For people with eczema, the skin is often dry, rough, and dull… In addition to treating eczema to prevent flare-ups, there are some safe bathing supplements that can whiten the skin.
Diluted bleach
Bathing with diluted sodium hypochlorite can help shorten flare-ups. This method is effective for patients prone to skin infections.
Add 1⁄2 cup of diluted sodium hypochlorite to a standard 151-liter bathtub of water and soak for 5-10 minutes. Then rinse with clean water, dry yourself, and apply moisturizing cream.
It is important to dilute the bleach as instructed to reduce the severity of eczema symptoms. This method helps enhance and balance the diversity of bacteria in the affected skin area during flare-ups.
Note: Do not overdose the bleach as it may cause skin irritation and other disadvantages to the body.
In addition, you can dilute vinegar with warm water for bathing. This method helps balance the pH level on the skin, has antibacterial properties, and improves eczema.
Sea salt
Dead sea salt contains minerals ten times higher than regular sea salt. Minerals such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, bromine… reduce inflammation, increase skin moisture, and stimulate the metabolism of cells, healing and regenerating inflamed or damaged skin, leaving it brighter and smoother.
Bathing in diluted dead sea salt solution is beneficial for the skin and does not cause irritation.
How to do it: Mix 500 grams of dead sea salt with 150 liters of warm water, soak in the prepared solution for about 20 minutes. Then rinse with cool water.
Oatmeal powder
Avenanthramides in oatmeal powder have anti-inflammatory properties, can remove and absorb oil, bacteria from the skin, and combat acne. Therefore, oatmeal powder is often used for excellent skin care masks.
In particular, oatmeal powder has the ability to reduce inflammation and reduce histamine release, helping to relieve itching during eczema flare-ups.
– Prepare 250g of oatmeal powder + 250ml of unsweetened fresh milk. Boil the mixture, optionally add 2-3 drops of coconut oil to moisturize and whiten the skin. Then let it cool and store in the refrigerator for gradual use. Before bathing, take out an adequate amount and apply evenly to the skin, gently massage for 20-25 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Perform 2-3 times per week.
Another way is to soak oatmeal powder in warm water for about 5 minutes until soft and evenly swollen. Mix with 1 jar of unsweetened yogurt + 2-3 tablespoons of honey + 1 egg white + 50ml of unsweetened fresh milk. Apply evenly on the body, gently massage for 15-20 minutes. Then rinse with warm water. Perform 2-3 times per week.
In addition to oatmeal powder, you can use ground whole wheat to replace it. When combined with the above ingredients, it also helps enhance the healing ability and make the skin smoother.