Honey, poultices, oats... natural remedies against eczema.

Among the natural ingredients used to alleviate eczema, we also find green clay and aloe vera gel. These two compounds have anti-inflammatory and healing properties, allowing them to act on the redness and itching caused by eczema. As for the clay, which comes in powder form, it is often mixed with mineral water to create a smooth paste. The paste is then left to rest before being gently applied to itchy areas for about thirty minutes. It should be noted that while the properties of green clay have been demonstrated in studies, the effect of this type of poultice on eczema has not been scientifically proven.

The aloe vera gel can also be used to soothe eczema and is indeed considered a natural dressing. Applying pure aloe vera gel to lesions can accelerate healing while moisturizing the skin. Its healing properties are largely due to the acemannan it contains, a polysaccharide that stimulates angiogenesis as well as the production of collagen and glycosaminoglycans. Aloe vera gel is also capable of inhibiting the production of certain pro-inflammatory cytokines, thus reducing redness and itching.

Beyond its gustatory properties, honey is an excellent anti-inflammatory and healing agent. Studies have highlighted its benefits on eczema lesions and have shown that the application of honey helps to reduce them and decrease itching sensations. Researchers found that after two weeks of daily application, the SCORAD had decreased by 80%.

From a mechanistic perspective, honey stimulates the production of B and T lymphocytes, enabling the release of antibodies. Furthermore, the phenolic compounds and flavonoids contained in honey lead to the suppression of pro-inflammatory activities of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) and inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS). These molecules are notably involved in the production of prostaglandins, neurotransmitters that contribute to the dilation of blood vessels and sensitivity to pain.

Oats are another natural ingredient often used to soothe sensitive, irritated, or eczema-affected skin. Several studies have confirmed its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, notably derived from beta-glucan, one of its key components. This molecule works by inhibiting the activity of several inflammation markers, such as interleukins 1, 6, 10, and 12 (IL-1, IL-6, IL-10, and IL-12), tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α), and cyclooxygenase (COX).

The effects of oatmeal on eczema were investigated in a recent study where about thirty people applied a cream containing 1% oatmeal for fourteen days, while another thirty people applied a standard cream without oatmeal. At the end of the experiment, the scientists observed a 51% decrease in the severity score of atopic dermatitis in those who applied the oatmeal-based cream. They also noted an improvement in overall skin hydration and its barrier function.

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