If you've ever asked, “Why is my eczema flaring up again?” — you're not alone because I'm first handedly learning this AGAIN. Eczema is complex, but one thing is clear:

Understanding your unique triggers is a key part of healing

 

At Everbella, we believe skin flare-ups are more than skin deep. They’re often your body’s way of saying, “Something needs your attention.” Whether it's stress, certain foods, or environmental shifts, identifying what sets off your eczema can be the first step in rebuilding your skin’s health.

Let’s explore some of the most common eczema triggers — and how to protect your peace (and your skin barrier).

 

1. Stress & Emotional Overload

When life gets overwhelming, your skin might be the first place it shows up. And this is what I've been dealing with- chronic low grade stress. It's sneaky but dangerous!

Stress stimulates the release of cortisol, which can increase inflammation in the body and lead to itch flare-ups. Anxiety, emotional fatigue, and burnout are common in the eczema journey — especially if your body is stuck in survival mode.

How to Support It:

• Build in daily calming rituals like breathwork, journaling, or short walks.
  

• Use soothing products like the Evergentle Bath Soak to unwind at night. It’s packed with Dead Sea salt, Himalayan salt, and jasmine flower to ease the nervous system and reduce inflammation naturally.

 

2. Food Sensitivities

Certain foods can be inflammatory for eczema-prone individuals — even the healthy ones. I found that food can either be supportive or destructive, and taking the time after your meals to see how your foods affected you.

Common culprits include:

• Dairy
  

• Gluten
  

• Eggs
  

• Nuts
  

• High-histamine foods (fermented items, vinegars, aged cheese)

Your body’s reaction may not be immediate, which is why journaling meals and skin reactions is so helpful.

How to Support It:

• Try a short-term elimination approach with guidance.
  

• Focus on anti-inflammatory, whole foods like leafy greens, wild salmon, chia seeds, and sweet potatoes.
  

• Consider working with a naturopath or nutritionist to help personalize your food strategy.

 

 

3. Environmental Changes

Have you ever noticed your skin flaring up during weather shifts? You're not imagining it. I made a habit that when season changes start approaching, I started to nurture my skin, body and mind in preparation for the shifts.

Fall and winter often bring:

• Dryer indoor air
  

• Sudden temperature shifts
  

• More clothing friction (wool, tight sleeves)

These can all irritate sensitive skin and compromise your moisture barrier.

How to Support It:

• Layer on rich, hydrating products like body oils and butters.
  

• Use a humidifier indoors.
  

• Switch to gentle, cold-process soaps like our Evergentle Bar, which doesn’t strip the skin of its natural oils.

 

4. Detergents & Harsh Products

Soaps, shampoos, and laundry detergents often contain sulfates, fragrances, and preservatives that strip the skin and trigger inflammation.

How to Support It:

• Stick with unscented, sulfate-free personal care.
  

• Wash clothes with hypoallergenic detergent (and skip the fabric softener).
  

• Simplify your skincare — less is more when your skin is inflamed.

 

5. Sweat & Overheating

This might surprise some, but sweat buildup (especially in creases, under clothing, or after workouts) can cause flare-ups — especially if it dries on the skin or mixes with bacteria. Many times I felt scratch attacks right in the middle of hot yoga or after a HIIT workout, and I had to remember not to scratch my skin because I knew it would easily go from an innocent scratch to a full out scratch session!

How to Support It:

• Rinse off after sweating, even if it’s just a quick cleanse.
  

• Use cooling, anti-inflammatory ingredients like Witch Hazel and Peppermint (you’ll find both in our Eversoothe Collection).
  

• Stay hydrated inside and out.

 

Bonus: Your Nervous System Might Be the Missing Link

Sometimes your skin is reacting not just to a product or food — but to how your body processes stress, tension, and overstimulation. That’s why nervous system support is a pillar of our healing philosophy.

For the last few months, I've made an effort to focus on my mental health and nervous system responses. I've noticed that my skin has been reacting for a while because of my constant focus on my outer world versus my inner world, and that ultimately is not good for your overall well being. I talk more about your nervous system holding onto PTSD in this blog post, and what I've been doing to clear the trauma. 

Every eczema journey is unique, and so are the triggers. The key is to slow down, observe, and start making small changes that bring your body back into balance.

I invite you to track your flare-ups — What were you feeling? What did you eat? Were you stressed?

Use the insights to gently guide your next steps. And don’t forget, you’re not alone. We’re healing with you.

 

As always,

Your beauty starts with self-care.

Mekisha