10 Helpful Hints for Holiday Skin CareIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! The giving spirit abounds in traditional gatherings. You may share the holidays with friends, family, co-workers, or those in your community. For... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Beware Before You Wear or Use FabricOne of the great things about the holidays is getting presents. Whether it is the new shirt that you wanted or the ugly sweater from your aunt, presents are fun... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Sprinkle of This, A Drop of That: Eczema Bath TreatmentsBathing (or showering) is an important way to both treat atopic dermatitis as well as prevent recurrences of flares and maintain healthy skin. Bathing helps hydrate the skin and removes... By Katie Van Horn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
5 Ways to Reduce StressEver experience this scenario? You've got a big presentation for school or for work and you wake up and have an atopic dermatitis flare. You are not alone! Stress is... By Katie Van Horn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Rewards of Routines with DermatitisLife can be simpler with a good skin care routine. The benefits are endless. But – seasons change, and we get busy. We look up and our schedules have fiddled... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Is It Time To Seek Help?We have a lot of experience with atopic dermatitis at our house. I had a severe flare-up that led to a diagnosis when I was around eight or 10. My... By Sarah Hackley2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Seasons of EczemaFor some the weather or changing of seasons can aggravate or act as a trigger for atopic dermatitis (AD), leading some to call it winter eczema or even seasonal dermatitis... By Katie Van Horn1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Atopic Dermatitis in Adults: Impact on SexualityPeople are insecure. It’s a fact. They worry about lots of things: aging, money, job security, and illness, just to name a few. Add sexuality to that list, especially for... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Put the Lotion Down! Moisturizing Eczema-Prone SkinCooler, drier weather often means itchier, flakier skin for those with atopic dermatitis. If you or your family are experiencing renewed or continued symptoms, it’s time to get serious about... By Sarah Hackley2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
What Can Giving Back Give You?Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Homemade Moisture Cream for Dry SkinIt is not always easy to find that one moisturizer that works on everything. It seems like this one has perfume, or that one doesn’t absorb easily. I would like... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Across the Ages: 3 Snapshots of my Eczema LifeLittle did I know the diagnosis of eczema at six years old would latch on possibly the rest of my life. Who knew not all diseases can be easily treated... By Harrison Li5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Falling into Good HabitsWith the latest weather snap, a cold front blew in, and my granddaughter woke up with a dry patch above her eyebrow. We had cheered on our hometown football team... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Head to Toe Moisturizers for The SkinFinding the right moisturizer for your skin is not easy. What absorbs on one person, may not work on others. We’ve all been through the trial and error of trying... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
From the Community: Eczema Across the AgesWe asked and you answered. While atopic dermatitis is typically diagnosed in infants and children, some may not get a diagnosis until later in life. A look at what age... By Katie Van Horn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Most Frequently Asked Questions About Atopic EczemaAtopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition and is the most common type of eczema. It is also known as atopic eczema. AD most commonly occurs in children, with... By Katie Van Horn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Does Atopic March Exist?I came across the term “Atopic March” a few times after my son was diagnosed with allergies. If Atopic March existed, I could expect asthma to be the next phase... By Nav Gosal3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What I Wish People Knew...It would be nice to have a little pamphlet to hand out when people get chatty or are curious about our skin condition. Helping others understand what we go through... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hair Removal With Atopic EczemaAtopic eczema, the most common form of eczema, causes redness, inflammation, and intense itching. Removing hair either by shaving or waxing can be especially difficult with eczema because so many... By Katie Van Horn4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Look at Allergies and Atopic DermatitisResearchers believe that the dysfunction in skin barrier seen in atopic dermatitis leads to an increased sensitivity to allergens. What are allergens you might ask!? An allergen is a substance... By Katie Van Horn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments