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What is eczema? Is there a cure for eczema?Eczema, also called dermatitis, is an acute or chronic, non-contagious inflammation and irritation of the skin, caused by an overactive response by the body's immune system. Eczema is characterized by redness, itching and inflammation of the skin that can lead to breaks in the skin. Once the skin is dry, cracked and flaky, bacteria can enter. When the itching becomes unbearable, people will scratch the dry skin, causing more infection. Body liquid, puss or blood can exit the eczema rash and become more and more infected.
Eczema can occur at any age from an infant, small child, teenager, adult and seniors. Eczema can be a hereditary disorder that causes immediate immunologic reactions to various internal and external influences such as pollen, dust, insect bites, foods etc. Common reactions include hay fever, asthma and other allergic reactions. 10-20% of the U.S. population is affected by atopic eczema. Children are most prone to get eczema rashes, more so than adults, which can lead later on to other allergies such as hay fever and asthma.
There is no cure for eczema. The skin of a person suffering from eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and rashes, seems to not be able to hold in moisture as much as normal skin does. If the dry skin eczema keeps breaking out at the same spot over and over again, the skin will take on a 'leathery' look. The skin will continue to break, dry, crack, sometimes leak fluid, puss or blood when infected and after scratching. Eczema natural remedy to help heal dry, itchy, flaky skin, include the use of Propolis Soap, Manuka Oil and Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion.
Dry skin eczema is a disease that affects every person in a slightly different way. Some people are allergic to just about anything, while others may suffer from only one or two triggers. By consciously controlling and possibly eliminating triggers, eczema can be held in check, so most people can live a normal life with their families as well as at work and play. Eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis are not contagious, meaning they can not be passed on from person to person.
However, when the dry, flaky skin plagued with an eczema rash causes severe itching, that is an invitation to take care of that craving. The itch / scratch cycle can severely interfere with daily activities at work, in sports and even rob the person of their sleep, needed to give the skin the needed rest for repair. Once the skin is scratched open to the point of open cracks and bleeding, bacteria can enter and cause infection.
Are there different types of eczema?
Following is a list of various types of eczema and eczema treatment suggestions:
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| Atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis, is closely linked to asthma and hay fever. This condition affects both children and adults and seems to run in the family. The most important thing to keep under control is the itch / scratch cycle. The itching, also called pruritis, can be very strong and interfere with everyday life. The skin of people suffering from atopic eczema, seem to not be able to keep moisture in the skin as much as in normal skin. Therefore the skin gets dry, red, cracky, inflamed and infected if scratched. Wash skin with propolis soap. Propolis soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka oil has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and also helps to lock in moisture. In addition, you can also use Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to keep the skin moist and smooth. |
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| allergic contact eczema / contact dermatitis |
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| Allergic contact eczema / allergic contact dermatitis can affect the entire body. Anything the body gets in contact with can set off an immune system reaction. Clothing that has been washed in an detergent you are allergic to, perfumes, pollen etc. To avoid repeated contact with such substances, be aware of what sets of the reaction and minimize, reduce or avoid such exposure all together. |
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| irritant contact eczema / contact dermatitis |
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| Irritant contact eczema or contact dermatitis is caused by every chemicals and detergents that we get in contact with. Usually the hands are effected. To help avoid irritant contact eczema, keep skin well hydrated with Royal Jelly Hand & Body lotion and use natural, non irritating dish soap and clothing detergents. You may also want to stay away from perfumes. |
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| infantile seborrhoeic eczema |
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| Infantile seborrhoeic eczema, or cradle cap, is typically found in babies less than 12 months old and seems to vanish a couple of months later. Even though the eczema rash looks irritated, it does not seem to bother the baby. However, keep the skin well hydrated using gentle baby skin lotion and oils to lock in moisture. |
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| Adult seborrhoeic eczema is found in people between the ages 20-40 and typically starts on the scalp as dandruff. However it can spread to the face, ears, neck and chest. The skin gets red, inflamed, itchy and flaky. This condition could be caused by yeast growth. Wash the skin with propolis soap and apply manuka oil thereafter. For the dandruff, add 20-30 drops of manuka oil into your regular 12 oz size shampoo and conditioner and gently massage scalp with shampoo. Wash out shampoo and apply conditioner. Let conditioner soak for 3-5 minutes before washing off. |
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| Varicose eczema is caused by poor circulation and seems to affect people ages 55+. Usually the skin around the ankles is affected becoming red, inflamed and itchy. If ignored, varicose eczema can break the skin and cause an ulcer. Treat varicose eczema immediately with propolis soap and manuka oil. If you are already experiencing an ulcer, apply active manuka honey to a sterile gauze, then apply gauze with honey attached to ulcer. Apply larger patch of gauze on top of first gauze and apply friendly skin tape to keep the gauze in place. |
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| Discoid eczema is described as displaying round, circle, coin shaped areas of red skin appearing on the chest, back and lower legs. Discoid eczema can also be in form of little blister-like bubbles that itch. Wash skin with propolis soap and apply manuka oil thereafter. Manuka Oil is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and keeps the skin moist and hydrated. |
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Who can get eczema? Infants, children, teenagers, adults, the elderly?
