Name: Anonymous

Age: 38

Gender: Female

Chief Concern: Chronic eczema flare-ups on lower legs

Duration: 3+ years

Previous Treatments: Over-the-counter steroid creams, antihistamines, petroleum-based moisturizers

Outcome with Conventional Care: Temporary relief, frequent relapses, and increased skin sensitivity

Presenting Symptoms

• Persistent red, dry, itchy patches on shins and calves
• Cracking and occasional weeping during flare-ups
• Sensitivity to commercial soaps and fragranced body washes
• Skin tightness and burning after showers

Intervention: Natural Plant-Based Soap Switch

Soap Ingredients Used:

• Base oils: Olive oil, coconut oil, shea butter
• Botanicals: Calendula, chamomile, and neem oil
• Essential oils: Lavender (gentle concentration, <0.5%)
• Formulation: Cold-processed, fragrance-free, free of sulfates, parabens, dyes, and synthetic preservatives

Usage Instructions:

• Used once daily in place of all conventional soaps
• Applied with bare hands (no washcloth) to avoid mechanical irritation
• Followed by moisturizing with raw shea butter and jojoba oil blend

Results Timeline

Week 1:

• Immediate reduction in post-shower stinging
• Skin felt less tight and dry

Week 2:

• Itching significantly reduced
• Redness beginning to fade

Week 4:

• 80% improvement in skin texture and hydration
• No new flare-ups; no oozing or cracking

Week 6:

• Complete resolution of eczema patches
• Skin appeared smooth, calm, and evenly toned
• Client reported increased confidence and no longer needed steroid creams

Conclusion

This case illustrates the powerful impact of natural plant-based soap in managing and resolving chronic eczema on the legs. By eliminating chemical irritants and restoring the skin’s barrier with gentle, nourishing botanicals, she experienced full relief without pharmaceuticals or harsh topicals.