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Skin issues often get short shrift in the health world because they're "not that bad" when compared to "actual diseases" but there are a lot of challenges that come with...

We all want makeup to help us look good with skin issues. It can take time, so be prepared to make a day of it. Go all out and have...

Recently I found a social media influencer who had the most amazing skin. It was so pretty and flawless and while I know I shouldn't compare myself, I really wanted...

Dupixent® (dupilumab) is a medication that is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in adolescents (aged 12 to 17) with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis...

Intermittent Fasting (IF) is a type of eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting. It doesn’t emphasize what you should eat, but rather what time you should...

Your skin feels dry, tight, easily irritated, and itchy. So what’s the most natural thing to do? You scratch to calm the itch. Yet the more you scratch, the worse...

Weddings...Need I say more? It's apparently wedding season. I wasn't aware of this. Nor was I prepared for it - at all. This time of the year isn't my favorite...

Your skin is your largest organ, with a specific purpose of protecting your insides from the outside world. It is a barrier against bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microscopic creatures...

It’s that time of year again! During the open enrollment period, Americans have the ability to shop for new health insurance plans. As someone who has recently navigated this intimidating...

With my granddaughter entering into her senior year, it’s a time of independence. She is working most evenings and has a car. She also chooses to spend time with friends...

This article is part of an “Ask the Advocate” series. Our amazing group of atopic dermatitis advocates answered a few questions to share their thoughts and tips with the community...

Between trying new creams and resisting the urge to scratch, life with eczema can sure get stressful. It's no wonder that dealing with an often unpredictable and uncontrollable condition like...

I sat down on the plane to California, thrilled for our first family trip across the country with our two month old daughter. I looked down at my joyful infant who...

I just returned from attending a conference. I’ve been going to this conference for about 6 years, maybe 7, but this was my first year going with my eczema being...

During my first week of college I had the worst flare up that I had ever had. Being diagnosed at 8 years old, I had a lot of experience with...

This article is part of an “Ask the Advocate” series. Our amazing group of atopic dermatitis advocates answered a few questions to share their thoughts and tips with the community...

Taking control of an eczema flare may feel impossible, especially when flares are caused by and induce stress. Using mind-body techniques can help to reduce stress and improve mood and...

I called this recipe “stupid easy” because there are literally just two ingredients and the only way to mess it up is to put too much tea tree oil in...

Shout out to all the globe-trotting eczema warriors out there! We all know that caring for our skin can be difficult—especially when we’re halfway around the world. Climates may not...