The 50 Shades of Me(lanin)...When I look at my face and body, all I can see is a messy mish-mash of many, many different shades of melanin. An ugly tapestry that shows a worn...reactions5comments
CIBINQO: The Newest JAK inhibitor...For as long as I can remember, topical steroids and immunosuppressants like cyclosporine were the only treatments prescribed to eczema patients. When Dupixent (dupilumab) came along, it was remarkable. The...reactionscomments
Diagnosed with Impetigo...About three weeks ago, my eczema got so bad that I needed medical attention. I was put on a short course of prednisolone (15mg for the first 3 days, followed...reactionscomments
Healing: An Ongoing Commitment...When dealing with any chronic health condition, you have a big decision to make at some point. That decision is whether you will commit to your healing fully or not...reactions2comments
Coping Strategies When Stress Exacerbates Our Atopic Dermatitis...Are there any coping strategies that actually work for those times when that itchy flare on your face keeps you awake? When it’s at its worst? One that might handle...reactionscomments
A Journey to NMT (No Moisture Treatment)...In the realm of topical steroid withdrawal and those seeking to scrap their steroid creams, there is a treatment that usually leaves people concretely on one side of the proverbial...reactionscomments
No Naughtiness This Year!...“The soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the mind.” ― Caroline Myss. We are already in the second month of the year, and...reactionscomments
need suggestions...hello all, i have a small shop here in Houston where i sell beauty products in a vast verity and quality is perfect throughout all products but still my sales...reactions1replySkincare ProductsGeneral DiscussionsBathing
How My Relationship With Makeup Has Changed...I was formally diagnosed with atopic dermatitis in middle school. It also happens to be around the time when everyone starts to find themselves, and, to be honest, navigating that...reactionscomments
The Beginning...Imagine having clear skin, using any lotion, detergent, fabric softener, or body wash that you like. Picture eating meals including seafood or any foods that have dairy in them. Imagine...reactionscomments
FeaturedIs sugar causing my eczema breakouts?...This is my first post here, but I was looking for advice or some insight on this issue. I’ve noticed in the past 2 years, everytime I eat any kind...reactions4repliesTreatmentsCopingTips & Advice
Hot water - afraid I've caused permanent damage...Please no judgements. I've had eczema my whole life. Over a year ago, I realized that it felt REALLY good and soothing to run itchy skin under hot water, the...reactions2repliesGeneral DiscussionsStigmaBathing
Why I Will Never Use Immunosuppressants Again...Since I started sharing my journey with topical steroid withdrawal and eczema, it hasn’t exactly been a big surprise that I haven’t done well with most Western medical treatments. However...reactionscomments
Find The Meaning...One of my favorite things to do is listen to podcasts. There are some pretty good ones on skin health (the Healthy Skin Show and The Eczema Podcast), but I...reactionscomments
Depression & Anxiety - My Constant Companions...I have dealt with atopic dermatitis most of my life and depression and anxiety have also been constant companions on my journey. I was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis at 10...reactionscomments
My Experience with COVID-19 and Eczema...A few weeks back I got COVID, although it was a scary situation to be in, thankfully I didn't get bad symptoms. Listen to more about my experience with it...reactionscomments
32 Degrees...Reading is so empowering. As I sit here in Barnes and Noble, I am breathing in a new book. When it comes to eczema, we can always use motivation in...reactionscomments
Is fish oil making my skin drier!?...Hello, I’m not sure if it is coincidence but I’m starting to wonder whether fish oil capsules are making my skin even drier. I know it is suppose to help...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceGeneral DiscussionsDiet & Nutrition
My UVB Phototherapy Starts Next Month...Greetings my fellow eczema warriors! The time is just coming up to 9 am as I write to you this morning from the sunny UK. It's actually overcast here but...reactionscomments
Concerns for the Future...Harry is an almost 3-year-old who suffers with severe atopic dermatitis. I have been told by both his dermatologists that since his skin hasn’t had one single break for over...reactionscomments
