eczema

noun

ec·ze·ma | \ ig-ˈzē-mə

, ˈeg-zə-mə, ˈek-sə-

Definition of eczema

: an inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by redness, itching, and oozing vesicular lesions which become scaly, crusted, or hardened

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Skinfix has quite literally built its name on offering efficacious products that address a variety of skin concerns, including dryness and eczema. — Karina Hoshikawa, Allure, "Exclusive: Skinfix's Products Are Getting More Eco-Friendly Packaging — and Coming to Sephora," 19 Mar. 2019 My husband has even gotten into it, using it on his eczema-prone elbows and knees. — Rachel Rothman, Good Housekeeping, "Aquaphor Is the Drugstore Cure-All You Never Knew You Needed," 8 Mar. 2019 Now research from a preliminary study shows promise in treating eczema with bacteria that occur naturally on healthy skin. — Susan Kitchens, WSJ, "Bacteria May Offer New Hope for Treating Skin Disorders," 5 Feb. 2019 The bullying at Downe was so bad, apparently, that Kate developed eczema from the stress of it, her Marlborough house tutor, Joan Gall, told the Daily Mail. — Kayleigh Roberts, Marie Claire, "Kate Middleton Had to Change Schools When She Was 14 Because She Was Bullied," 29 Dec. 2018 Stress and lack of sleep can certainly lead to breakouts and exacerbate existing skin conditions, like eczema and psoriasis. — Emma Sarran Webster, Teen Vogue, "Kiernan Shipka Shared Her Natural Beauty Skin-care Routine," 17 Oct. 2018 Her favorite products include Dr. Barbara Strum Anti-aging Body Cream and NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Multi-Purpose Dry Oil for her eczema. — Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, "Go Inside Hairstylist Jennifer Yepez' Beauty Stash," 21 Dec. 2018 There are formulas that hydrate and formulas that heal—this does both, which makes sense as it's designed for eczema-prone complexions. — Sarah Wu, Glamour, "This Drugstore Baby Product Keeps My Skin Moisturized All Winter Long," 13 Dec. 2018 Some acids may not be recommended for people with sensitive skin or for people with skin conditions like rosacea, eczema or psoriasis. — Talia Abbas, SELF, "How to Pick the Right Skin-Care Acid for Your Concerns," 9 Oct. 2018

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