Eczema and Dairy: Should You Consider Going Dairy-Free?
Many people wonder if dairy worsens eczema. Discover what studies show and whether removing dairy is worth considering.
Cleansers for Eczema: What Works, What Doesn't & the SLS Warning
The wrong cleanser is one of the most common eczema mistakes. Here's the SLS mechanism, the aqueous cream cautionary tale, and what to use instead.
Could Microplastics Be Worsening Your Eczema? What the Research Shows
Microplastics research and eczema is emerging but has specific plausible mechanisms. Here's an honest account of what scientists are finding and what practical steps help.
Eczema and Flying: Why Cabins Dry Skin Out & How to Manage It
Cabin humidity of 10–20% makes flying one of the most eczema-challenging environments. Here's why, and a practical guide to protecting skin before, during and after travel.
Can Vaping Make Eczema Worse?
Vaping is marketed as cleaner than smoking — but e-cigarette aerosol contains compounds that may worsen eczema through specific mechanisms. Here's what the evidence shows.
Fibre and Eczema: The Gut-Skin Mechanism and How to Get More
Dietary fibre feeds the gut bacteria associated with lower eczema severity through specific SCFA pathways. Here's the mechanism, the evidence, and practical ways to increase intake.
Best Sunscreen Habits for Eczema-Prone Skin
Finding a sunscreen that doesn't irritate eczema-prone skin is hard — but not impossible. Here's what to look for, what to avoid, and specific products worth trying.
Eczema in Summer: Why Heat Triggers Flares & What Actually Helps
Summer heat worsens eczema through specific mechanisms — heat-triggered histamine release, sweat irritation, and pollen overlap. Here's what's happening and what helps.
Tea Tree Oil and Eczema: When It Helps, When It Harms & How to Use It Safely
Tea tree oil has genuine antimicrobial properties relevant to eczema — but it's also one of the most common contact allergens. Here's when it helps and when to avoid it.
Vitamin D and Eczema: What the Evidence Actually Shows
Vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in eczema patients and linked to disease severity. Here's what it does, what the research shows, and the UK-specific context most articles miss.
Sudocrem for Eczema: Helpful or Harmful?
Sudocrem is often tried for eczema — and it does help in specific situations. Here's an honest breakdown of when it works, when it irritates, and what the alternatives are.
Eczema and the Contraceptive Pill: What's Actually Happening
The contraceptive pill influences hormones that directly affect eczema — but the response varies by pill type and individual. Here's what's actually happening and what helps.