Skin problems such as eczema or psoriasis often give an awful and embarrassing feeling. You may even hesitate to go out, meet your friends or become social. However, seeking a perfect cure that will relieve you from these conditions is better than anything.

There are several treatments available, mostly consisting of topical creams, to get rid of these skin diseases. We will look into those cures, but before that let’s get familiar with these diseases.

What is Eczema?

Eczema is a skin condition that makes the skin inflamed and irritated. It affects around 3% of adults and children and 10-20 % of infants in the United States. Some experience it till 10 years of age while others continue with symptoms throughout the life.

When immune system is over-reactive to irritants, eczema can be developed. It mostly affects face, wrists, back of the knees, hands or feet. Itchy, dry, scaly and thickened skin and sometimes rashes are developed in people with eczema.  

Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema. Atopic means a group of diseases with an inherited tendency that develops allergies like asthma or hay fever. It causes severe itching, dry skin or red rashes and is comparatively common in children and infants.

What is Psoriasis?  

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease in which skin cells are generated and developed so fast that skin becomes white, thick, silvery and even red skin patches are developed. Psoriasis generally affects scalp, elbows, knees, hands, feet and lower back.

This is an embarrassing skin condition and is quite common in adults. The root cause is supposed to be an over-reactive immune system which causes inflammation and flaking of the skin.

Treatment For Eczema, Atopic dermatitis And Psoriasis:

FDA has approved topical immunomodulators (TIMs) for mild to moderate eczema. OTC drugs containing hydrocortisone, corticosteroids or antihistamines can also be used by consulting with your doctor. Proper skin care is imperative for treating and preventing psoriasis. Aloe Vera is effective against psoriasis.
Coresatin® Nonsteroidal Cream Therapy for Inflammatory Skin Conditions is another topical treatment for above skin diseases. You can buy this herbal cream online at reasonable price at online herbs.