The sheer number of skincare products out there is overwhelming in itself. When you have flare-prone skin, there's an added layer of complication: Figuring out what to add to your routine can consist of researching, calling your dermatologist, and obsessively checking ingredient lists.
Certain ingredients commonly found in skincare products, like alcohol and fragrance, are known to trigger eczema and sensitive skin. However, how your skin reacts to ingredients is very personal—so just because something works for one person, doesn't mean it will work for another.
Eczema patches should be made with ingredients that are designed to help hydrate, calm, and rebuild the barrier. Keep an eye out for the following formulas.
Not sure which ingredient combination is right for your skin's needs? Take the Flare Quiz to check your stage in 60 seconds.
Why Flare-Prone Skin Needs Specific Ingredients
Eczema causes a weakened barrier, dryness, and inflammation, so your skincare should focus on being hydrating, strengthening, and calming. Because of the heightened sensitivity, it's important to choose gentle products.
Building a personalized routine for your specific skin type involves knowing the ingredients your skin likes, so make sure to document what works and what doesn't whenever you try a new product.
Flare-Care Friendly Eczema Patch Ingredients
When formulating Mind The Skin patches, our team consulted with dermatologists and researched the ingredients that support flare-prone skin during each stage of the Flare Cycle. Based on our findings, these are the most effective:
Signal Pre-Flare Patch's key actives include a multi-ceramide complex, five essential lipids to restore and rebuild the skin's protective layer; centella asiatica and madecassoside, botanical ingredients that support calm and comfort; and a hyaluronic acid complex to hydrate across all layers of skin.
Surge Active Flare Patch features Zinc Oxide, a proven mineral that supports skin comfort; ectoin, a powerful natural molecule that hydrates during environmental stress; and beta glucan, which supports the barrier and maintains hydration.
Reset Post-Flare Patch delivers niacinamide, a form of Vitamin B3 that smooths and promotes healthy-looking skin; tranexamic acid and glutathione, an amino acid and antioxidant that helps even skin tone; and ascorbyl glucoside, a gentle form of Vitamin C that supports skin radiance.
The Flare Kit was formulated with flare-prone skin in mind. It features Signal, Surge, and Reset, each of which provide the support your skin needs during Pre-Flare, Active Flare, and Post-Flare.
FAQs
What ingredients should you avoid if you have eczema?
It's generally recommended to avoid ingredients that can dry out or irritate the skin, like alcohol, fragrance, and harsh exfoliants.
Why can an ingredient help one person's eczema and irritate another's?
Everyone's skin is different, and some may simply be more sensitive to products than others. Depending on your eczema's type and severity, the barrier may not be able to tolerate certain ingredients.
How can you tell which skincare ingredients work for your eczema?
When adding a new product to your routine, start by patch testing to make sure it doesn't cause any immediate irritation. Keep track of what works with your skin by documenting how it reacts to products and their ingredients. You can also always check with your dermatologist.
What should eczema-friendly ingredients do for your skin?
Ingredients that target flare-prone skin should hydrate, soothe, and strengthen the barrier, and they should be gentle. The skin's specific needs change depending on the Flare Cycle stage, but these are the key features.