Skincare Golden NuggetsMore relief is here! I imagine we all have our “go-to" remedial products that support us, whether in a flare or for daily maintenance. Since we are navigating this life...reactionscomments
What Common Allergens Are Found in Cosmetic Products?Cosmetics are products applied to your body to make it cleaner or more appealing, or change its appearance. They include things like hair dyes, makeup, and perfumes. Cosmetics can sometimes...reactions2comments
Nutrition Regrets During Topical Steroid WithdrawalIt has been a no-brainer to incorporate healthy eating choices and food eliminations throughout my lifelong eczema journey whenever I’d flare up badly. My parents were very diligent in helping...reactionscomments
My Romantic Relationship and Dealing with EczemaWho else is currently in a relationship with a romantic partner? I have been with my partner now for six years. We will be celebrating seven years together this September...reactionscomments
Key to Being Eczema Free: Building a Strong Immune SystemRecently, I have really been struggling to control my eczema. I am hoping that it is just another phase/cycle that I am experiencing and soon I will be out and...reactionscomments
What Do Product Labels Mean?Many people with skin conditions are allergic to the ingredients in everyday household products. Triggers can include: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires that all cosmetics marketed to...reactionscomments
Packing Tape for Atopic Dermatitis?Could packing tape become the next big thing for dry skin? Pulling off a Band-Aid with skin flakes stuck to it gave me the idea for this awesome tip. It...reactionscomments
Will I Ever Be Eczema Free?Next year I will turn forty-four years old, and it got me thinking...I have been in a war with this dreadful disease for decades, and if I am realistic, I...reactions1comment
Share Your Story – Be Vulnerable“Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do.” – Brene Brown I’ll never forget the day I decided to share my...reactionscomments
Research Spotlight: Atopic Dermatitis and Other Autoimmune ConditionsAs a self-proclaimed ‘armchair scientist’ and a person living with multiple chronic illnesses, I like to keep up to date on the latest research and innovations that affect, well, me!...reactions1comment
Fine to Thrive: Choosing a Career Around My ConditionBy the mid-noughties, I was at the end of my tether with my skin and career. I worked at Kodak - the giant photographic/film company, examining film and paper in...reactionscomments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...reactionscomments
What Do Food Labels Mean?A food label can tell you a lot about what you are eating. It shows the number of calories and serving sizes of different foods and provides a breakdown of...reactionscomments
5 Skincare Ingredients to AvoidThe majority of us that struggle with atopic dermatitis, topical steroid withdrawal, or any other skin condition are very well aware we have to be careful when selecting which products...reactions2comments
Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine With EczemaEither dreaded or celebrated word, COVID-19 vaccine! It’s a personal choice to get vaccinated. In some ways, the word is sort of becoming taboo. Nobody really wants to pry into...reactions2comments
Special but for the Wrong ReasonsIn 1987 I was a nine-year-old child. I remember being taken to the famous Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. Oddly, it was an exciting and frightening time. I vividly...reactionscomments
Beach Day Sunburn - What Not To Do!Ouch! Sunburn. My first beach day right before the official start of summer left me with a sunburn the next day. Yes, I used sunblock. No, I did not reapply...reactionscomments
5 Eczema Tips When Visiting the SalonI remember the days when I didn’t have to overthink my appointments at the salon. I would just set up my appointment and head out. Now, with chronic eczema, I...reactionscomments
Rub a Dub DubThe sanctuary. The porcelain crib. The domestic oasis... a.k.a. the bathtub. First off, what was used back in the olden days, such as bins and large basins, were not called bathtubs...reactionscomments
Specialist Says No!Last evening, I got off the phone to my doctor feeling totally and utterly bewildered. Let's take a few steps back for some context. In February, I sent an email...reactions2comments