1. • Wool or synthetic fibers
   

2. • Soaps and detergents
   

3. • Some perfumes and cosmetics
   

4. • Substances such as chlorine, mineral oil, or solvents
   

5. • Dust or sand
   

6. • Cigarette smoke
   

Useful Tips

1. •Use cotton clothing where possible
   

2. • Use soap free products for bathing
   

3. • Use specially formulated shampoos
   

4. • Read the ingredients on cosmetics
   

5. • Use a non-bio washing powder and do not use fabric conditioner.
   

6. • Do not use chemical sprays and plug-ins around the home
   

7. • Cut down on harsh cleaning products
   

8. • Shower immediately after swimming in a chlorinated pool and apply a moisturiser.
   

9. • Use heavy protective gloves when working with paint or chemicals and wear a mask.
   

10. • Sore skin and sand do not mix.  Be careful of children on holidays. A beach can be nightmare.
    

11. • Avoid having anybody smoke in the home, avoid houses where there are smokers.
    

Clothing: Correct eczema clothing is so important for a good night’s sleep, to avoid irritation, and to help prevent infection:

Here are some recommended sites to visit:

Econatural:

www.econatural.ie

Pure Cotton Comfort:

www.eczemaclothing.com

Dermasilk: An Innovative and Exciting development in Eczema Care…Silk garments with anti-bacterial properties.

www.dermasilk.co.uk

Schmidt Natural Clothing:

www.naturalclothing.co.uk

Nimex Trading, Harold’s Cross Dublin:

Curaderm sleepsuits:

www.nimex.ie

Lion in the Sun: Fantastic site for cool UV clothing.  Strongly recommended for keeping sore skins safe in the sun.  Tell them you got their address from the Irish Eczema Society.
www.lioninthesun.com

The Organic Cotton Shop

www.organiccottonshop.ie