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New Year’s Resolution: Clear Me

New Year’s Resolution: Clear Me

One of the many traditions with ringing in the New Year is to set some New Year’s resolutions. With the cold winter dryness causing psoriasis flare ups it can be difficult to come up with anything that doesn’t relate to clear skin. So here are 5 New Year’s resolutions...

Maybe it’s in the Water?

Maybe it’s in the Water?

“The skin is a sponge” is a phrase that most people (whether you have a skin condition or not) have heard.  As it turns out this is very true! We all know how essential water is to our survival but you may not know that certain minerals, chemicals, and metals in water...

Fewer Flare-Ups in Spring

Fewer Flare-Ups in Spring

Many people welcome the transition to springtime, but none as much as those who suffer with a skin condition.  The added moisture in the air makes the skin less dry and susceptible to an outbreak.  In order to make the most of this Spring season, here are a few tips...

What Makes a Good Beauty Cream for Eczema?

What Makes a Good Beauty Cream for Eczema?

When it comes to personal care, facial beauty creams are significant in terms of the array of products available and the sheer number of people who buy them. According to Statista, skincare products make up 37 percent of the cosmetics market—the largest category in...

Sleeping with Psoriasis

Sleeping with Psoriasis

Getting a good night’s sleep does wonders for your body and your mind. Most modern studies show that 7-9 hours a night will help you feel refreshed and focused in the morning. But people with psoriasis often report a higher frequency of sleep disturbances, being kept...

Fending Off Fall Flare-Ups

Fending Off Fall Flare-Ups

Fall is officially here, and a lot of people are looking forward to dramatic color changes and cooler night air. But if you have psoriasis or eczema, the transition can be tricky. Fall is a notoriously tough time of year for skin disorders, but don’t lose hope: some...

Cannabis for Psoriasis?

Cannabis for Psoriasis?

Think of it what you will, it can’t be denied that medical marijuana has been the treatment du jour for any number of conditions lately, including the alleviation of nausea, chronic pain, and even anorexia. So should it come as any surprise that cannabis is also...