To Oil or Not to Oil?Recently I talked about a young woman with flawless skin. I mentioned how I found her online and her skin was so flawless, she was glowing! I talked about how...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
A Life Without LoveFor a long time, I looked at my skin as an enemy. I felt like it threatened my friendships and my overall wellbeing. It caused me a lot of pain...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stylish and Crafty Ways I Hide My EczemaHaving eczema is having something that will expose you to public prejudice and opinions whether you like it or not. In cases like this, sometimes it's just easier to play...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fighting to Avoid an Allergic Reaction and Eczema FlareI’ve been allergic to red dye for my entire life and it’s also a major trigger for my eczema. Nowadays, people completely understand when I say I can’t have a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Connection Between Mothers, Family Life, and Children Who Have EczemaOur first relationship in life is with our mother in the womb. When our mothers were pregnant with us, we were connected to them in every way. Not only could...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Healing MindsetOver the years, there have been many tricks and tips I have used to try to control my eczema - eating healthier, working out, staying away from the things that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Exfoliating with Eczema ReviewRecently I published an article talking about my experience exfoliating with eczema. It was something I wanted to try out and I figured others may be considering it as well...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
DIY Gentle Healing Balm for Face and Scalp EczemaHerbs are healing accelerators when it comes chronic skin conditions like eczema. Here is one of my favorite recipes for both the face and the scalp. I really like using...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
2019 Goals for Eczema2018 was a groundbreaking year for me. It was a lot about discovering who I am and unhiding my eczema. This past year, I have witnessed the power of consistently...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When It Feels Like Disease Is All That Defines YouWhen I was 8 years old, I was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis, a diagnosis that I didn’t take very seriously when I was that age, because to me it was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why I Decided to Taper Off Dupixent“Why are you tapering off Dupixent?” This is a common question I receive from many eczema warriors and those interested in trying this new, leading drug. Please note that I...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Walking into 2019 with ConfidenceIt's that time of year again! Time to see all of the "new year, new me" posts. For those of us living with Atopic Dermatitis, we unfortunately know that's not...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Six Ways I Tackle the Itch from EczemaDoes the itchiness of eczema bother you as much as it does me? Luckily with my diet, it doesn’t itch and burn often, but holy moly when it does, it...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
My Love/Hate Relationship with the GymLately, I've been really trying to live a healthier lifestyle. Really I've been trying to make this change for a long time. I truly want to be better. I want...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Power in Your StoryUp until this point, when people ask me how can they start healing their eczema, I respond, “by sharing your story with others.” I truly believe that what supported me...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Achieve Restful Sleep with EczemaA good night’s rest can be difficult under normal circumstances. When you throw eczema into the mix, it can be downright impossible at times. Between intense scratching and constant adjusting...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Travel Products: Yes Ma'am or Major Scam?When living with a condition that could possibly cause your skin to look and/or feel different at any moment, you can say products are kind of important. We are faced...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Little Holiday IndulgenceMy uncle came all the way from New Mexico to spend Thanksgiving with us. We spent the day at Disneyland, which became a family tradition four years ago. Now, I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Handling the Holiday Scents with Sensitive SkinOver the river and through the woods can be a lot of stress if grandmother’s perfume or scented household products cause allergies and skin problems. We’ve had problems handling the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Polar Opposite Of The Patient I Should BeI am 100% the polar opposite of the patient I should be - and I'm well aware of this. I know what I should do to possibly help my skin and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments