Can eczema cause scarring?

My legs looked like a tiger’s stripes for a while because of my midnight scratching sessions! 😂 But don't worry, as long as you don't pick at the scabs like a crazy person, the dark marks fade away on their own eventually.

Our bodies have an amazing ability to heal themselves when we treat them with patience and love. The temporary marks left by eczema will fade as long as you keep your mind calm and avoid scratching. Take deep breaths and nourish your skin gently.

Please don't buy expensive 'scar removal' creams or follow internet DIY hacks with lemon or baking soda, which will only irritate your eczema further. Genuine scarring only happens from secondary bacterial infections caused by deep scratching. Speak to a dermatologist for safe healing.

I used to cry looking at my arms thinking my skin was ruined forever with permanent scars after a horrible flare-up. But honestly, they are just temporary dark marks and not deep scars. It takes a few months, but with regular moisturizing, they really do fade, so please don't stress.

I have dealt with this for years and found that keeping the skin raw and open is what leads to marks. Applying a thin layer of cold-pressed virgin coconut oil right after bathing lock in moisture and prevents that dry scratching that leads to scarring. Be very gentle with your skin.