Category Archives: Discussion

My Experience with Steroid Ointments for Eczema (and why I stopped using it)

Topical steroids ointment have been the commonly prescribed medication for my eczema and dermatitis condition for many years. While it has been proven to be effective in managing mild to chronic skin inflammation symptoms, however, if used incorrectly, can result in negative effects on your skin. What are the different types of Topical Steroids? Topical […]

Household Chemicals That May Cause Skin Irritation

We live in an environment which is constantly sanitized and cleaned by hundreds of different chemicals every day. Unknowingly our skin is overly exposed to chemicals every day, some gentle and mild, safe for daily use but others harsh and damaging for the skin in long term. Constant exposure, and when our skin’s natural barrier […]

Omega369 Emu Oil by Y-Not Natural – Now available in Singapore

Note: Skinshare.sg is the official distributor of YNot Natural emu oil products in Singapore and Malaysia What is emu oil? Emu oil is a product derived from the fat of the emu, a large flightless bird native to Australia. Australian aboriginals have historically used it as a natural skin emollient, well before the invention of […]

Chemicals in Clothing May Cause Contact Dermatitis

Offer : 5% OFF regular priced items  | Discount code : “SS5” Soft & comfortable, breathable, natural & eco-friendly materials are what you would look for in a clothing when you have sensitive skin. Comfort is essential in order not to aggravate & rub the skin with movement. Breathable material will give a cooling feel to […]

What is a Shielding Lotion? How is it different from normal moisturiser?

A Shielding Lotion is a type of lotion that bonds with the outermost layer of dead skin cells, enhancing the skin’s ability to retain natural oils and moisture, and assisting in the skin’s ability to protect against external irritants and allergens.   How is it different from regular moisturiser? Conventional lotions only attempt to replace […]

Bone broth : Essential for skin repair

Beef or chicken bone broth, home-made especially – is packed with powerful nutrients for skin health. Most of us know how vegetables and fruits can help in general health and skin but not many people are aware of the benefits of bone broth. Bone broth or stock was a way our ancestors found use for […]

Naturally Free Eczema Treatment : SLEEP

Sleep is a luxury for eczema sufferers. Falling asleep is a challenge because our skin feels itchier at night and when you get woken up by the discomfort, it is tough to fall asleep again. For young babies or children with eczema, parents struggle to ensure their children are comfortable so that they don’t keep […]

Hospigel – Hospital grade wound cleanser

HOSPIGEL® Physiological Dermoprotector has been used in hospital for wound care for 10 over years. It is manufactured in EU (Spain) by a research company specialized in development of products for hygiene and disinfection. It is one of the mildest and gentle liquid soap which does not irritate raw wound and broken skin, thus very suitable for […]