A Natural Way To Remove Makeup And Prevent Eczema
Make up has become a very common and necessary part of our society. Some women do not feel they can go out in public without makeup. Others may rely on makeup to cover up eczema flare ups that they would otherwise feel embarrassed about.
The problem is that if makeup is not thoroughly removed at the end of the day, it can agitate your existing facial eczema and even cause more harm. However, many cleansers that remove makeup are too strong for eczema afflicted skin. So how do you solve this problem? Fortunately, there are safe and natural alternatives that will both remove your makeup and heal your skin.
One of the very best natural cleansers available can be made at home using a combination of comfrey root, white oak bark, and slippery elm bark. Comfrey root heals wounds and will reduce your swelling. White oak nourishes your skin with B vitamins and zinc. Meanwhile, slippery elm is full of natural cleansers that will wash away both your makeup and any dirt or germs.
This is a very mild and very safe natural cleanser. Many people prefer it because it does not sting or burn eczema wounds the way traditional makeup removers do. This is especially true for eye makeup removers, because eyelid eczema greatly increases the sensitivity of the eyelids.
To make this natural cleanser, start with 2 cups of water heated over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of comfrey root, 1 teaspoon of white oak bark, and 1 teaspoon of slippery elm bark to the water and let it boil then simmer.
After 30 minutes, remove it from heat and let it cool completely. Next, strain the mixture to remove the solids. The liquid that remains you can use as a great astringent cleanser which will safely and naturally take off your makeup while fighting your eczema.