocortisone cream and every time I stop using it, it gets itchy, blisters, develops redness, swelling, and sometimes oozes within a couple of days!

I know I shouldn't use hydrocortisone for long periods of time, especially a sensitive area like eyelids. I tried many non steroid products but nothing works. What can I do?

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by: Nanette from Skin-Remedies.com

Hello,

First know that dryness on the eyelid area is a common condition in which the upper layer of the skin, the epidermis, turns itchy, tight, and rough and may produce bumps.

Applying hydrocortisone cream to sensitive areas such as the eyelids can be particularly devastating. Skin is thinner and more folds exist which can cause medications to penetrate more deeply. My strong recommendation is that people should be on their strictest guard about over the counter as well as prescribed use of hydrocortisone. Continued use of topical steroid creams containing hydrocortisone can cause the skin to develop a resistance (called tachyplaxis) to the medication especially after 10 years as you described, so I recommend that you avoid using it.

Also, sensitivity to certain soaps and lotions that contain harmful synthetic ingredients that are harsh and corrosive to your skin can also cause or exacerbate your problem.

What you will want to do is cleanse with warm (not hot) water and use a mild, non-soap wash that is hypo-allergenic and fragrance free. It is important that it contain only natural ingredients filled with nutrients that will begin moisturizing your skin. Our FACE & BODY WASH will do just that and begin the healing process as well.

Further, most soaps (even those listed as gentle or doctor recommended) are extremely drying - this is NOT the result you are looking for. Additionally, always avoid harsh, grainy scrubs as these can irritate your skin.

Next, in caring for your dry eyelid syndrome, it is important to couple your skin care with a cream that is specially formulated for the face and neck. It must be a fragrance free, all natural and deep moisturizing face cream. I recommend staying away from anything that even has a hint of fragrance! I can't tell you how many people I see that use products that are loaded with perfume. Our FACE & NECK THERACREAM can be used around the eyelid area as well as facial and neck area with incredible reparative results while additionally stopping the itching associated with this condition. This cream has amazing anti-inflammatory properties as well. Repair with our FACE & NECK THERACREAM begins 7 layers down and adds much needed moisture to the skin.

Please keep me posted on your progress.

Warm Regards,
Nanette

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