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Last November, I got a tattoo for my birthday, and it's something that I had been planning for months. Now some people with eczema may think that getting a tattoo...

Just over 400 individuals with atopic dermatitis (AD) completed the online AD In America 2018 survey. This survey gathered information about their symptoms and diagnosis journey, as well as their...

Most of my friends and family don’t really understand what eczema is. My parents do, but that is because they have been dealing with it since I was an infant...

While there may not be a known cure for atopic dermatitis, there are many preventative measures that can be taken to decrease the frequency and quantity of flare-ups. Bathtime procedures...

I recently shared my experience exfoliating my arms with charcoal and an exfoliating brush. It was...an interesting experience. I didn't love it, but it also wasn't the worst thing I'd experienced...

Adulting is hard. I think that's what we should learn in high school. How to be an adult. What does it take? How to write checks and make a full...

I’ve suffered from eczema since I was four months old. So when I learned about a life-changing medication named Dupixent, I knew that I had to hear more. The first...

Makeup can be an elusive concept when you have super sensitive skin and active flare-ups. Over the past 8 years, I have been a professional eco-friendly and cruelty-free makeup artist...

Just over 400 individuals with AD completed the online AD In America 2018 survey. This survey gathered information about their symptoms and diagnosis journey, as well as their quality of...

Cleansing and sanitation are so important when you have eczema! But sometimes, the search for a safe formula that won't sting can make one dubious when it comes to selecting...

Having atopic dermatitis means that there may be some food allergies lurking beneath the surface. If you have problems with gluten, or any other autoimmune difficulties, eating during the holidays...

Caring for others is always hard. It's especially difficult when you, yourself are living with a condition. It's hard to find a good balance. You want to be there for...

My daughter, Tamia, has a little cousin who is very close in age to her. They are four days apart. In April, Tamia and her (slightly) younger cousin both celebrated...

I have a very strict diet because of my eczema. I don’t eat meat, with the exception of pork. I avoid most fast food and don’t drink soda. At first...

We know there's a lot going on with Eczema Awareness Month in October and the holidays fast approaching, but we've seen so much great engagement coming from our community members...

There are certain times in life when you must appreciate the little things. Lately, doing exactly that has been keeping me afloat with so many life changes - leaving my...

Eczema has taught me so much about happiness. About what it truly means to experience unconditional love and joy for life. To be grateful for my life despite all the...

When I was bedridden from Topical Steroids Withdrawal (TSW), I would visualize myself already healed – having smooth and healthy skin, wearing shorts, going swimming, getting a tan, being happy...

Skin issues often get short shrift in the health world because they're "not that bad" when compared to "actual diseases" but there are a lot of challenges that come with...

We all want makeup to help us look good with skin issues. It can take time, so be prepared to make a day of it. Go all out and have...