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Searching for Relief From EczemaPosted By Mix (Gauteng South Africa) on 11/12/2025
My daughter in law is a very hypoallergenic and struggles with autoimmune diseases(asthma, eczema, itchy & mucus in the eyes) looking for some detox protocol or supplements that can really helps solve this long term. It has flared up at the moment with eczema on her elbow, wrist, back of neck and mucus in the eyes.
Thank you so much
Mickie
Replied by Art (California) on 11/12/2025
Did you try the melatonin lotion your dad is using? I have had a report that it helps and studies suggest the same.
Art
Replied by Mix (Gauteng) on 11/14/2025
Hi ArtNo I did not suggest it, should she just use it on the eczema? how many times a day?
Thanks so much
Replied by Vera (Colorado) on 11/12/2025
Mix, I would start with eliminating commercial detergents, and also if she uses those fabric softening sheets or liquids, they are just terrible in provoking a reaction. Stop those, or just add a bit of vinegar to rinses.Switching to "free and clear" natural detergent made from plants will go a long way toward desensitization.
Also, commercial "soap bars" are not soap, they are detergents. Switching to real old fashioned soap will help too. Detergents damage the skin barrier.
Replied by Daniel (Illinois) on 11/13/2025
Topical issues usually have a intestinal ediology. Many times you're dealing with Candida.Replied by Mix (Gauteng) on 11/14/2025
Hi Daniel, what would you suggest? Perhaps the Borax Candida protocol? How could she identify that it is Candida?Thank you so much
Replied by Mix (Gauteng) on 11/14/2025
Hi Vera, she does not use commercial soap. She had it under control but it has flared up.Thank you
Replied by Vera (Colorado) on 11/15/2025
Mix, no commercial detergents or fabric softerners for washing clothes? That's good, then. Does she know how to knock out the itch?Replied by Mix (Gauteng) on 11/16/2025
Hi VeraWhat is knock out the itch?
Thanks
Replied by Art (California) on 11/14/2025
Hi Mix,Twice a day to affected area applied sparingly.
Art
Replied by Eoost (Chicago, IL) on 11/15/2025
I might recommend trying topical ivermectin (horse paste). It is great for skin conditions! I use it as a preventative every day on my face! Here in the US you can get it at your local farm store but I’m not sure about where you are. Totally worth a try! Search up “Ivermectin for eczema” on Instagram and you’ll find people talking about it.Another thing I suggest looking into is Nicotine Patch Therapy. That is supposed to get to and heal the root cause of things in your body. Search up Dr. Brian Ardis and “pretty sick heather” and you’ll find info on that! I’ve also been using this every day for the last 6 months and it eliminated my joint pain, stiffness, and menopausal symptoms! I’ll never stop using it!
Replied by Hollyhock (America) on 11/16/2025
Eoost, what nicotine mg do you use? I have read that some people cut them into halves or quarters. Do you have to continue to wear them the rest of your life? Any side effects such as dizziness?Replied by Madelyn (Idaho) on 11/19/2025
Hi Eoost, interesting that the nicotine relieved your menopausal symptoms. Another woman I met said nicotine caused her body to go into menopause, so she stopped wearing them and her cycles became pre-menopausal again.can you share more about which menopausal symptoms were relieved from using nicotine?
Replied by Eoost (Chicago, IL) on 12/01/2025
Hi! I use the Rugby brand but I've heard some can be fake on Amazon-I do buy from the Rugby Store through Amazon. I buy the 21mg and cut in thirds (7mg) and wear one 24 hours-I change every night after I shower. I'm currently on a break for a week just to see what happens-no addiction feeling so that's good! I'll go back on soon. I've never had dizziness but I started by cutting into like 2mg strips for 3 days then 4mg for 3 days and so on..and keeping on with a bandaidReplied by Eoost (Chicago, IL) on 12/01/2025
The best part was that I lost 16 pounds! It was over the course of 12+weeks but an awesome perk! I also had a weird moodiness and almost a depression that went away and hot flashes are pretty much gone. At the start of this year I began to feel WAY OFF and now I just feel more balanced.Replied by Madelyn (Idaho) on 12/04/2025
That’s wonderful Eoost!thank you for sharing. I’ve got a 3.5mg nicotine patch on right now. I’ll probably increase to 7mg next week. I could definitely afford to lose some weight as I’m about 10 pounds over my healthy weight. I’ve only worn the patch for a few days now, and haven’t noticed much. I’ll give it much longer to see any benefit. I do know Dr Bryan Ardis wears a patch daily for continuous detox and virus prevention.
Replied by Eoost (Chicago, IL) on 12/06/2025
Sorry Madelyn, I missed your post. The menopausal symptoms it helped me with were hot flashes, intense night sweats, brain fog and memory (although that seems still be a thing and tends to be a part of growing up :), moodiness and the awkward weight in weird places. I started it for joint pain and after time realized it helped with these things.A major menopausal symptom I had was vaginal dryness. The patch didn’t help with that but Sea Buckthorn was a God send for this issue. Just thought I’d share that! I got mine off Amazon: NusaPure Sea Buckthorn Omega.
Replied by Vera (Colorado) on 11/17/2025
Mix, I was wondering if she knows how to get rid of the itch. Most eczemas itch something awful...Replied by Mix (Gauteng) on 11/20/2025
Hi Vera, do you have any advice on how to get rid of the itch?Replied by Vera (Colorado) on 11/22/2025
Mix, yes, I do. It's surprisingly easy to get rid of the itch for several hours. And the treatment can be repeated at will.Put the itchy wrist under the faucet, and turn on the hot water. As it gets warmer and wamer, wait until it get as hot as you can stand, then yank your hand away. The itch is usually gone. If not, the second application will do the trick.
For the neck, a wet hot rag might do it, or just take a shower as hot as you can stand it.
Heat induces the cells to release histamine. The relief is immediate. Try it, you'll love it! :-)
Replied by Hollyhock (America) on 12/02/2025
Thankyou for the information Eoost! But one more question,,,, are you able to sleep? I've read that the nicotine can cause insomnia. Thanks again!Replied by Eoost (Chicago, IL) on 12/02/2025
I have never had issues sleeping. I also take Magnesium Glycinate, 5-HTP, and L-tryptophan 20-30 min before I go to bed. Usually I can’t stay awake after 20 minutes.I should elaborate on the joint pain, which is what I started on the patch for. It was so bad I couldn’t open my water bottle and getting out of bed every morning was painful! After about a month on the patch I don’t even remember the pain! Sometimes it comes back in my hands if I’m over using them but really the pain is non existent.
I also give it to my 13 yo (lower dose) for his ADHD. He can finally focus and complete his homework with almost no help! I used to have to sit next to him and keep him on task but now I can do whatever else needs to be done around the house! I LOOOOVE THIS STUFF!
Replied by Madelyn (Idaho) on 12/07/2025
Hi Eoost,So glad to see your reply. Thanks for sharing such helpful info!
I’ve only worn a nicotine patch for 5 days and the pain in my left hip that’s bothered me for well over a year is gone. It sounds like nicotine had a very positive impact on hormone balance for you. That’s quite encouraging, since I wanted to use nicotine for the other health benefits but was somewhat dissuaded due to its potential to disrupt hormones. I think it’s quite safe either way since any hormonal impact is temporary. So far I feel great.
I love sea buckthorn. I haven’t taken recently so I appreciate the recommendation. I need to get some!
