Dear Random Man at the Coffee ShopAn open letter to an older gentleman I met once at a coffee shop who bestowed upon me the single most uncomfortable...reactions3comments
Summertime and the Living Is ItchyI don’t know about you guys, but this summer has brought the most intense seasonal allergies. I have struggled with sniffles, sneezing...reactionscomments
Summer Heat + Sweat + Eczema = HellSweating is my number one least favourite thing about summer. Unfortunately, it is something I did a lot of. One might say...reactionscomments
My PSA About HomeopathyThroughout the years I have been living with and seeking relief from symptoms of my chronic illnesses, I have been confronted by...reactionscomments
My Two Favorite Uriage Xémose ProductsFinding products that work for atopic dermatitis and acne can be a time-consuming and expensive endeavor. Our skin is picky at the...reactionscomments
Choosing the Right Sunscreen to Reduce Eczema FlaresSummer 2021 has been uncomfortable, to say the least. With much of the Western side of this continent reaching upwards of 122...reactionscomments
Thoughts on Eczema, Change, and Aging SkinI have been thinking a lot about aging lately. More specifically, aging skin. Early in the new year, I will hit a...reactionscomments
My Allergies, Acne, and Atopic Dermatitis RantI don’t know how it has been for all of you readers, but this spring and summer have been the worst for...reactionscomments
My Dermatillomania StoryI find myself reflecting on my life and experiences of recovery a lot during this time of year. For good reason, though:...reactionscomments
My Scar Removal Product ExperimentI am always happy when fall rounds the corner. The relief when the weather permits the transition from shorts to pants has...reactionscomments
Mindfulness and Managing Stress-Related Flare UpsStress is an inevitable part of life. Unfortunately, stress is also one of my eczema triggers. It’s probably the most difficult one...reactionscomments
Dealing With Insecurity, Grief, and EczemaI consider self-awareness and teachability among the most important traits a person can possess. So, naturally, when I notice that I have...reactionscomments
What Did I Learn About Colloidal Oatmeal?I often read various eczema-related publications for inspiration for article content. I like to try to stay current about what is going...reactions2comments
New Flares, Stretched Ears, and Self AwarenessI have an announcement to make. It is one that I am sure you all have dealt with before yourselves. The very...reactionscomments
To Humidify or Not to Humidify?To humidify or not to humidify is the question! And it’s a question I have asked myself a lot over the winter...reactionscomments
Managing New Triggers is a Balancing ActAtopic dermatitis is a variable condition. It can even look completely different between individuals. When it comes to the things that can...reactionscomments
Other Itches: Living With PruritusAll of us here are familiar with the itchiness having atopic dermatitis brings. For myself, atopic dermatitis is not my only “itchy”...reactionscomments
How Can Gratitude Journaling Help?Eczema takes a toll. Emotionally, mentally and most of all, physically. I think, in many cases, there is no avoiding it. I...reactionscomments
Story Time: Adventures in Dust BustingI have come to two realizations lately. First, I dislike Mondays. Mondays are the cleaning day in my household. While I love...reactionscomments
Eczema and the Super Spooky Halloween SurpriseI know Halloween is over, and the candy-stocked shelves are made barren, ready for a full frontal assault of the colors red...reactionscomments
