Herbs and spices used for natural eczema treatment include calendula, aloe vera and neem.

Aloe Vera

Scientific name: Aloe barbadensis, Aloe vera

Other names: Lily of the desert, burn plant

Uses

Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory properties which are useful for managing the inflammation associated with eczema. Its skin soothing properties make it an effective balm for inflamed and itchy skin.

Safety Precautions

Aloe vera may cause redness, stinging and burning sensations on the application site.

Calendula

Scientific name: Calendula officinalis

Other names: Pot marigold or marigold

Properties

Calendula has anti-inflammatory properties which are useful for managing the inflammation associated with eczema. It also has skin soothing properties and moisturizing properties.

Calendula Safety Precautions

Do not use calendula if you are allergic to it or allergic to daisy or aster family plants like ragweed and chrysanthemums.

Do not use calendula if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or trying to conceive.

Drug Interactions

Avoid calendula preparations if you are taking sedatives, high blood pressure and diabetes medications.

Neem

Scientific name: Azadirachta indica

Properties

Neem oil is extracted from crushed seeds of the neem tree. It contains substances with natural anti-inflammatory activity called nimbine  and nimbidin. These are useful for managing the inflammation associated with eczema.

Safety Precautions

1. Do not take neem oil by mouth.

2. Do not use neem if you are allergic to aspirin.

3. Do not use neem if you are pregnant or trying to conceive.

4. Do not use neem on children with fevers.

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