I spent 3 years dealing with eczema flare-ups before I realized my "gentle" products were the problem.

Here's what I learned the hard way:

1. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

It's in 90% of body washes. Makes things foam, but strips your skin barrier. If your skin feels "squeaky clean" after a shower — that's damage, not cleanliness.

2. Synthetic fragrance

"Fragrance" on a label can mean 50+ undisclosed chemicals. It's the #1 cause of contact dermatitis. If it smells like a candle, your skin probably hates it.

3. Denatured alcohol

Dries everything out. Especially brutal on eczema-prone skin. Check for "alcohol denat." or "SD alcohol" on labels.

4. Parabens

Preservatives that can trigger irritation in sensitive skin. Methylparaben, propylparaben — learn to spot them.

5. Essential oils

Yes, even "natural" ones. Tea tree, lavender, peppermint — they're potent irritants for reactive skin. Natural ≠ gentle.

The fix? Fewer ingredients, better ingredients. That's why I built Velvet Body Co. — clean body care that actually works for people with skin issues, not against them.

If any of this hits home, check out our Sensitive Skin Starter Kit. It's what I wish existed when I was struggling.

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