Dry Skin Patches Might Be Worst Than We Thought

Eczema became a daily battle in our household when my son was just 15 months old. I remember the endless nights trying to soothe his relentless itching—tiny socks covering his hands to prevent him from scratching himself raw, frequent changes of sheets, countless medications, and even switching doctors. We tried everything, but nothing seemed to bring him any relief.

As a mother, there’s nothing more heartbreaking than watching your child suffer, and I was determined to find a solution. It led us down countless paths, but it wasn’t until I stumbled upon a type of soap while traveling abroad that we saw a glimmer of hope. This soap, unlike anything I had seen in the U.S., was effective, but only when we could get our hands on it during travels. Frustrated, I knew I had to find a way to bring this solution closer to home.

It took me five or more years to discover that this special soap was REAL SOAP. In other parts of the world, the natural craze was already taking off, and soap crafters were finding success in retail where I had been purchasing soap for my son while traveling. Back in the U.S., we were basically using detergent masquerading as soap. What is even more frustrating is that these detergent bars were suggested, and sometimes prescribed, by my pediatrician for years! Determined to help my son, I began experimenting in the kitchen using the ingredients my grandmother, aunts, and other women in the community had been suggesting I add to my son's bath. To my amazement, the soap I created started to clear up his eczema symptoms. It was a breakthrough for us—a simple, natural solution that provided the relief we had been searching for all those years.

The Truth About Eczema: It’s a Bacterial Invasion

Eczema is more than just dry, itchy skin. It’s a condition that can make life miserable, especially for young children. And while doctors once scratched their heads over its cause, recent research has finally uncovered a familiar culprit: Staphylococcus aureus.

This bacteria, which is naturally found on our skin, can turn rogue when your skin’s natural defenses are down. It loves to thrive on dry, cracked skin, leading to itchy patches—and what do you think detergent bars do to your skin? When you strip your skin of its natural oils with harsh, detergent-filled soaps, you’re basically giving Staph a VIP pass to wreak havoc.

How to Fight Back: Enrich Your Skin’s Natural Microbiome

So, what’s the solution? The answer lies in enriching your skin’s natural microbiome. This is where our star players come in: Ashy Ass Conditioning Soap and Big Daddy Soap for Eczema. These soaps aren’t just ordinary bars—they’re packed with ingredients that nourish and protect your skin microbiome, helping it to restore its natural balance and fend off bacteria that can later create infection.

• Ashy Ass Conditioning Soap: This soap is your secret weapon against dry skin, leaving your skin soft, smooth, and hydrated. No mo' ashy booty... this aloe and coconut milk base with ginger and clove is the perfect ratio of hydration and antibacterial essential oils.
• Big Daddy Soap for Eczema: Specifically formulated to be gentle on sensitive, eczema-prone skin, this soap helps reduce irritation and dryness while supporting your skin’s natural defenses. With triple butters, goat's milk, and six essential oils, dryness nor bacteria can live here—Be Gone!

For those struggling with eczema on the face or extremely dry skin, we also recommend exploring our Dry Skin Soap Collection, which includes the Face It Soap, a gentle yet effective solution for facial eczema.

Peer-Reviewed Studies: The Science Behind the New Findings

Don’t just take my word for it. Peer-reviewed studies have started to unravel the relationship between eczema and Staphylococcus aureus. Research published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology points to Staph as a key player in the development and exacerbation of eczema. Another study from the British Journal of Dermatology found that over 90% of people with eczema have higher levels of Staph on their skin compared to those without the condition.