8 Tips for Traveling with EczemaI recently embarked on a 7-day international adventure, and my constant companion? My atopic dermatitis. While my skin wasn't at its absolute...reactionscomments
I Love My PharmacistHave any of you seen the commercials, "I love my lawyer?"? Well, I love my pharmacist. This had been a difficult summer with...reactionscomments
Heat, Perspiration and EczemaDoes perspiration affect your atopic dermatitis? It has more of an effect on me than I ever thought possible. Some time ago...reactions9comments
Making My Own Eczema-Friendly Facial MoisturizerA number of years ago, when I lived in the country and had a herb garden, I made most of my own...reactionscomments
Eczema and Tattoos: The Healing ProcessNormal tattoos take a little time to heal. I understand they peel and become uncomfortable, but this wasn't that. The tattoo I’d...reactions2comments
Going To The Beach With EczemaWith summer on its way, it seems like a good time to talk about how, even if you have eczema, you can...reactionscomments
Our Sunscreens and Bug Sprays Recommendations!Our skin is exposed to everything. It's meant to be a barrier to anything that we come in contact with. But the...reactions4comments
My Eczema Foot Mask ReviewI almost didn’t recognize my own feet and still almost don’t. They are much smoother than usual, even with my regular eczema...reactionscomments
My Favorite Foot ScrubThere are numerous recipes for foot masks or scrubs on the internet. Using trial and error, you could find one that works...reactionscomments
From Chlorine Flares to Clearer Skin: A Journey of Misdiagnosis, Stigma, and LearningMy high school swim lessons had an enduring impact on my view of my skin. Before this situation, I had never experienced...reactions2comments
The Toll of Eczema & Topical Steroid WithdrawalThere is a certain physical, emotional, mental, and even spiritual toll that affects those dealing with any chronic health condition. But to...reactions6comments
Living Despite the Skin Flare UpsI’ve dealt with some form of skin condition my whole life. Whether it be one of the several different types of eczema...reactionscomments
A Prescription for Plastic Wrap!?I recently had a bad eczema flare and was out of my usual medications to treat it. I also wasn't entirely sure...reactionscomments
Why I Will Never Use Immunosuppressants AgainSince I started sharing my journey with topical steroid withdrawal and eczema, it hasn’t exactly been a big surprise that I haven’t...reactionscomments
How I Use Hydrocolloid BandagesThis year in May, I ended up catching COVID and had the worst TSW (topical steroid withdrawal) and eczema flare I’ve had...reactionscomments
The Worst Days with Atopic DermatitisFirst of all, why are there more bad days than good? Perhaps it's just me, but the good days never seem to...reactions14comments
How Did I Wear All These Clothes Before the Pandemic?This morning I met a mate for a nice walk and coffee. I got up at 9 am, showered and instead of...reactions4comments
Shaving Is Simply Not an OptionIf you are a man and have facial eczema, you will know exactly what I mean when I speak of the nightmare...reactions10comments
I Look Forward to Summer and Dread It at the Same TimeThere is no pleasing me. I have spent the last few months moaning about the winter months and now it seems I...reactionscomments
Deodorants: What’s the Problem?One of the many concerns for eczema patients, and certainly for myself, is choosing the right products that won’t irritate our skin...reactions3comments
