Clobetasol cream uses – is there an Ayurvedic replacement? - #16785

For the past few years, I’ve been dealing with stubborn eczema that comes and goes. Every time it flares up, my skin gets super itchy, red, and flaky, and sometimes it even cracks and bleeds. I went to a dermatologist who prescribed clobetasol cream, saying it would help reduce inflammation and clear up my skin. And to be honest, it does work—at least temporarily. The problem is, the moment I stop using clobetasol cream, my eczema comes back even worse than before. It’s like my skin has become dependent on it, and I don’t like that. I also read that this cream is a steroid and that using it for too long can thin out the skin, which is something I definitely don’t want. That’s why I’ve been looking into Ayurvedic alternatives—something that can actually heal the root cause instead of just temporarily calming the symptoms. I’ve heard that Ayurveda sees eczema as a result of dosha imbalance, mostly Pitta or Vata, depending on the type of skin issue. Is this true? If my eczema is dry, flaky, and itchy, does that mean it’s more of a Vata problem? And if it’s red, inflamed, and burning, is that more of a Pitta issue? I’d love to understand how Ayurveda diagnoses skin conditions differently from modern medicine. More importantly, I need to find a replacement for clobetasol cream that actually works. Are there Ayurvedic herbs, oils, or pastes that can help heal the skin naturally? I’ve heard of things like neem and turmeric, but I don’t know if they’re strong enough to replace steroids. Also, should I be making any dietary changes to help my skin heal from the inside? Has anyone here successfully treated chronic eczema with Ayurveda? If so, what worked for you? I’m open to trying herbal treatments, but I need something that actually provides relief without damaging my skin long-term.