Evening Primrose Oil

Evening primrose oil is especially beneficial for inflammation of an eczema skin rash.  This powerful oil contains high amounts of both vitamin A and Gamma Linoleic Acid, an essential omega-6 essential fatty acid.  These properties in the oil helps to alleviate symptoms, reducing the need for medicated creams including topical corticosteroids.  Evening Primrose oil can be taken orally via capsules or liquid, and it can also be applied externally to the cracked and sore areas of the skin.

Echinacea

One of the most effective eczema rash treatment is strengthening the immune system.  Echinacea counters eczema rashes by stimulating the immune system by stimulating white blood cells.  Echinacea  can also help to soothe eczema irritation externally. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals containing iron, calcium, manganese, phosphorous, zinc, and vitamin B.  Echinacea can be taken internally via capsules or tea, and applied externally using a tincture.

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus is a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory essential oil that can help control eczema flare-ups.  Eucalyptus oil works by stimulating blood circulation and has a calming and cooling effect on irritated skin.  And like echinacea, eucalyptus also stimulates your immune function.  Before applying eucalyptus oil (or any essential oil) to the skin, the oil should be diluted in a carrier oil (i.e. sweet almond oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, etc.) to avoid further irritation and burning.  Eucalyptus can be applied throughout the day as needed for itch relief.  Eucalyptus is also great for treating a baby eczema rash.

Evening Primrose oil, echinacea, and eucalyptus are all potent herbals that you can add to your eczema-fighting arsenal.  As with any herb, you must be careful of possible allergies and any other adverse reactions.  When applying any of the herbs, do a small skin patch test to assess any reactions.