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From: "David Hosking"
To: "Dr Z"
Sent: Saturday, August 12, 2006 12:28 PM
Subject: Re: cortisone flareup and lavender balm.
Hi Dr Z,
Sometimes it is beneficial to use a small amount of cortisone under the
lavender balm to get the eczema suppressed then slowly withdraw the
cortisone by using smaller quantities each week until totally off the cortisone.
We often have people suddenly stop cortisone and use the lavender balm
instead which often results in a cortisone withdrawal flare up. The
Elomet is a potent cortisone (mometasone) and the Eumovate is a moderately potent
cortisone as rated by dermatologists so a flare-up upon withdrawal of
these agents can occur. Hydrocortisone 1% is a mild cortisone so I would try
that to get the problem under control
I would use hydrocortisone twice a day with lavender balm over the top so
that a visible shine is seen on the shine. Reapply the balm when the shine
disappears. After 1 week the skin should be under control so reduce the
cortisone to once in the morning and continue with the balm in the same
manner as before.
After the second week the skin should be fine and you can stop the
cortisone and continue the balm .
Of course, everyone is a different individual and occasionally the more
potent cortisones are needed but if you can get results with a less potent
cortisone that is better then phase it out while continuing with the
lavender balm.
Try that and see if that helps.
Kind Regards,
David Hosking.
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Donna" <@ .co.uk>
To: David Hosking
Sent: Thursday, October 27, 2005 9:59 PM
Subject: Infantile Eczema
Dear David,
My six month old daughter has just been diagnosed with infantile eczema
which is only on her face at present, my doctor thinks this might be due
to a cows milk allergy as she has a wheezy chest too, so we are changing her
diet for a 3 month trial.
However, the doctor prescribed hydro cortisone to be applied for 1 week and
I was looking on the internet to find a suitable daily moisturiser to use
after the first week and came across your site. All the testimonials sound
great, however I notice your face balm contains lanolin which my doctor
mentioned can dry the skin out even more in some cases.
What would your advice be about this?
Thanks
Donna
Scotland
> -----Original Message-----
> From: David Hosking
> Sent: Wednesday, 2 November 2005 8:39
> To: Donna Maclean
> Subject: Re: Infantile Eczema
>
>
Hi Donna,
The advice you get from doctors and the internet all can be very confusing.
Basically since all people are different, it comes down to trying the
product and seeing if it works !!! (This can be expensive unless the
product has a money back guarantee !!)
There are 2 main ingredients in the face balm which I am often asked about
Lanolin is available in various grades, we use only the
purest United States
Pharmacopoeia Grade Lanolin and the amount in the balm is only about 10% As lanolin
is related to the skin's natural oils it helps create a barrier under which
natural healing takes place. The effect of all the ingredients combined is
much greater than that of just lanolin alone.
The other ingredient is white soft paraffin (Ultra pure form of Vaseline)
which although being a product of the petroleum industry is totally safe
(again we use United States Pharmacopoeia Grade)
My belief in formulating the products is to combine the best from nature
with the best modern research has to offer. Many people believe
"Natural"means "Safe" sadly many people are allergic to natural products
which have not been purified properly to remove such allergens as pollens.
It also contains Zinc Oxide an anti-itch mineral and Chlorhexidine, a mild
antiseptic used in mouthwashes which helps prevent bacteria being a problem
when the skin is damaged.
The Balm works by providing a protective barrier to damaged skin so the body
can cure the problem naturally.
Usage is very important, apply enough to leave a shiny layer on the skin,
reapply as often as needed to keep the protective sheen on the skin. It is
totally tasteless and safe enough to eat so can be applied absolutely
anywhere on the body, face or hands. It is ideal for thumb suckers too.
The product is so good I guarantee refund of the whole purchase price
including your postage if for ANY reason you are not happy so I guess I
can't be more confident that it will help you than that.
Just one word of advice, when using cortisone, if you suddenly stop it , you
will notice a flare up of the problem 2 to 3 days later.
Avoid this by using cortisone as directed with the lavender balm over the
top. Cortisone is usually just once or twice a day so apply the balm 4 or
more times a day over the area. As it improves cut down the cortisone to
half the amount you were using and keep liberally using the balm, finally
stop the cortisone and keep using the balm liberally about 4 or more times a
day to keep the protective shine on the skin. Once the skin is normal just
use as required. That sound complicated but is easy and will only take 1-2
weeks. Avoid any foaming bath products and only use bathoils all the good
brands are fine.
My advice is to try it, My guarantee is genuine, My satisfaction comes from
hearing about the results so do let me know if you try it .
Kind Regards,
David Hosking.