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I got a tattoo in a place I didn’t realize was impacted by my condition. As someone living with eczema, I realize there is never really such a thing as...

Why do we downplay the less than perfect health of our bodies, dismiss our chronic disease, or whatever it is that we see as negatives about ourselves? Why, when we’re...

If you are a man and have facial eczema, you will know exactly what I mean when I speak of the nightmare that is shaving! I think I started shaving...

Hi there! I’m Emma- As you may have realized, I’m new here! Unfortunately, I am not ‘new’ to eczema. On top of eczema, I also have the supreme luck of...

Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Best Face Forward: Facial Care Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID...

The idea of, “beauty rest” is really true! When you have mostly healed from the worst experiences with eczema you can realize that even where your skin isn’t flared the...

Dealing with eczema is no fun, especially when your skin doesn’t want to cooperate. Lately, I’ve found that I really look forward to the hour or so before bed because...

Being a person of color born into a white neighborhood, I have always been hyper-aware of the fact that I’m Asian American. I wish that weren’t the case, but it’s...

Atopic dermatitis and hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) are both skin conditions. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema. Often simply called eczema, it causes dry, itchy, and scaly patches...

Bill was flicking through some old photo albums the other day and came across some old classic photos his mum took of him when he was a kid. Feeling very...

Have you been trying to discover your new atopic dermatitis triggers? Have you reached that stage where your eczema is causing unwanted pain, itchiness, sleeplessness, and yet you’ve avoided all...

I chat with my ex-partner and good friend Louise Sagbilge. Louise has a real passion for food and nutrition, and we discuss the health benefits of eating clean and maintaining...

As a person with asthma, most of my symptoms are invisible. I can feel them, but people can’t see my shortness of breath or my wheeze.  Although, asthma has caused...

I haven’t done a body update in a while, and I felt it might be necessary. I think it’s been about a year (likely going on two) since the last...

There comes a time when you are all out of words. I can see myself getting to that point in all areas of my life, so what I am writing...

We have all heard the saying that first impressions make the most impact. What does that mean for someone with atopic dermatitis who has visible symptoms on the skin? Not...

If I knew then what I know now, I wouldn’t have spent thousands of dollars on creams, lotions, emollients, serums, and moisturizers. If you had asked me years ago, I...

A few months ago, I received a comment on one of my Instagram posts that stated, “You’re so lucky to have clear skin.” Although I am sure the person’s intention...

A few weeks ago, a friend of mine called me up, insisting I listen to a podcast by Patrick McKeown. He is what you call a "breathing practitioner." What on...

On February 4th, 2021, a big Youtuber by the name of Joana Ceddia released a video on her channel titled “I’ve been lying to you all for the past 6...