Other names for Dermatitis

Atopic Dermatitis
Contact Dermatitis
Eczema
Skin Inflammation

Synopsis of Dermatitis

Dermatitis is a general term for skin inflammation that results in redness, swelling, itching, irritation, and sometimes blistering, cracking, or scaling of the skin. It can range from mild irritation to severe rashes and may occur anywhere on the body. Dermatitis is not contagious, but it can significantly impact quality of life due to discomfort and cosmetic concerns.

There are several types of dermatitis, each with different causes and triggers, including genetic predisposition, allergens, irritants, immune dysfunction, and environmental factors. Flare-ups can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term), and management often focuses on identifying and avoiding triggers, soothing inflammation, and strengthening the skin barrier.

Types of Dermatitis:

• Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema): Chronic, genetic form; associated with allergies and asthma.

• Contact Dermatitis: Caused by direct contact with allergens (allergic type) or irritants (irritant type).

• Seborrheic Dermatitis: Affects oily areas like scalp, face; linked to Malassezia yeast.

• Nummular Dermatitis: Coin-shaped patches of irritated skin, often on legs or arms.

• Stasis Dermatitis: Related to poor circulation, especially in the lower legs.

Common Causes:

• Allergens (e.g., nickel, fragrances, poison ivy)

• Skin irritants (e.g., detergents, soaps, chemicals)

• Immune system dysfunction

• Genetic factors (family history of eczema or allergies)

• Dry skin (especially in winter)

• Stress (can worsen inflammation)

• Hormonal fluctuations

• Microbial imbalance (e.g., fungal overgrowth in seborrheic dermatitis)

Severity Factors:

• Chronic scratching can lead to thickened skin (lichenification) or infection.

• Persistent dermatitis can cause pigment changes (darkening or lightening of skin).

• Severe cases may interfere with sleep, work, or daily activities.

When to See a Doctor:

• Severe itching or rash that does not improve with over-the-counter treatments

• Signs of infection (redness, warmth, pus, swelling)

• Dermatitis interfering with quality of life or sleep

• Widespread rash covering large areas of the body

• Suspected allergic reactions needing confirmation and management

Natural remedies for Dermatitis

Moisturize frequently: Use fragrance-free, hypoallergenic creams or ointments.

Avoid triggers: Identify and minimize contact with known irritants and allergens.

Cool compresses: Reduce itching and inflammation.

Gentle cleansing: Use mild, non-soap cleansers; avoid hot showers.

Protect the skin: Wear protective clothing or gloves when needed.

Manage stress: Mindfulness and relaxation techniques to minimize flare-ups.

Dietary support: Anti-inflammatory diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats.

Humidify air: In dry environments to prevent skin dehydration.

Ingredients

These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Dermatitis

Allantoin
Aloe vera
alpha-pinene
alpha-terpineol
anamu
Ardisia
argan nut oil
Asteraceae
avens
azelaic acid
babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Barleria
Bassia scoparia
bee products
bee propolis
beta caryophyllene
Bidens pilosa
birch
bisabolene
bishop\'s weed
black currant
black walnut
Bombax
Boswellic Acid
burdock
Butea monosperma
Calendula
cannabidiol
cannabigerol
Cannabis sativa oil
Carthamus
carvacrol
caryophyllene
Centella asiatica
Centella triterpenes
Centipeda
chamomile
chickweed
Chinese raisintree
chlorophyllin
chrysophanics
coconut
coconut oil
colloid
commiphora
copaiba oil
Curcuma
curcumen
Curcuminoid
Dianthus
Eclipta
emu oil
Epidermal Growth Factor
ethyl linoleate
eucalyptus
Euphorbia
fang-feng
fatty acids
fibroblast growth factor
Ficus simplicissima
flavonoids
forsythia
fulvic acid
gallic acid
gallotannin
garlic bulb
geranium
ginger
Glechoma hederacea
glyceryl monolaurate
Glycyrrhetinic acid
Gnaphalium
gotu kola
green tea
heal-all
hemp
hemp oil
henna
Himalaya berry
hyaluronic acid
Hydrocolloid
Indian fagonia
iridoid glycosides
jojoba oil
Kokilaksha
Labdanum
Lactoperoxidase
Laggera pterodonta
Lantana camara
lauric acid
Leptospermum scoparium
lichen
linseed oil
Litsea
Macaranga indica
Mahonia
mallow
Malva sylvestris
mangostin
marigold
Marine colloids
Marking Nut Tree
melaleuca alternifolia
Melia
Menthol oil
Milkweed
Mugwort
Neem tree
Niacinamide (vitamin B3)
Nigella seed
oregon grape
oriental arborvitae
Oxystelma
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)
Pansit-pansitan
Panthenol
Paris polyphylla
Patrinia
Pentacyclic triterpenoids
Peptides
phenolic compounds
Phyllanthus
plantain
polyphenols
pomegranate
Propolis
purified silver
quercetin
resveratrol
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rosemary
rosmarinic acid
rue
Salvia
Sandalwood
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
Self-Heal
Sensitive Plant
Sesbania
Shark Liver Oil
Sichuan Lovage
Sicklepod
siler root
Silk protein
Solanaceae
Sophora
Southern Tsangshu
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
Sphaeranthus indicus
Squalene
Storax
Sweet Annie
Tea Tree Oil
Terpenoids
Terpinen-4-ol
Thymol
Thymoquinone
Thymus
turmeric
Violet
vitamin A
vitamin D
vitamin E
Witch Hazel
Wrightia tinctoria
xanthium (cockleburs)
Zinc
Zingiberene