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Eczema is one of the most chronic skin ailments. It can occur to people of all age groups. However, it is more common among infants than adults. Those suffering from it face common symptoms like dry skin, swelling, redness, swelling, flaking, cracking, blisters, crusted sores and itching. From face, hands, neck and upper chest to ankles and back of the knees, it can affect various parts of the body.

In most cases eczema is a hereditary disorder. There are several other factors leading to it. A few of them include allergies, sweating, environmental irritants, and emotional stress.

If this skin ailment is not treated on time, it can cause a lot of discomfort. There are several medications available in the market for its treatment but most of them are high in chemical content. Therefore, going the natural way is the best thing to do. Let us get to know about few such home remedies to treat eczema.

­­­­­­­­­­­1. Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is quite a popular remedy to treat eczema. This is due to its anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial and antioxidant properties.

Moreover, the oil is a powerhouse of several vitamins and nutrients, such as vitamin K and E, and lauric acid. These nutrients help in combating itchiness and thus, soothe the skin. For quick results, one should opt for unrefined, virgin, cold-pressed oil.

All you need to do is dab some coconut oil on the affected area. Do it a few times in a day for quick relief.

Besides, you can also savor two to four tablespoons of coconut oil regularly to alleviate the symptoms of eczema as it boosts the immune system. Also, incorporate coconut oil in your daily cooking.

2. Turmeric

Turmeric is known to be a universal healer. That is why it is used in treating several types of skin ailments, including eczema. As per a 2010 study published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, turmeric helps in healing skin ailments due to its antioxidant properties.

It also contains a compound called curcumin, which is known to possess anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties. These qualities help in curing itching and inflammation.

Just add half teaspoon of turmeric powder in some milk to make a thick, fine paste. Apply it on the affected skin two times in a day. Do it regularly till the redness and itchiness gets reduced.

Alternately, you can mix half teaspoon of turmeric in one cup of boiling water and then, simmer it down for about 10 minutes. Once it cools down, either drink or wash the affected area with it. Do it at least three times in a day.

3. Neem

Indian lilac, also referred to as neem, is also a great cure for eczema. Several studies have proved that neem consists of anti-bacterial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties. These qualities relieve several eczema symptoms like dryness, redness, pain, swelling and inflammation.

The oil extracted from this plant is a good source of essential fatty oils and vitamin E, which ensure a moisturized skin.

All you need to do is grind one tablespoon each of turmeric root, neem leaves and sesame oil together to get a fine paste. Apply it on the affected area and then, let it dry. Later, rinse off with lukewarm water. Repeat it once in a day for about a few months.

Try another remedy using neem. Just add a few drops of neem oil in your bath water. Stir well and soak in the goodness of this anti-bacterial water for about 15 minutes. Do remember to moisturize your skin later. Do it daily for about two months.

4. Oatmeal

Oatmeal (in its ground form) is also helpful in treating eczema. This is due to the presence of anti-irritating, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties in it.

Just mix two cups of colloidal or finely ground oatmeal to your bath tub, which is filled with lukewarm water. Soak in its goodness for about 20 minutes. Afterwards, dry your skin and then, finish with a mild moisturizer.

Alternately, mix one tablespoon of cold milk in two tablespoons of colloidal oatmeal to get a thick paste. Apply it on the affected area and then, massage softly for one minute. Allow it to dry and then, wash off with cold water. Do it at least four times in a week for a few months.