It’s estimated that about 31.6 million people in the United States populationare affected by eczema, so if you’ve recently been diagnosed with mild to severe eczema, you’re certainly not alone. If you haven’t received an official diagnosis but have been suffering from rough and inflamed patches of skin, then you’ll want to start by seeing […]
12 Celebrities Suffer From Psoriasis
Think that you are alone in combating your psoriasis? Rest assured that you’re not alone. In fact, some 7.5 million Americans suffer from the autoimmune disorder known as psoriasis. Psoriasis can hit you at any time in your life and can be mild, moderate or severe. There are several celebrities who have come forth in […]
Winning the Battle Against Acne
I think we can all agree that acne is our bitter enemy. The teenage years are awkward enough, but when you throw in some acne with everything else that’s changing, it’s almost laughable. As an adult when a little bit of acne shows up it’s almost like you get Narnia-ed right back to those memorable […]
What Causes Rosacea?
Rosy red cheeks may look cute on a little kid, but if you’re an adult suffering from rosacea, you are less likely to find them amusing. Medical science has yet to pin down an exact cause of rosacea or come up with a definitive rosacea cure but there are many possible factors that are believed […]
The Difference Between Eczema & Psoriasis
Skin rashes are annoying, uncomfortable and unsightly – but worse than that, they can be tricky to diagnose. Learn about the differences between eczema and psoriasis so that you can ask all the right questions when you visit your doctor. Eczema Signs & Symptoms Nearly everyone with eczema experiences an itchy rash, but beyond that, […]
3 Benefits Of Using a Vegan Skin Care Product
In the world of commercial skin care products, it’s hard to differentiate the helpful from the harmful. Many ingredients can improve the look of your skin in the short run, but can cause damage if used over a long period of time. A quick Google search for common skin cream additives like parabens and phthalates […]
Why You Should Never Pierce Your Baby’s Ears
Recently, we’ve all been introduced to the fact that chronic eczema often stems from an allergy to a mysterious chemical, metal, or molecule to which you or your child is coming in contact. In some studies, up to 70% of children who have chronic eczema have an allergy to one or more chemicals to which they are coming into contact with, in addition […]
Top 10 Cracked Heels Home Remedies
Dry feet and cracked heels can be uncomfortable, embarrassing and even painful. So what causes dry cracked heels? There are several factors that cause this epidemic such as: soaps that dry out your skin, plain old drying of the skin—which is made worse if you don’t wear socks on cement or hard wood floors, cold […]