Eczema can affect all ages groups from infants, toddles, young children, teenagers, adults as well as the elderly. The severity of the disease can vary from mild eczema symptoms such as red, itchy and flaky skin to severe skin conditions including the breaking of the skin, infection, bleeding, puss and oozing of bodily fluids. Even though the skin of people suffering from eczema does not look appealing at all, eczema is not contagious.
What are the Triggers and Symptoms of Eczema?
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Eczema / Dermatitis Triggers:
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- fragrances, perfumes
- soaps
- detergents
- foods (eggs, milk, peanuts, soy, wheat, fish)
- inhaled allergens (dust mites, animal dander, and pollen)
- climate changes noticeable in temperature and moisture of the air
- emotions
- stress
- sweat can irritate open dermatitis
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- itchiness
- wanting to scratch
- itch / scratch cycle
- dry skin
- flaky, scaly skin
- cracked skin
- dry, irritated, leathery skin
- skin can ooze clear liquid, blood or puss if infected
- mrsa infection
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How can I prevent getting eczema?
There is no known preventive measure that could be taken to completely avoid getting eczema, also called dermatitis. However there are various things one can do, in order to keep eczema in check and also minimize the number of out breaks by following these tips:
- avoid drying out the skin
- use non irritating, fragrance-free soaps, shampoos, conditioners
- after washing the body, apply moisturizers to keep the skin hydrated and free of cracks and possible infection
- if you live in a climate with low humidity and either hot or cold air, that climate condition can be your constant source of triggering eczema. This type of climate will remove moisture from your skin, aiding in dermatitis outbreaks
- viral infections are also very common such as the herpes simplex
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- Over 85% of the people suffering from eczema have the bacteria staphylococcus aureus on the skin. When the skin is dry, itchy and breaks, bacteria can enter. Staph must be treated quickly and properly
- avoid perfumes, unless you find one that does not irritate your skin or apply perfume externally over clothing, avoiding direct skin contact
- try to keep emotions under control, as any strong emotion such as anger, stress, embarrassment can cause the skin to flush. This can make the skin itchy, which can lead to scratching
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What kinds of tests can be done to determine if I have eczema?
There are various types of tests that can be done, to test for eczema / dermatitis, such as a blood test or skin tests.
1. Blood Test:
In the blood test, the lab would be looking for high levels of eosinophils, an indicator of an allergic reaction going on in the body. Another test can check for IgE levels in the body. The IgE result is elevated in people, suffering from atopic diseases including dermatitis.
2. Skin Test:
In order to rule out other skin diseases such as psoriasis or skin canker, a small skin biopsy can be taken and examined for eczema.
3. Patch Testing:
If a person thinks that they are suffering from contact eczema, the doctor can place small amounts of a substance that the patient may be allergic to, to the skin and observe the skins reaction. This way certain substances can be ruled out of causing contact eczema while other substances need to be avoided.
Is eczema hereditary?
For some people eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis rashes and other skin conditions seem to have a tendency to run in the family. There may even be a genetic components to atopic eczema. A person may also be more likely to get eczema if they already have a history of allergies including hay fever, asthma, food allergies etc. A visit to an allergist or dermatologist will help to analyze the family history and discuss triggers such as food, dust, temperature changes etc
How can I better manage to live with dry skin eczema?
Even though atopic eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a difficult disease to control, it can be managed in order to live a normal life at home, work and sports, when the following pointers are followed:
- keep skin clean and moist
- use fragrance free soap
- controlling the itching to prevent scratching
- preventing scratching will help prevent cracks, bleeding and infection
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- Clothing and Laundry tips:
- wash new clothes before wearing
- wear comfortable, loose, cotton clothing that lets air circulate freely over the skin
- remove clothing labels if they bother you
- use fragrance-free, dye-free liquid detergents and use second rinse cycle
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Is there a natural cure for eczema or a home remedy for eczema?
