Author Archives: Alex Tan

What Is TSW Skin? Darren’s Journey Through Topical Steroid Withdrawal (and How He Healed)

What Is TSW Skin? TSW stands for topical steroid withdrawal. It happens when someone who has used steroid creams for a prolonged period decides to stop, and their skin reacts with symptoms that are often more intense than the original eczema. If you are noticing something on your body (or a loved one’s) that doesn’t […]

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 […]

Post-Pregnancy Eczema: One Nurse’s Journey to Restoring Her Healthy Skin

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As a nurse, Alina’s day includes tasks such as checking patient’s vital signs and administering medication. Her hands are constantly in motion, tirelessly working to provide comfort and healing. However, being a nurse also means subjecting her hands to frequent washing and sanitisation, a necessary precaution to maintain a sterile environment. But, soon after her […]

Bestselling Childs Farm Toiletries Now Available in Singapore

[Update 24th June 2024 : We have discontinued Childs Farm range in our store, replaced with Itchy Baby Co. range] Give your child happy skin with our range of Childs Farm baby/child moisturisers, gentle cleansers, and shampoos. Childs Farm is a specialist toiletries provider for little ones, based out of the UK. All products use […]

Our best-selling eczema cream is now 50% off for 11-11 (use code EMUCREAM)

Hello! I wanted to let you know about the 11.11 sale item below. I use this product myself whenever I need an additional layer of protection for my skin. Hope you enjoy it! – Bee Y-Not Natural Omega 369 Eczema Cream with Emu Oil (50g)[New Improved Formula] This 100% natural emu oil cream, which also […]