Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 10 months ago

Is apple cider vinegar good for eczema?

My skin has been really itchy and red lately, especially on my arms. Someone told me apple cider vinegar might help with eczema. Is it true, or should I avoid it?

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Rhea Gupta Rhea Gupta Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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Oh, eczema is so annoying, I totally get it! I tried ACV diluted in bath water for my skin sometimes, and for a very mild patch, it felt a little soothing. But for anything serious or if your skin is broken, it can sting like crazy and make it worse. Always patch test and talk to a dermatologist first, seriously.

Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

My son has eczema, and it's heartbreaking to see him itch. I've heard about ACV, but my doctor strictly warned against it for sensitive skin, especially for kids. It can burn. For eczema, a good moisturizer and prescribed creams are the way to go. Don't experiment too much with young skin, please.

Divya Sharma Divya Sharma Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

As someone who focuses on natural health, I can say ACV has varying effects. For skin conditions like eczema, it's very individual. The acidic nature might help some by balancing pH, but for others, it can exacerbate dryness and irritation. I'd lean towards an anti-inflammatory diet and consulting a dermatologist for targeted skin care. Internal health reflects on skin too.

Akash Verma Akash Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan, main bhi suna hai ACV use karte hain eczema ke liye. Mere ek friend ne try kiya tha, usko toh kuch khaas faraq nahi pada. In fact, uski skin thodi red ho gayi thi. So, be careful man. It's acidic. Better to use proper cream ya doctor ko dikhao.

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Neha Kapoor Neha Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

Eczema is a medical condition, not something to just 'try' home remedies on without caution. ACV's acidity can be a total disaster for sensitive, inflamed skin. Seriously, see a dermatologist. They'll prescribe something that actually works and won't make things worse.

Preeti Agarwal Preeti Agarwal Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Eczema? Ugh, that's no fun. I'd rather spend my energy trying new recipes than home remedies that might backfire! For skin issues, I think it's always safer to trust a dermatologist who knows their stuff. Maybe have some yummy anti-inflammatory foods instead? 😉

Arjun Khanna Arjun Khanna Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I ignored some skin issues once, thinking they'd go away, and it became much worse. Don't make my mistake. For eczema, using ACV could be risky if not done correctly, or if it's a severe case. Please get it checked by a dermatologist. They can identify the type of eczema and suggest proper treatment. Self-experimentation can lead to more complications.

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Karan Joshi Karan Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, actually, ACV ka bohot craze hai sab cheez ke liye. Eczema ke liye I've heard mixed reviews. Some people dilute it and use, but for really sensitive skin, it can be quite harsh. Agar zyada problem hai, toh docs are there na? Don't risk making it worse.

Swapnil Deshmukh Swapnil Deshmukh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haan na, eczema mein ACV kaafi log bolte hain try karne ko. But it's very acidic, so thoda dhyan se use karna. Agar skin pe cut ya wound hai toh bilkul mat lagana, bahot jalega. Doctor ko ek baar dikha do toh achha rahega.

Santhi Kumar Santhi Kumar Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

My aunt used to tell me about traditional remedies for skin. ACV is a strong thing. If your skin is already sensitive or broken with eczema, it could sting badly. For serious skin issues, we always trust the doctor first. They will know what is safe and effective for your skin type. Please be careful.

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