It isn’t always easy to understand the differences between dry skin, eczema and dermatitis. Here are some insights into what may be affecting your skin.
Dry skin is dull, rough, inflamed, with or without redness. It can tingle, pull, itch and become flaky. These signs point to a lack of lipids, which are natural fats, because the hydrolipidic film does not produce enough sebum, a natural lubricant.
Contact dermatitis causes localized patches of dry skin with redness and itchiness brought about by the skin’s reaction to an irritant or allergen, like a chemical agent, detergent, nickel or fragrance.
Eczema is irritated, reddened skin on the face or body that itches, scabs, cracks and blisters. This type of condition, which makes skin prone to allergic reactions, is very common, especially in newborns. Learn more about chronic and acute eczema.