Signs Your Dry, Irritated Skin Is Actually Eczema

Patches of dry skin are popping up in specific spots on your body

Another way to find out if your dry skin is actually eczema is to look at where it’s cropping up on your body, said Caren Campbell, a dermatologist based in California. She said eczema most commonly presents itself in areas in front of the elbows and behind the knees in adults. For babies, eczema is commonly found on the cheeks, she said. So if your skin is red and itchy in those spots, there’s a chance it could be eczema. That being said, it can appear in different places for each individual.