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, […]
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 […]
Questions You Have: Why Do I Have Eczema?
Eczema is a chronic skin condition characterized by clusters of red, itchy, and sometimes painful patches on the body. It often appears during childhood, but also affects adults. While the exact causes of eczema are unknown, a number of factors can contribute to its onset. Harsh Irritants Everyone’s skin reacts differently to different substances. Harsh […]
5 Secrets to Eliminating Severe Eczema
One little girl suffering from severe eczema told her mother that rather than going to Disneyland, her biggest wish in life was to be able to wear shoes without pain. She had eczema all over her body and had it so severely on her feet that they were covered in painful scabs. She was in […]
What Is Nummular Dermatitis?
Nummular eczema, also called nummular dermatitis, is a skin condition that creates coin-shaped skin lesions most frequently on the arms and legs. The lesions can also be found all over or anywhere on the body. These blemishes are very dry, scaly patches of the skin that become crusty and itchy, and they may ooze fluid. […]
Finding Your Eczema Skin Care Routine
Eczema is an annoying, itchy skin condition that is associated with and more common in people who have allergic conditions such as asthma, hay fever, and keratosis pilaris. Infants and children are the most likely people to experience eczema, but it is not limited to them; adults can get it too. Children are fortunate in […]