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Eczema: Understanding Your Skin

Dry, itchy, easily irritated skin does better with fewer ingredients. Here is what to look for, what to skip, and a simpler routine.

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Eczema at a glance

Eczema at a Glance

Here are the key things to know about Eczema, from common triggers to helpful ingredients. Tap a card to jump to that section.

Causes & Triggers Eczema can be triggered by environmental factors, irritants, allergens and stress. Common Symptoms Dry, red, itchy and inflamed skin are the most common signs. Helpful Ingredients Certain ingredients can help soothe, hydrate and support your skin barrier. Ingredients to Avoid Some ingredients can irritate sensitive skin and may trigger flare-ups.

The basics

Understanding Eczema

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a common, long-term skin condition. Skin that is prone to eczema tends to lose moisture easily and react to things that other skin ignores, like fragrance, harsh cleansers, weather changes, and rough fabrics.

There is no single cause and no cure, and every person's triggers are a little different. What most people with eczema-prone skin have in common is that a gentle, consistent routine is easier to live with than a complicated one.

Cleure was created with eczema in mind. Every product is fragrance-free, dye-free, sulfate free, and formulated without common irritants, so you can build a routine around what your skin tolerates. Our body lotion, shampoo, and conditioner carry the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance.

The triggers

What to know about Eczema

Common triggers

Fragrance and essential oils
Sulfates (SLS) and other harsh cleansers
Heavy, occlusive creams that trap irritants
Fluoride toothpaste around the mouth
Hot water, over-washing, and dry weather
Stress and lack of sleep

What it can look like

Dry, rough, or flaking skin
Itching, sometimes before a rash appears
Red or inflamed patches
Cracked skin that can sting or weep
Patches that come and go in flares

What helps day to day

Keep the routine short: cleanse, moisturize, sunscreen, done
Choose fragrance-free everything, including hair care and toothpaste
Moisturize within a few minutes of bathing while skin is still damp
Use lukewarm water and a gentle, sulfate-free cleanser
Patch-test any new product on the inside of your arm for 24 to 48 hours
Talk with your dermatologist about a plan for flares

Key ingredients

Ingredients to Look For

These ingredients can help hydrate, soothe and support your skin barrier. They are often well tolerated by sensitive skin, but every person's skin is unique.

Glycerin

A humectant that draws water into the skin and helps it hold on to moisture.

Shea butter

A rich, plant-derived emollient that softens and helps seal in moisture.

Sodium hyaluronate

The salt form of hyaluronic acid; binds many times its weight in water.

Ingredients to Avoid

These ingredients may be too harsh for sensitive skin and can trigger irritation or flare-ups.

Fragrance
Sulfates (SLS)
Harsh surfactants
Parabens

This is not an exhaustive list. Always check product labels and work with your healthcare provider to find what works best for you.

Product recommendations

Build a gentle Eczema-friendly routine

A simple, consistent routine can help keep your skin comfortable and supported. These Cleure products are formulated without fragrance, dyes or harsh irritants.

Glycerin Face & Body Soap Bar (3 oz)

$8.00

Shea Butter Body Lotion

$30.00

Gentle Hydrating Facial Cleanser (8 oz)

$19.00

SLS-Free Shampoo (12 oz)

$22.00

Fragrance-Free Hair Conditioner (12 oz)

$22.00

Frequently asked questions

Eczema Questions, Answered

Are Cleure products safe for eczema-prone skin?

Cleure products are formulated without fragrance, dyes, sulfates, and other common irritants, and our Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body lotion carry the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. They are not a treatment for eczema. If you have very reactive skin, patch-test first and check with your dermatologist.

Which product should I start with?

Most customers start with the Glycerin Face & Body Bar and the Shea Butter Body Lotion, then add the Gentle Hydrating Facial Cleanser and fragrance-free shampoo and conditioner so the whole routine is irritant-free.

Why does my toothpaste matter for my skin?

Toothpaste sits on the skin around your mouth twice a day. Fluoride, flavor, and foaming agents can irritate sensitive skin there. Cleure toothpaste is fluoride-free, SLS-free, and available unflavored.

What if I have a reaction?

Stop using the product. For a severe reaction, contact your physician or emergency services. We recommend testing any new product on a small area of skin and waiting 24 to 48 hours before full use.

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Cleure products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Many customers with sensitive skin tell us a simpler, fragrance-free routine is easier to live with. If you have questions about Eczema, talk with your dermatologist or physician.