First wash the affected skin with Propolis Soap containing Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil. Propolis soap does not dry out the skin. Once the skin is clean, apply the manuka oil to eczema. The oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin, to help keep it moist and help promote healing. Use the soap and oil until the dry, flaky, itchy skin has healed. After washing the skin with propolis soap and applying manuka oil to help heal the skin, apply Royal Jelly Hand and Body Lotion containing manuka honey, aloe vera and apricot, to further help keep the skin moist and itch-free. If the itching is too intense at night, a prescription antihistamine may be needed to further help control itching during the night.
How to apply natural eczema products to various eczema conditions?
How to apply natural eczema soap (propolis soap), manuka oil and eczema lotion (royal jelly hand and body lotion) to various parts of the body for people ranging in age from infant to senior:
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| For eczema natural treatment in infant, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka soap and oil is a natural eczema product. To keep the skin moist, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion for infantile eczema. |
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| For eczema natural remedy in baby, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep the skin moist, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion for further enhance baby eczema treatment. |
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| For toddler eczema remedy, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep the skin moist, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment for eczema in toddler. |
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| For eczema herbal remedy in child, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep the skin moist, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment for child eczema. |
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| eczema in adult / adult seborrhoeic eczema / adult eczema |
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| Adult eczema, also called adult seborrhoeic eczema is found in people between the ages 20-40 and typically starts on the scalp as dandruff. However it can spread to the face, ears, neck and chest. The skin gets red, inflamed, itchy and flaky. This condition could be caused by yeast growth. Wash the skin with propolis soap and apply manuka oil thereafter. For dandruff, add 20-30 drops of manuka oil into your regular 12 oz size shampoo and conditioner and gently massage scalp with shampoo. Wash out shampoo and apply conditioner. Let conditioner soak for 3-5 minutes before washing off. |
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| For scalp eczema, add 20-30 drops of manuka oil into your regular 12 oz size shampoo and conditioner and gently massage scalp with shampoo. Wash out shampoo and apply conditioner. Let conditioner soak for 3-5 minutes before washing off. |
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| eczema on the face / facial eczema |
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| For eczema herbal treatment on the face, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep the skin moist, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of facial eczema. |
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| eyelid eczema / eye eczema |
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| For eyelid eczema, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep the eyelid moist, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of eye eczema. |
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| eczema on ear / ear eczema |
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| For natural cure for eczema on ear, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep the ear hydrated, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of ear eczema. |
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| eczema on hands / hand eczema |
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| To help relief eczema on hands, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep hands moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of hand eczema. |
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| For nipple eczema, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is an all natural eczema herbal remedy. To keep nipple hydrated, apply Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of nipple eczema. |
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| For penis eczema, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is an eczema natural treatment. Keep re-applying manuka oil to keep skin hydrated. |
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| For genital eczema, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is an eczema natural remedy. Keep re-applying manuka oil as needed to keep skin hydrated. |
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| For eczema on knees, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is an eczema herbal remedy. To keep skin moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of knee eczema. |
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| For eczema on foot, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is an eczema herbal treatment. To keep skin moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to further enhance treatment of foot eczema. |
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| For eczema on rash, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is an eczema natural remedy. To keep skin moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to eczema rash. |
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| There is no cure for eczema. The skin of a person suffering from eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and rashes, seems to not be able to hold in moisture as much as normal skin does. If the dry skin eczema keeps breaking out at the same spot over and over again, the skin will take on a 'leathery' look. The skin will continue to break, dry, crack, sometimes leak fluid, puss or blood when infected and after scratching. Eczema natural remedy to help heal dry, itchy, flaky skin, include the use of Propolis Soap, Manuka Oil and Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion. |
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| Atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis, is closely linked to asthma and hay fever. This condition affects both children and adults and seems to run in the family. The most important thing to keep under control is the itch / scratch cycle. The itching, also called pruritis, can be very strong and interfere with everyday life. The skin of people suffering from atopic eczema, seem to not be able to keep moisture in the skin as much as in normal skin. Therefore the skin gets dry, red, cracky, inflamed and infected if scratched. Wash skin with propolis soap. Propolis soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka oil has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and also helps to lock in moisture. Manuka oil is a natural eczema remedy. In addition, you can also use Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to keep the skin moist and smooth. |
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| For dry skin eczema, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is a natural eczema herbal remedy. To keep skin moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to dry skin eczema. |
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| For dermatitis eczema, wash affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka oil is a natural eczema herbal treatment. To keep skin moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to dermatitis eczema. |
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| Treating eczema naturally makes sense. Since people suffering from eczema are allergic to many types of indoor and outdoor factors. Treat eczema by washing affected area with Propolis Soap. Propolis Soap does not dry out the skin. Then apply manuka oil. Manuka Oil penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and has natural anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. To keep skin moist throughout the day, keep applying Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion to the affected area. |
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| Any eczema, but especially severe eczema requires the attention of a dermatologist for testing to find out what your triggers are that cause outbreaks. Your dermatologist will prescribe you the medication you may require to keep severe eczema under control. |
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| Varicose eczema is caused by poor circulation and seems to affect people ages 55+. Usually the skin around the ankles is affected becoming red, inflamed and itchy. If ignored, varicose eczema can break the skin and cause an ulcer. Treat varicose eczema immediately with propolis soap and manuka oil. If you are already experiencing an ulcer, apply active manuka honey to a sterile gauze, then apply gauze with honey attached to ulcer. Apply larger patch of gauze on top of first gauze and apply friendly skin tape to keep the gauze in place. |
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Advantages of using Propolis Soap, Manuka Oil and Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion as a natural eczema treatment?
