Thanks for this! I have an acute eczema during winter, especially because I grow up in a tropical Bali, and now living in Liverpool, UK which is literally sunless!
In winter 2008 I suffered badly, that DH had to 'shipped' me home to heal. But then I learnt a lot (thanks to my mother in law and my DH's support). Winter 2009 was great! I had very minor eczema.
I agree, Darcy, that food has something to do with it. For me it was spicy (hot) food and seafood. I don't eat seafood anymore except for fish. And during winter, I shower less (once a week), wear MORE. It's so important that I keep myself warm. DH even bought me the heating underblanket to keep me warm at night.
And now I don't suffer as much as I used to
Wear more mosturisers (natural ones) and avoid detergents.
SUN is very very important! I am very happy when the sun comes out here in UK. It's rare, so it's very precious
