Skin type: Neurodermitis
Signs, triggers and care products for neurodermatis or irritated skin
Skin appearance:
- red, scaly, sometimes weeping eczema, associated with severe itching in the acute phase
- the skin is dry and dull due to a subfunction of the sebaceous and sweat glands
- progresses in phases (with and without symptoms)
- typical areas affected: arm bends, back of the knees, neck and face
- hypersensitivity to chemical, physical and mechanical stimuli
- increased reaction to mental factors (stress)
Affected persons / measures:
- 15 % of people in western countries (increasing tendency)
- about 4 million people in Germany
- often begins in early childhood with a tendency to improve when growing up
- consistent skin care is absolutely essential in order to prevent skin problems
General information:
Neurodermatitis is an inflammatory skin disease, probably resulting from hypersensitivity of the immune system. Almost 15 % of people in western countries (industrial nations) are affected.
Neurodermatitis often begins in early childhood and usually improves during the years. It occurs in phases and has an individual appearance that depends on the person's age. Arm bends, back of the knees as well as neck and face are particularly affected.
During an acute phase, the affected areas show red, scaly, sometimes also weeping eczema in a rather progressive appearance. The skin’s content of urea is considerably reduced here.
During a phase without symptoms, the skin is extremely dry and sensitive, so it is important to give consistent care to the skin during this phase as well.
Next to an intensive skin care in all phases of neurodermatitis, affected persons should pay attention to other aspects in their life:
- eat fully-fledged food avoiding acid-formers and food additives to detoxify and stabilise the immune system
- use organic detergents without fabric softeners, prefer organic cleaning products to avoid sensitising substances
- wear clothes made of cotton, linen or silk which are more pleasant for irritated skin than synthetics
- develop strategies to avoid stress - stress can be the reason for an acute phase
BIOTURM offers a wide range of natural cosmetic products specially designed for the care of neurodermatitis or irritated skin.
Recommended cleansing products:
Content: 200 ml (€71.80* / 1 litre)
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Recommended care products for the acute phase
Content: 50 ml (€299.00* / 1 litre)
Recommended products for permanent care
Content: 200 ml (€99.75* / 1 litre)
Content: 50 ml (€219.00* / 1 litre)
Content: 200 ml (€89.75* / 1 litre)
Content: 200 ml (€94.75* / 1 litre)
Content: 50 ml (€239.00* / 1 litre)
Content: 75 ml (€239.33* / 1 litre)