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 […]
Category Archives: Skincare Regimen
Anything that helps to soothe and relieve symptoms of eczema
Moisturizer, Oil, Sleeves, Stories
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 […]
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 […]
Emu oil is not the only solution to calm flare-ups. There are many other “eczema oils” available, such as coconut oil, argan oil, jojoba, and more. Today, let’s look at how these various oils, including emu oil, are used for eczema management. We will look at how they are derived, some popular brands, their main […]
If you have eczema, you probably moisturise regularly as part your daily regimen, right? But, how do you incorporate emu oil into your skincare routine? This is what we will cover. About Emu Oil Before we jump into the how-to part, let’s talk a bit about what emu oil actually is. Emu oil comes from […]
Moisturizer, Question
This Eczema Lotion Has Hundreds of Glowing Reviews. But Does Suu Balm Have Any Side Effects?
Over the last few years, you would have seen this product pop up in Watsons, Guardian and Unity. They ran roadshows, online ads, and rapidly gained popularity among Singaporeans. I too am a regular user of Suu Balm’s Rapid Itch Relief Moisturiser. And not just for my eczema. My kids have started to wake up […]
Oil, Question, Skincare Regimen
How to Lighten Eczema Scars and Prevent Further Skin Aging? [AskSkinshareSG]
During one of my eczema flareups, I scratch until my skin bleeds, because feeling pain is better than feeling itchy. But as a result, my skin is torn and damaged, and eczema scars will form the next day from the dried blood. I know that these scars are not as permanent as a surgery or […]
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 […]