Skin Conditions
Eczema treatment – break the itch cycle and restore your barrier
Eczema is more than dry skin. It's a leaking barrier, an overreacting immune system, and an itch that disrupts sleep, focus, and quality of life. You deserve more than just moisturizing and hoping.
Why does eczema flare up?
Eczema – or atopic dermatitis in its most common form – affects around 20 percent of all children and up to 10 percent of adults. It's an inflammatory condition where the skin barrier is weakened, allowing moisture to escape and irritants to penetrate.
The result is a vicious cycle: the barrier leaks, skin dries out, the immune system responds with inflammation, you scratch, and the scratching further damages the barrier. This itch-scratch cycle is eczema's most tormenting aspect and what makes the condition so hard to break.
Behind eczema lies a complex web of genetics, immunology, and environment. Filaggrin mutations affect barrier construction. Th2-dominated immune response drives inflammation. Modern lifestyle factors – over-hygiene, processed food, stress, pollution – worsen the picture. Conventional treatment with corticosteroid creams provides temporary relief but thins the skin with prolonged use.
Daily habits that strengthen eczema-prone skin
Moisturize on damp skin
Apply barrier-supporting products right after showering while skin is still slightly moist. This traps water molecules in the skin and provides better barrier effect than applying to dry skin.
Keep nails short
Nighttime itching leads to unconscious scratching that damages the barrier. Short, smooth-filed nails reduce damage drastically – especially important for children.
Choose natural fabric clothing
Cotton and silk irritate less than synthetics and wool. Wash new clothes before wearing and skip fabric softener – it leaves chemical residue against the skin.
Keep the bedroom cool
Heat and sweat trigger itching. A cool bedroom (18–20°C) and thin layers make nights more bearable and reduce nocturnal scratching.
Support your gut flora
Research shows strong connections between the gut microbiome and eczema. Probiotics, fermented foods, and fiber-rich diets can reduce eczema severity from the inside.
Natural eczema treatment that builds the barrier from within
The endocannabinoid system plays a key role in skin barrier function, inflammation, and itch signaling. In eczema, this system is imbalanced, and the skin lacks the tools to break the inflammatory cycle on its own.
DUO TA-DA combines CBD and CBG that work together to calm inflammation and support barrier rebuilding. CBG has shown a particular ability in studies to modulate the immune response in the skin – exactly what eczema-prone skin needs.
TA-DA Serum with concentrated CBG can be applied directly to active eczema areas for targeted relief. The DUO-kit with The ONE and I LOVE provides daily base treatment that strengthens overall skin resilience. Clean, gentle, fragrance-free – just nourishing ingredients your skin recognizes.
Products we recommend
Save €60DUO kit + TA-DA Serum
The full routine in one: three products that help skin become calmer, stronger and more resilient.
Save €34DUO kit
Two face oils, one for morning and one for evening. Simple skincare that works with your skin, not against it.
TA-DA Serum
A CBG-powered serum that seals in moisture and adds glow, whatever the season.
Frequently asked questions
Can this replace corticosteroid cream?
We don't recommend stopping prescription treatment without consulting your doctor. Many use our products as a complement to reduce steroid dependence over time, but this should happen in dialogue with your physician.
Are the products safe for severe eczema?
Our products contain no known eczema triggers like fragrance, alcohol, or preservatives. For severe eczema, we recommend patch testing first and introducing gradually.
Does it work on children's eczema?
The ingredients are gentle enough for sensitive skin, but we always recommend consulting your child's doctor before introducing new products, especially for young children.
How quickly does the itching ease?
Many experience a calming effect from the first application, but lasting improvement in barrier function takes 2–4 weeks of regular use.
Sources
- Byrd AL, Belkaid Y, Segre JA. The human skin microbiome. Nat Rev Microbiol 2018;16(3):143–155.
- Salem I, Ramser A, Isham N, Ghannoum MA. The Gut Microbiome as a Major Regulator of the Gut-Skin Axis. Front Microbiol 2018;9:1459.
- Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci 2017;19(1):70.
Article reviewed by Christopher Genberg, founder of 1753 SKINCARE.
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