How does eczema appear on black skin?

Eczema is a skin condition that affects all skin colors. Also called atopic dermatitis , it manifests itself by the appearance of plaques of inflammation often accompanied by small spots called vesicles. But on black, mixed or dark skin, the redness is less visible...

Symptoms of eczema on black and mixed skin

Typically, this skin condition is characterized by a red rash. However, these plaques are difficult to identify on pigmented skin. In any case, the infected parts differ from the rest of the body by a dark brown, purple and ash gray appearance.

The black skin dermatologist begins the diagnosis by inspecting the appearance of an unaffected area. It then compares the color and texture with the part of the body that has active symptoms. People with dark skin color often suffer from eczema on the front of their arms and legs. But it is not uncommon for these plaques to form on the face and neck.

This skin health problem is easily recognized by:

• Dry or even scaly skin;
• Intense itching;
• Lichenification or thickening of the skin;
• Lesions or oozing on the plates due to scratching;
• Small bumps on the arms or legs where eczema generally appears in black skin;
• Follicular accentuation or increasingly pronounced bumps around hair follicles.

When you have atopic eczema, the infected part becomes crisscrossed and darker than the rest of the body. But it's not always the case ! The inflammation is more marked on black, dark or mixed skin. As a result, irritation and itching are greater, leading to incessant scratching.

Which will either cause hyperpigmentation and the skin becomes darker, or hypopigmentation and the skin becomes lighter. In both cases, skin pigmentation can last for several months, even after eczema treatment. Nubiance's dermatology experts offer you personalized advice and recommend early treatment in order to reduce this pigmentary change in time.

Eczema is a skin condition that affects all skin colors. Also called atopic dermatitis , it manifests itself by the appearance of plaques of inflammation often accompanied by small spots called vesicles. But on black, mixed or dark skin, the redness is less visible...

Why do black skin suffer more from eczema?

Eczema can be more or less pronounced depending on different types of skin color. It can affect Nubian skin as well as Caucasian skin. However, contrary to popular belief, dark skin is more vulnerable to this skin inflammation.

Rich in melanin, black skin does not retain enough water and therefore tends to become dehydrated. Unfortunately, dry skin is a breeding ground for eczema, especially if you live in a dry, cold climate. Atopic dermatitis on black skin is a natural reaction of the skin in response to dry skin.

Most often, skin of color suffers from hyperpigmentation since inflammation stimulates the overproduction of melanin making the affected surface darker. In some cases, the skin reacts differently. To protect itself, it produces excess sebum which will cause the appearance of acne.

Regardless, there are effective treatments such as cortisone cream and emollients to stop inflammation, restore the protective hydrolipidic film and deeply hydrate the skin.

Nubiance offers ranges of anti-spot products to help you get rid of brown spots linked to skin pigmentation. We also have anti-blemish products for black skin to fight acne.