During particularly intense eczema flares with severe itch or pain, wet wrap therapy can work wonders to rehydrate and calm skin and help topical medications work better. Wet wraps are dressings — often made from articles of clothing — that have been soaked in warm water with a dry layer applied on top.

Wet wrap therapy can hydrate the skin and relieve the irritating itch of eczema. It can also prevent scratching, which can damage fragile skin and lead to infection. Covering the skin helps topical moisturizers and medications penetrate the skin and prevent them from evaporating.

Dermatologists have discovered that non-permeable plastic films, such as Saran Wrap, can play an important role in treating several common skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and chronic hand dermatitis.

When you have eczema or atopic dermatitis, it's key to use a moisturizer. Dry skin can often make eczema worse. Moisturizers lock in water and create a barrier against things that can irritate your skin. You can choose from plenty of products, but they're not the same.