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 […]
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 […]
According to a study carried out in 2015, 21 percent of children and 11 percent of adults in Singapore have eczema, and half of them have this condition for life. In other words, 1 in 10 adults and 2 in 10 children have developed eczema in Singapore. That’s a lot of people! The actual cause […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]