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Though no cures exist for eczema, preventative treatments are available. One form of eczema that affects the hands causes dry, cracked skin and is known as dishpan hands. If you have this problem, make sure to wear rubber gloves while washing dishes. If latex is an issue, use thin cotton gloves beneath the latex as protection. After you are done washing the dishes, gently cleanse your hands, dry them and then apply a good moisturizer immediately.

Eczema is a skin condition that produces red, itchy, dry and cracked skin. Using moisturizer frequently will help treat the symptoms and provide some relief. Petroleum jelly is an excellent moisturizer that contains no perfumes to irritate the skin. Keep a jar of petroleum jelly near every sink and use it throughout the day to soothe and add moisture to your skin.