Eczema is a prevalent skin condition affecting both adults and children, accounting for 80-90% of skin diseases. Many individuals turn to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a complementary approach to conventional treatments, seeking holistic options to manage their symptoms.

Supports Spleen Health: Strengthens the spleen to improve overall health.

Dissipates “Damp Heat”: Helps to clear internal heat and moisture that contribute to skin issues.

Reduces Skin Inflammation: Alleviates redness and swelling associated with eczema.

Suitable for Young Children: Safe for children aged 1-2 years old.

Nourishes Blood and Moisturizes Skin: Enhances skin hydration and health.

Eczema’s underlying causes are complex and often linked to individual constitutional factors. Typically, it begins with symptoms like itchiness, dry skin, and rashes, often triggered by environmental factors. In TCM, eczema is associated with an imbalance in the body’s internal elements (Wind-Dampness-Heat), often due to excessive consumption of rich, spicy, or greasy foods. This imbalance is believed to strain the spleen, leading to an accumulation of “damp heat” and manifesting as skin inflammation.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), eczema is viewed not merely as a skin disorder but as a manifestation of internal imbalances within the body. According to TCM principles, these imbalances often involve the Spleen and are influenced by various internal and external factors.

Dampness and Spleen Health: Dampness is a significant factor in eczema according to TCM. It can be congenital or acquired through lifestyle choices. Consuming excessively spicy, oily, or dairy-rich foods can overburden the Spleen, which is essential for processing moisture and maintaining fluid balance. A weakened Spleen struggles to manage this dampness, leading to skin issues like eczema. Additionally, irregular eating patterns, chronic stress, and insufficient rest can impair Spleen function, exacerbating the condition.

Yin Deficiency: Yin represents the body’s cooling, moistening, and nourishing forces. A deficiency in Yin can lead to an excess of Yang (heat), causing an internal heat imbalance. This heat can dry out the skin, contributing to the dry, itchy, and inflamed patches characteristic of eczema. Indicators of Yin deficiency include sensations of heat, night sweats, dry mouth, and a red tongue with little coating.

Excess Heat: Excessive internal heat can inflame the skin, worsening eczema symptoms like redness and itching. This heat often arises from poor dietary habits, such as frequent consumption of hot, spicy, or fried foods. External factors like high temperatures and inadequate hydration can also increase internal heat.

External Wind: In TCM, wind is considered a major external pathogen that disrupts the body’s defenses, especially when combined with cold or dampness. Exposure to wind or drafts, particularly in air-conditioned environments, can strip the skin of its natural moisture and protective barrier, making it vulnerable to eczema.

External Dampness: Living in overly humid environments or frequent contact with water can lead to an accumulation of external dampness. This dampness can penetrate the body, especially if the skin barrier is compromised, contributing to the damp-heat that exacerbates eczema symptoms.

Herbal medicine is prescribed to nourish and improve your constitution internally, along with topical medications for external application. TCM treatment for acute eczema focuses on removing heat and promoting diuresis. For chronic eczema, the emphasis is on nourishing the blood and moisturizing the skin.