Practical routines and habits that protect your skin barrier between clinic visits.
Moisturising is not optional — it is the cornerstone of eczema management. Apply a generous layer of emollient at least twice daily and always within three minutes of bathing, while skin is still damp.
Hot water strips natural oils. Use lukewarm water and limit baths or showers to ten minutes. Pat skin dry gently — never rub with a rough towel.
The soak-and-seal method: soak in plain water for ten minutes, pat dry, apply medicated cream if prescribed, then immediately cover with a thick emollient layer.
Itch often worsens at night. Cool compresses, distraction techniques, and sedating antihistamines (when recommended by your physician) can help. For children, cotton gloves at bedtime protect skin from unconscious scratching.
Bring all skincare, haircare, and household products to your appointment. Our nurses will review ingredient lists and suggest alternatives free from common irritants and allergens.