A huge rise in sales of soap products has triggered a sixfold increase in the number of children with eczema, according to research. Skin expert Dr Michael Cork found a boom in detergents 'closely ...

As a student, Mr David Low* made every effort to take part in physical education lessons, but eczema flare-ups often kept him ...

Dealing with eczema can be extremely difficult if you're not aware of the best steps to help prevent and treat it.

Mild cases of both conditions can be treated at home. Dr. Wang suggests using a mild soap, over-the-counter hydrocortisone and emollients, which are therapeutic moisturizers. There are also lotions ...

Managing a skin condition is challenging, but early intervention and choosing the right skincare products can help ease the ...

The National Eczema Association also recommends using ... your laundry machine’s “extra rinse” setting to be sure most soap residue is removed when your clothes come out of the wash.

This is why emollients (the stickier the better) are useful to restore skin barrier function. It’s important to be aware that any detergent (ie, soap, shampoo, washing up liquid) can worsen eczema by ...

and laundry soaps. These can all trigger symptoms. Stress. Children with eczema may react to stress by flushing. That can lead to itchy, irritated skin. And that, in turn, worsens their eczema ...

THIS MONTH is National Eczema Awareness Month and we are putting a spotlight on eczema and melanated skin, writes Nadia ...

Three eczema warriors share how support from loved ones and the community has helped them navigate the challenges of the skin ...