The Ultimate Eczema Soothing Cream Recipe for Soft, Healthy Skin

Are you struggling with dry, itchy, irritated skin due to eczema? Finding the right solution can be a challenge, especially when many over-the-counter products contain harsh chemicals that can make symptoms worse. That’s why I created this all-natural Eczema Soothing Cream, designed to calm inflammation, deeply hydrate, and restore the skin’s natural barrier.

This gentle, nourishing formula is packed with soothing botanicals and skin-loving ingredients that help relieve eczema symptoms while keeping your skin soft and healthy. Whether you’re looking for a DIY remedy or a high-quality product to add to your skincare routine, this guide will help you understand how this cream can transform your skin.

Here’s an effective eczema relief cream formula for a 100g batch, using soothing and anti-inflammatory ingredients to hydrate and protect sensitive skin.

Kel’s Soothing Eczema Cream (100g Batch)

Phase A (Water Phase) - 50%

• Aloe Vera Juice – 40g (40%) (Hydrating & soothing)
• Colloidal Oatmeal – 5g (5%) (Anti-inflammatory & itch relief)
• Glycerin (Vegetable-Based) – 5g (5%) (Humectant to lock in moisture)

Phase B (Oil Phase) - 30%

• Shea Butter (Unrefined) – 15g (15%) (Rich in fatty acids & healing)
• Jojoba Oil – 7g (7%) (Mimics skin’s natural sebum)
• Borage Oil – 3g (3%) (High in gamma-linolenic acid for inflammation)
• Emulsifying Wax (Olivem 1000 or Polawax) – 5g (5%) (To blend oil and water)

Phase C (Cool-Down Phase) - 20%

• Vitamin E (Tocopherol) – 0.5g (0.5%) (Antioxidant)
• Chamomile Extract – 2g (2%) (Calming and anti-inflammatory)
• Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) – 2g (2%) (Skin barrier support & hydration)
• Calendula Extract – 2g (2%) (Healing & soothing)
• Preservative (Geogard ECT or Optiphen) – 1g (1%) (Prevents microbial growth)
• Essential Oil (Lavender or Tea Tree – optional) – 0.5g (0.5%)

Method:

1. Heat Phase A: Dissolve colloidal oatmeal in aloe vera juice, then add glycerin. Heat to 70°C.
2. Heat Phase B: Melt shea butter, jojoba oil, borage oil, and emulsifying wax to 70°C.
3. Emulsify: Slowly pour Phase A into Phase B while blending with a stick blender until creamy.
4. Cool Down Phase: Once the mixture cools to below 40°C, add the ingredients from Phase C. Stir well.
5. Packaging: Transfer into a sanitized jar or airless pump bottle. Store in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life: ~6 months (with proper preservation)

This formula provides deep hydration, soothes itching, reduces inflammation, and supports the skin barrier—ideal for eczema-prone skin