Archives for January 2010

Psoriasis is a non-contagious, chronic skin disease that comes in different forms and varying levels of severity.

Unfortunately there is no magical psoriasis cure, but there are many different treatments, both topical and systemic that can clear psoriasis for periods of time. Finding a psoriasis cure that will work for you requires experimentation.

Rosacea, the skin condition primarily affecting the facial blood vessels causes a hot, inflamed rash similar to blushing and acne like bumps. There are three types of Rosacea…

My children are in the middle of their summer sports season.  And they love it.  Unfortunately though, eczema and sport do not go together.  Sport can cause you to overheat, which can make your eczema symptoms worse.  This is not only embarrassing, but uncomfortable. Sport is however an important part of our lives, especially when […]

Let me say it again – Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize

I say it all the time, to the point where I sound like a worn out tape recorder. The most important thing when caring for your eczema is to keep your skin well moisturized.

Here are some common eczema facts…

The involvement of magnesium in the body and its relevance to eczema is very complex. I have tried to outline it simply to give you a basic understanding.

Emu Oil is a food by product coming from the fat of the emu. The fat is taken through a process to refine, sterilise and deodorize it. A process much more advanced than when its advantages were first noted and the oil was first used.

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition caused by an overproduction of skin cells. The condition not only affects the skin but may also affect the joints and nails.

If you have eczema or psoriasis you need to take special care of your skin. The skin’s ability to protect you is reduced. Healthy skin is designed to