Eczema & Lifestyle

Swim season with eczema: your beach & pool game plan

Swim season with eczema: your beach & pool game plan Summer and swimming can still be on the agenda with eczema—you just need a simple “protect–rinse–restore” routine and a bit of planning. Water play is great exercise and helps sleep, so the aim is to make it as comfortable and flare-free as possible, not to…

Key tips for Managing Eczema During Summer Holidays

Tips for Managing Eczema During Summer Holidays Whether you are travelling to an exotic destination or staying closer to home, holidays can bring challenges for families with eczema-prone children. Changes in climate, routines, diet, and sleeping arrangements can all trigger flare-ups. While there is no way to guarantee your child will avoid a flare, careful…

Gut Health and Eczema: The Gut-Skin Connection

If you’ve ever wondered why some foods or stress seem to trigger your eczema, you’re not alone. More and more research points to a strong link between gut health and skin conditions like eczema. Commonly referred to as the gut-skin connection, this fascinating area of study explores how the balance of bacteria in your digestive…

Stress and Eczema: How They Are Related (and How to Reduce the Impact)

If you’ve ever noticed your skin flaring up during stressful times, you’re not imagining it. Stress and eczema are closely linked – and for many people, it can feel like a frustrating cycle. You’re stressed, your eczema worsens, and that flare-up brings even more stress. When we feel stressed, our bodies release hormones like cortisol,…

Eczema Cream: Insights from a Healthcare Professional

Did you know that Atopic Dermatitis significantly impacts sleep, especially in children? This in turn affects their quality of life and that of the entire family. Mustela’s chief Dermatologist and Advisor for Scientific Communication, Dr Clarence de Belilovsky shares insights in a recent Q&A What is Atopic Dermatitis (AD) or Eczema, and how does it…

Managing Eczema in Winter: How to Keep Your Skin Calm in the Cold

Managing eczema in winter can be particularly challenging. Cold air, low humidity, indoor heating, and long hot showers all strip the skin of moisture, leaving it dry, cracked, and more prone to flare-ups. It’s no surprise that eczema symptoms often worsen during the colder months. The good news is that with a few simple changes…

Supporting Someone Living with Eczema: Practical Ways to Make a Difference

Eczema isn’t just about dry or itchy skin – it’s a daily challenge that can affect every part of a person’s life, often in ways that are not visible to others. The physical discomfort, the emotional strain, and the need to constantly manage symptoms can be overwhelming.  During Eczema Awareness Month, we’re taking the time…

Coping Strategies for Eczema Sufferers

Living with eczema can be exhausting – physically and emotionally. The itch, discomfort, and unpredictability of flare-ups can take a toll on your daily life. But you’re not alone. Managing eczema isn’t just about treating the symptoms; it’s about caring for your skin, body, and emotional well-being. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, small, thoughtful changes…

Eczema and Mental Health: Understanding the Emotional Toll

Eczema affects millions of people worldwide, and if you or someone you love has it, you know it’s not just about the skin. Constant itchiness, inflammation, and discomfort are daily struggles many face. While we often hear a lot about the physical side of eczema, the emotional impact isn’t talked about nearly enough. In this…