What is wet wrap therapy for eczema?
Wet wrap therapy is a technique that can help calm severe eczema flare-ups and soothe painful, itchy skin. It works by intensely rehydrating dry skin and may help topical medications work more effectively.
Here's how it typically works:
1. Clean and moisturize your skin first
2. Dampen Show Full Answer
What is wet wrap therapy for eczema?
Wet wrap therapy is a technique that can help calm severe eczema flare-ups and soothe painful, itchy skin. It works by intensely rehydrating dry skin and may help topical medications work more effectively.
Here's how it typically works:
1. Clean and moisturize your skin first
2. Dampen clean cotton clothing, gauze, or bandages with lukewarm water
3. Wrap the damp layer around the affected areas
4. Cover with a dry layer of bandages or cotton clothing
The wet wrap creates a moist environment that boosts your skin's moisture and provides a physical barrier to discourage scratching.
You can also apply petroleum jelly before wrapping, or use diluted apple cider vinegar on the cloth. Some people dissolve aluminum acetate in water to help dry out oozing and weeping.
This is a short-term solution and shouldn't be used for longer than a few days. Talk with your healthcare provider about proper application, especially regarding where to apply it and whether to use topical medications underneath.
A MyEczemaTeam member shared that wet wrap therapy "worked wonders" for their intense pain and severe itching.
March 14
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