Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis. This autoimmune disease is a lifelong illness that causes scaly, red patches to develop on the skin. While the exact cause of plaque psoriasis is unknown, it is thought to occur when the immune system sends out faulty signals that increases the skin cell growth cycle. […]
The Importance of Optimizing the Skin’s Barrier
As the largest organ in the human body, our skin acts as a first-line defense against invasive organisms such as bacteria and virus. Skin health is amazingly important, and yet many people do not understand how our skin works, or how to important skin barrier optimization is to our health. Skin: A Layered Approach Our skin is […]
Eat Your Way to Healthier Skin
If you are suffering from dry, flaky, and perhaps even itchy skin, you should consider adding certain items to your diet. The right foods really can help you skin to glow with good health, and even those who suffer from eczema and psoriasis can benefit significantly from bringing the right foods to the table. Foods […]
Natural Oils: Always Safe For Your Skin?
The use of natural oils as a topical skin moisturizer has increased in popularity worldwide in recent years. Some people believe that, because the oils are natural, they pose no potential harm to the skin. While many natural oils are perfectly acceptable for consumption, some pose risks when applied to the skin. Olive oil and […]
Eczema Treatment: Bathing in Bleach?
Atopic dermatitis is a frustrating skin condition that plagues people from a very young age. More commonly known as eczema, this affliction causes patches of dry skin. Patients, especially young children, struggle to avoid scratching the patches. As a result, infections abound. Several studies suggest that treating the infection with a dilute bleach bath may […]
Allergy, Asthma & Mental Health Concerns
Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is typically regarded as an uncomfortable but manageable skin condition. Although eczema’s primary symptom involves red and itchy skin, its effects can be far-reaching. Everything from allergies to mental illnesses have been attributed to the condition. Due to eczema’s chronic status and continued lack of a complete cure, its associated comorbidities […]
Raw Diets: Power to Cure Eczema?
Most people develop atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, as infants or toddlers. This persistent, itchy, dry skin is not contagious, but causes misery for it’s sufferers. Parents often find themselves at a loss to treat eczema in their children, especially if it is severe. While some rely on treatments for acute outbreaks of eczema, […]
Skin Cancer: Surgeon General Warning!
Do tanning beds cause skin cancer? Melanoma experts have long warned against indoor tanning and now another supporter is helping spread the message. The office of the U.S. Surgeon General issues a stern warning to those considering getting a quick bronze in a tanning bed this winter: Don’t do it! With technology simplifying many aspects […]
Can Vitamin D Reduce Eczema Outbreaks?
Eczema is an umbrella term for skin conditions exhibiting swelling, redness, itching, flaking and oozing blisters. Atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis and other allergic skin reactions may also be referred to as eczema. Studies have found that atopic eczema may occur due to the presence of skin-infiltrating CD4 T cells of the Th1-like and/or […]
Beware: Pantothenic Acid in Skin Care & Hair Products
One of the more common ingredients included in skin and hair care product is pantothenic acid. Although pantothenic acid is very common, there have been some side-effects associated with the use of this ingredient, ranging from simple issues like dry skin, to more serious reactions such as chest tightness or difficulty breathing. There have been […]