Plants To Avoid And May Be Causing Your Eczema

Poison ivy and poison oak are known world wide to cause a dermatitis type of eczema. However, they are not the only plants that can cause your eczema. If you know which plants to avoid, then you may be able to prevent your skin problems.

Many people have allergies to plants, eczema sufferers just seem to be more reactive. In general, it is good eczema advice to avoid any plants with “fuzzy” leaves. Leaves that appear to be coated in a fur have high tendency of allergic reaction.

Some plants actually irritate the skin more than causing an allergic reaction. The “juice” within the plant or its fruit will cause an irritation when they come in contact with the skin. Garlic, onions, and leeks normally fall into this category. Citrus also falls into this category and can increase your skin’s sensitivity to light, as do mangos.

Before your loved ones give you flowers, you might also think twice. Certain flowers have also been known to cause eczema. Daisies are often an allergen, along with tulips and poinsettias. Flowers with firm or stiff leaves can cause micro-cuts in your skin, triggering an eczema reaction.

If you think that your eczema might be caused by a plant, then this may limit your treatment options. Many of the best eczema natural cure options are derived from plants. Plant extracts and oils are often great for treating the skin, you just need to make sure that you avoid any plant derived products that you may be allergic to.

The best way to prevent your plant related eczema is to avoid or limit your exposure. Of course, if you may not be able to completely avoid exposure. However, you can wear latex gloves when you are handling plants to reduce your exposure. Once you can control exposure to the plants causing your eczema you may be able to prevent it entirely.