Eczema isn't something we can just get rid of, it needs careful management and lots of time put in to keep it under control. Unfortunately, this means using a lot of different products.
I have been working for 4 years now, earning money for my own expenses. My sister asked me the other day "How come you dont have as much money saved up as me, when I havent been working as long as you?" She got her answer when we went to the chemist; I have to buy products for my eczema. I spent $100 dollars in the space of an hour on my skin... Steroid creams, Moisturiser, Soap Free Wash, Antihistamines. That didnt even include the other creams I usually buy!
If I tallied up everything I wanted to buy/should buy for my skin, I would probably be looking at $200-$300 per week.
So how on earth can we make this more affordable? Well, the answer is not simple at all... in fact I dont think I can make it more affordable for myself! I already buy my moisturiser where it is cheapest, and I have a health care card so that my prescriptions are cheaper, but it still adds up to a lot of money each week!
I am a uni student with a casual job, so it can be super hard to afford stuff that I would really like to buy, when I have to spend so much on my skin. The frustrating part is; it doesnt even work; my skin still flares!
I know we are all in the same boat, spending so much money every week/month on the eczema and the allergies, making sure we take care of ourselves/our kids. How on earth does everyone else manage it? Any tips?
I just thought the other day, that I am going to have to do this for a long long time... Let's hope they come up with a cure fast!
Have a lovely day :)
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