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No known side effects to these natural manuka products, unless one is allergic to the tea tree plant itself. Manuka Soap, Manuka Oil and Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion are all products produced using ingrediences from the bee hive and tea tree bush (leptospermum scoparium). If you are allergic in any way to the tea tree bush or products from the hive, do not use these products!
- Propolis soap is an all natural antibacterial soap that does not further dry out the skin and is used for all skin types. The soap contains propolis, manuka honey and manuka oil, to help cleans delicate skin, without drying it out. Propolis is a substance that the bees collect to protect their hive from infection, to maintain a disease free environment. Propolis is well known for it's natural anti-bacterial properties.
- Manuka Oil, (containing 90% Almond Oil and 10% Manuka Oil), is very soothing for the skin (if NOT allergic to the tea tree plant) and helps to heal dry, itchy, flaky skin
- Royal Jelly Hand & Body Lotion is applied after the skin has healed, to help lock in moisture and keep the skin smoother.
- Manuka Soap and Manuka Oil help to destroy surface bacteria of the skin while leaving the 'good bacteria' in tact.
- Cost effective
Do you have Customer Testimonies?
Customer Testimony: How Propolis Soap and Manuka Oil helped with relieving itch from eczema:"
I have eczema very severely, it covers almost my entire body. As you can imagine, I've been to many doctors and specialists, but not one single products seems to work. Of course, after having suffered from this condition for many years, and doctors not being able to be of much help, except selling me expensive tiny tubes, I searched online for 'natural remedy for eczema' or a similar term like that, which is when I found your website. I've been using the propolis soap and manuka oil for 1 month now. The eczema is not healed yet, but my skin feels and looks so much more smooth and most important I don't have to scratch myself anymore, the itch is gone. This is a great relief for me. Thank you for offering a natural product at an affordable price! The soap does not dry out my skin.
A. M. Chicago, IL
Customer Testimony: How Propolis Soap and Manuka Oil keep Dermatitis under control:"
Dermatitis is part of my life! As a vegetarian, I try to live as healthy as I can. I prefer using natural remedies for any ailment, versus harsh chemicals that cost a lot of money. I'm so glad I found your website. The manuka oil and propolis soap are keeping my dermatitis under control. I wish I would have taken 'before' and 'after' pictures for you to see! L.S. Sacramento, CA
Customer Testimony: How Manuka Oil helped Psoriasis showing actual results, versus having used other products for the past 10 years!
"I have psoriasis and have tried many different products in the past 10 years. Manuka Oil is the first product that has actually helped it - thanks." B.W. Georgia
Customer Testimony: How Manuka Oil & Propolis Soap helped with chronic Fungus & Psoriasis of the Nails:
I have had a chronic problem with my nails for 6 years and have seen several doctors. The diagnosis was 'fungus and psoriasis of the nails'. I have had many different kinds of treatments and am currently on a course on anti-fungal oral medicine and topical cream. I searched the internet for "cure for psoriasis of the nails", and that is how I found out about your products. I started using the propolis soap and manuka oil, and in one week, I am already seeing results. I believe that this is the miracle that I have been praying for. If it is, you will hear from me again. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for these products. With high hopes, I am K.D. of Metairie, LA
Customer Testimony: How Manuka Oil and Propolis Soap helped Customer cope with re-appearing Arm Pit Rash / Fungus?
I have a skin rash under my arm pit, or is it fungus (?) that keeps reappearing. I seem to be allergic to scented soaps and deodorants, so I have to be careful what I use. I'm not quite sure, what triggers the rash, but I do know that when I use Propolis Soap which contains Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil, together with Manuka Oil, it not only keeps the rash in check, but it heals it completely after just 4-7 days of application. F.J.S. of Orlando, FL
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