Eczema & Psoriasis Flare-Ups: How to Respond, What to Do & When to Seek Help
A flare-up is a signal that the inflammatory balance has shifted. Here's a practical step-by-step guide to responding well when eczema or psoriasis deteriorates.
Ayurveda for Psoriasis: What the Evidence Shows for Turmeric, Neem & Panchakarma
Turmeric's curcumin has documented NF-κB inhibition, neem has specific C. acnes and anti-inflammatory activity, and stress reduction through yoga has published psoriasis evidence. Here's what Ayurveda gets right and where its evidence base ends
Yoga for Eczema & Psoriasis: How It Reduces Cortisol, the Sweat Caveat & Which Styles Work Best
Yoga reduces cortisol through HPA axis regulation — the same stress pathway that triggers eczema and psoriasis flares. Here's what works, what to avoid, and why hot yoga specifically makes things worse
Exercise and Eczema: How to Work Out Without Triggering Flares
Exercise reduces the inflammation driving eczema — but sweat and heat can trigger flares. Here's what the evidence shows and how to manage both sides of the equation.
Sleep & Eczema/Psoriasis: The Nocturnal Cortisol Nadir, Overnight Barrier Repair & Breaking the Itch-Wake Cycle
Eczema itch peaks between 2–4am through the nocturnal cortisol nadir and histamine circadian rhythm. Psoriasis cytokine production peaks overnight. The skin barrier repairs primarily during deep sleep — here's what to do about each
Lavender & Eczema: The Linalool Contact Allergen Risk, When It Helps & How to Use It Safely
Lavender oil contains linalool — one of the most commonly documented EU fragrance allergens. Oxidised lavender oil is significantly more allergenic than fresh. Here's when lavender genuinely helps eczema and when it makes things worse.
Psoriasis & Eczema Triggers: What Causes Flare-Ups & How to Identify Yours
Flare-ups rarely have a single cause. Here's a clear guide to the most common psoriasis and eczema triggers, what makes each one work, and how to find your personal pattern.
Could Your Home Be Triggering Your Eczema? The Household Triggers Explained
Dust mites, hard water, indoor humidity, and fragrance in cleaning products all have specific mechanisms for worsening eczema. Here's what they are and what actually helps.
Essential Oils for Eczema: What Helps, What to Avoid & How to Use Them Safely
Several essential oils have anti-inflammatory properties relevant to eczema — but many are also documented contact allergens. Here's an honest guide to which are worth trying.
CBD and Psoriasis: How It Works, What the Research Shows & What to Look For
CBD has early but developing evidence for psoriasis symptoms — particularly itch reduction. Here's the endocannabinoid mechanism, what research shows, and how to choose products safely.
How Stress Triggers Eczema and Psoriasis Flare-Ups
Stress is one of the most consistently documented triggers for eczema and psoriasis. Here's how it works mechanistically — and what actually helps break the cycle.