7 Tips For Managing Eczema In The Winter

Wet-Wrap Therapy

Seattle Children’s Hospital mentions wet-wrap therapy as a solution for severely dry skin prone to eczema; imagine the process as a pair of pajamas equipped with their own humidifier. The wet wraps seal in moisture to the skin to do a number of things: keep moisture from seeping back out, increase the effectiveness of topical steroids for healing, and provide a barrier against scratching. It is recommended to use wet-wrap therapy only in severe cases, and it should only be done a few days at a time. The purpose is to calm a flare-up, rather than prevent one. If patients with an eczema flare-up have to face the cold during the day, this might be an essential part of their nightly routine.