Tattoos with Psoriasis or Eczema: Koebner Risk, Red Ink Reactions & Medication Considerations
Tattoo trauma triggers Koebner responses in 25–30% of psoriasis patients. Red ink pigments carry the highest contact allergen risk for eczema-prone skin. Biologics and retinoids specifically affect healing. Here's what to know before getting tattooed.
Alcohol and Eczema or Psoriasis: How It Worsens Symptoms & What to Drink Instead
Alcohol is one of the most consistently documented triggers for both psoriasis and eczema — through specific mechanisms. Here's why, plus alcohol-free alternatives worth trying.
Skin Barrier Dysfunction in Eczema & Psoriasis: The Filaggrin Deficit, Ceramide Loss & How to Repair It
Eczema's skin barrier dysfunction begins with filaggrin loss-of-function mutations that reduce natural moisturising factors and ceramide production — creating the TEWL cycle that defines the condition. Here's the mechanism and what actually repairs it.
Intermittent Fasting and Eczema or Psoriasis: What the Evidence Shows
Intermittent fasting suppresses mTORC1 and reduces IGF-1 — two pathways directly relevant to psoriasis and eczema. Here's the honest evidence and who's most likely to benefit
Drinking Water & Eczema/Psoriasis: The TEWL Mechanism, NMF Distinction & What Actually Hydrates Skin
Eczema dryness is caused by TEWL through a compromised barrier — not insufficient water intake. Drinking more water doesn't reach the stratum corneum. Here's what actually keeps eczema and psoriasis skin hydrated and why
Best Herbal Teas for Psoriasis & Eczema Relief
Some herbal teas have genuine anti-inflammatory and skin-relevant properties. Here's what each does, what the evidence shows, and which are worth making a daily habit.
The Eczema Diet: Best Foods, Common Triggers & How to Find Your Pattern
Diet influences eczema through inflammation, gut health, and food sensitivity — but not equally for everyone. Here's what the research shows and how to identify your personal pattern.
Elimination Diet for Eczema & Psoriasis: The 4-Week Protocol, What to Test & How to Reintroduce
A systematic elimination and reintroduction protocol — not blanket food removal — is the only reliable way to identify personal eczema and psoriasis triggers. Here's the four-week framework, what to test, and why reintroduction matters more than elimination.
Antihistamines for Eczema: Why They Help Some People and Not Others
Antihistamines don't treat eczema — but they have a specific and legitimate role for nighttime itch and allergy-related flares. Here's the mechanism and what actually helps.
Sugar & Eczema/Psoriasis: The mTORC1 Mechanism, AGEs & What the Evidence Actually Shows
High-glycaemic sugar activates mTORC1 and elevates AGEs — two specific pathways worsening psoriatic keratinocyte hyperproliferation and eczema's Th2 inflammatory cascade. Here's what the evidence shows and which sugars matter most
At-Home Face Masks for Eczema-Prone Skin
Clay masks, acids, and fragrances are common eczema flare triggers — but colloidal oatmeal, raw honey, and aloe vera masks are genuinely safe. Here are four DIY recipes and the ingredients to avoid.
Eczema Supplements: What the Evidence Shows for Each
A comprehensive guide to eczema supplements — what each nutrient does, what the evidence shows, what to prioritise, and how to build a sensible supplementation approach.