Author Archives: Alex Tan

Four-Year Old Won’t Go To Bed Without Her Eczema Mittens Because They Help So Much

Parenting is never easy, but when your child struggles with eczema, the worry and exhaustion reach a different level. Saifuddin and his wife know this firsthand, as their four-year-old daughter has been battling eczema since she was a toddler. “It probably runs in the family,” Saifuddin shared. “My wife has had eczema since she was […]

The Important Question Doctors Will Ask About Your Eczema, And It Has Nothing To Do With Your Skin

When we think about eczema, the image that often comes to mind is one of red, inflamed, and itchy patches of skin. Naturally, doctors tend to focus on these visible symptoms when assessing the severity of your condition. But, one thing that doctors want to know about your eczema has very little to do with […]

This is Why Your Itchy Skin Might Be Hungry For Omega-3

For many people with sensitive skin or eczema, the constant itchiness can feel like a puzzle with no solution in sight. But what if the answer might not lie on your shelf, but on your plate? Could something be missing in your diet that makes your skin flare up more and more? The missing ingredient […]

How to Keep Your Skin Feeling Cool During “High Heat Stress” Days in Singapore

A recent article reported that Singapore experienced 21 days of “high heat stress” in 2024. Those are days where the average Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is equal or higher than 33°C. On such days, it’s essential to have a way to keep your skin cool and comfortable, or risk suffering an eczema flare-up. Here are […]

From Sleepless Nights to Healing Skin: Darren’s Journey Through Eczema and TSW

Darren’s story is one of resilience, determination, and finding hope through patience and the right tools. As a young sales executive, Darren juggles a demanding office job with the daily struggle of eczema. His eczema had been affecting his fingers, palms, face, and legs for years. Like many others, he relied on steroid creams to […]

Eczema cream or eczema oil: which is better?

When it comes to managing eczema, choosing between an eczema cream or an eczema oil depends on your specific skin needs, the type of flare-up you’re experiencing, and even your daily routine. Both have their pros and cons, and often the best approach is to experiment to see which works best for your skin at […]

Why Do Eczema Flare-ups Happen (And What You Can Do About It)?

When you tell someone (who doesn’t have eczema) that you have eczema, they will immediately launch into “advice” mode. “Have you tried avoiding this?”. “Have you tried applying that?”. I’m sure they mean well. But suggesting treatment methods are not helpful until you actually know the reason for your flare-ups.  So, let’s chat about why […]

Scientists Just Found Out That a Bacteria Tells Your Skin to Itch

Eczema bacteria

Eczema sufferers, there’s some hopeful news on the horizon. Scientists have uncovered a fascinating link between the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and the relentless itching that characterizes eczema. Researchers have known that people with eczema tend to have higher amounts of Staphylococcus aureus on their skin. But, are they there because of your scratching? Or are […]