A traditional herbal product to soothe and relieve the symptoms of eczema, particularly for dry, red, itchy eczema.

Uses:
People with eczema can be sensitive to different substances. Before using carry out a skin patch test on a small area of skin. Apply cream and leave for 24 hours. If no aggravation occurs apply to all affected areas. Allergies and essential fatty acid deficiency or imbalance are also factors related to eczema. For stubborn cases seek advice from a naturopathic/herbal medicine practitioner.

Eczema can be related to deficiency of essential fatty acids. Supplementation of the breast feeding mother with Evening Primrose Oil capsules at a dose of 3 capsules daily maybe beneficial in babies with eczema. For children 2 years and older Evening Primrose oil can be added to their food or taken as capsules. See Efamol Evening Primrose Oil for dosages for different age groups.

Key ingredients include:

* Aloe vera barbadensis - Has an emollient action soothing irritated skin and soreness.
* Brassica oleracea (Cabbage) - Has natural inflammatory properties.
* Calendula officinalis (Marigold) - Has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and skin healing properties.
* Stellaria media (Chickweed) - Soothing to itchy inflamed skin. Propolis - Has antimicrobial properties.
* Urtica urens (Nettle) - Has soothing properties, used on itchy and stinging skin.

Adults and Children: Apply a small amount to the affected area twice daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Each 1g contains:

Tincture, equiv. fresh juice:
Allium cepa, bulb 10mg
Brassica oleracea (Cabbage), leaf juice 80mg
Calendula officinalis, herb 20mg
Chelidonium majus, rhiz. 16.7mg
Hypericum perforatum, herb 16.7mg
Stellaria media, whole plant 6.7mg
Urtica urens, herb 21.3mg

Oil extract, equiv. fresh:
Hypericum perforatum, flower 15mg

Oil extract, equiv. dry:
Calendula officinalis, flower 7.3mg
Juniperus communis, herb 870mcg
Lavandula angustifolia, flower 7.3mg
Matricaria chamomilla, flower 9.9mg
Prunus spinosa, flower 2.15mg
Sambucus nigra, flower 870mcg
Urtica dioica, herb 870mcg
Viola tricolor, herb 870mcg
Aloe vera, dry leaf juice 1mg, equiv. fresh leaf juice 200mg
Coal Tar 200mcg
Graphite 500mcg
Propolis 5mg

Essential oils:
Juniper Berry Oil 500mcg
Lavender Oil 8mg

In a base containing natural vegetable oils and beeswax.

Free from synthetic fragrances, preservatives and parabens.

Not recommended for use on broken skin.
If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.

Warnings: People with eczema can be sensitive to different substances. To test, apply the cream to a small area of eczema and leave for 24 hours.
Keep out of reach of children.
For external use only.
Store below 30°C.