Living with eczema means constantly battling the urge to scratch, especially when your skin feels irritated, hot, or dry. It’s a relentless cycle that can impact your sleep, confidence, and overall well-being. Eczema sleeves offer a simple, non-invasive way to manage these daily challenges, acting as a protective second skin for your arms and legs […]
My friend ST told me that on hot days like today, she always wants to wear a sleeveless top. But after a nasty eczema flare-up, she has brown patches and scratch lines on her arms and shoulders, making her think twice. She also worries that the eczema scars are now permanent. Did she do irreversible […]
At six weeks postpartum, Sheryl noticed the skin on her knuckles were split and cracked, and her inside elbow itched so badly during late-night feeds that she couldn’t get back to sleep. The eczema flare-up came suddenly; red, cracked and painfully tight skin. It all happened suddenly, after her baby was born. She traced it […]
Short answer: Yes, for most people. Emu oil is used as a moisturiser/adjunct to reduce dryness and inflammation and support the skin barrier. It’s best thought of as part of a complete eczema management plan, and not a cure. Read on for full details. What Is Emu Oil Why It’s Recommended For Eczema Emu oil […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
