How I Manage Itchiness in the MomentDitching that itch is no easy feat! Stress-induced eczema flares are so challenging to deal with. Not only do you have to manage the itch or pain from a flare... By Teresa Alabata1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Jing Hot Chocolate for Energy, Immunity and Stress Regulation (Sugar-Free)Having eczema can be a very taxing experience, keeping us from getting a full night's sleep and taking a lot of our mental energy to manage the chronic pain that... By Teresa AlabataBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Handling the Holiday Scents with Sensitive SkinOver the river and through the woods can be a lot of stress if grandmother’s perfume or scented household products cause allergies and skin problems. We’ve had problems handling the... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Polar Opposite Of The Patient I Should BeI am 100% the polar opposite of the patient I should be - and I'm well aware of this. I know what I should do to possibly help my skin and... By Shawn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Atopic Dermatitis Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the words of our community members across various conditions... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ways to Release Pent-Up Stress To Prevent or Lower ItchfestsStress is a trigger for atopic dermatitis and finding ways to cope with and manage stress can be very difficult. Eczema is a full-time job between experimenting with different ways... By Teresa Alabata1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Homemade Stovetop Probiotic Matcha Granola RecipeThere is nothing I love more than home cooking and customizing my own recipes! Having eczema, I have found it not only tastier but very practical and helpful for my... By Teresa AlabataBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting a Tattoo with EczemaLast 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... By Teresa Alabata3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
By the Numbers: Diagnosis and HCPsJust 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... By Courtney Getty2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
4 Questions My Friends Ask About EczemaMost 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... By Abigail Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Proactive Prevention: Bathtime TipsWhile 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... By KeTwanna Young2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hearing About Exfoliation for the First TimeI 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... By Shawn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Golden Garlic RiceTurmeric and garlic are two culinary and medicinal herbs that are very well known for their medicinal effects and flavor enhancing qualities of the food they’re cooked with worldwide. Turmeric... By Teresa AlabataBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Befriending Someone with EczemaAdulting 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... By Shawn2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Could Bee Venom Treat Atopic Dermatitis? Maybe SomedayThe results of recent studies show that people who suffer from atopic dermatitis might someday be treated with a substance based on the molecules that make bee stings painful. Atopic... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Dupixent Changed My LifeI’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... By Jeff Ten Broeck3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Eczema Makeup Recommendations From A Pro Eco Makeup ArtistMakeup 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... By Teresa Alabata3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Skin Consequences from Baby AllergiesIf you missed Part 1 - Discovering Baby Allergies, click here! I found out more about her allergies when she started to eat solid foods. I made pancakes for my family... By Stefanie Bord2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Immune Boosting Mashed Ginger ParsnipsParsnips can sometimes be an acquired taste. Before, I wasn't a huge fan of them because I thought they had a weird kind of sweet and bitter flavor that I... By Teresa AlabataBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
By the Numbers: Symptoms and ComplicationsJust 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... By Courtney Getty3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments