Dear Bob Liebert,

My daughter is 18 months and suffers from seborrhoeic eczema. We have tried olive oil, evening primrose, vit E, aloe vera gel, advocado oil and various suggestions from our local Doctor like steriod creams (long term although I am not happy to continue with this.)

In addition to this problem she has sensitive skin and has reacted to some of the above. I am about to try pure Jojoba oil and Calendula oil. Pleases let us know of other options internally and externally as with each flare up she looses hair and sratches to the point of broken skin.

Byron

Dear Friend,

Herbs for internal use for an infant would include Nettles and Yellow Dock (particularly suited to dry, irritated skin conditions). Our Herbal Salve is very good for external use, heals and controls itching and irritation (Comfrey, Plantain, Chickweed and others). Violet extract is also good externally. I assume we are speaking of a dry, inflamed condition, rather than cradle cap, with over-activity of the oil glands. It is good to look at possible allergic component (milk, wheat, etc.).

You can buy these herbs and many more in the Formula and Single Herb sections of the Teeter Creek Herb website. Herbs that don't appear in the Formula or Single Herb lists can usually be requested in the "Message" section at the bottom of the order page.

The information expressed is the personal observations of Herbalist Bob Liebert based on his personal experience and his studies of folk and traditional herbalism. These observations are not meant to be a substitute for qualified medical diagnosis and treatment. Uses of many of the herbs have not been scientifically verified.