Body Care

One initial instance of inflammation can lead to subsequent bouts of further inflammation, creating a circularity that is challenging to treat. For those with chronic dermatitis that seems to be unresponsive to topical creams, more could be at play under the surface of your skin.

During the night, this brief stimulation throughout the night makes it difficult to enter into the REM stage of sleep. A key stage in the body’s daily recovery, the REM stage is important for learning, memory, and immune repair functions. Those suffering from atopic dermatitis may find themselves falling asleep later on average, often at 2:00 am or later, reducing the hours of quality sleep that they can get.

Achieving healthy and clear skin is not only dependent on the skincare products we use but also on the type of water we use. In this article, we'll explore the differences between soft and hard water and how they can affect your skin.

When caring for volatile skin, balance is so important. Check on your your skin care routine by learning about five ways we might (unintentionally!) harm our skin conditions.

A holistic approach to skincare helps maintain glowing, healthy recovery. The health of your body’s largest organ isn’t just dependent on the products you use, or your natural genetics. Ignite your skin care routine by paying attention to these supportive factors.

On the other hand, an imbalance in the gut microbiome can lead to more inflammation, which worsens existing skin conditions or triggers new ones. Our gut is also in charge of absorbing nutrients that are important for healthy skin, such as vitamins A, C, and E, as well as zinc and selenium. When the state of the gastrointestinal system is poor, it negatively impacts nutrient absorption.

Improving your eczema starts with building resolve. By taking charge of your mindset, approach, and strategy, you’ll be able to effectively manage your skin condition. Everyone’s dermatitis expresses uniquely.

We know that pregnancy can be a wild time for your body. If mood swings, food cravings, sore muscles, and bodily changes aren’t enough, your skin can also start to behave in unexpected ways. It can be impossible to predict what your skin will do. Constant care is important. For some, a lucky pregnancy glow is the worst it can get. For others, swollen feet, skin flare-ups, dry and itching skin, oily break-outs and sensitivity might wreak havoc on your routine.

Applying moisturizer regularly throughout the day, without waiting for signs of dryness, keeps the skin barrier strong and supple.