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.
Castor Oil for Psoriasis: What It Actually Does and How to Use It
Castor oil can help soften psoriasis plaques and reduce dryness — but its high viscosity makes it more suitable as a pre-treatment than a daily moisturiser. Here's an honest guide.
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.
Olive Oil for Psoriasis: When It Helps, When It Doesn't
Olive oil is widely used for psoriasis — but the oleic acid content means it can worsen barrier function in some cases. Here's when it's useful and when to avoid it.
Period Acne: A Cycle-by-Cycle Guide to Managing Hormonal Breakouts
Period acne follows a predictable hormonal pattern — which means it can be managed proactively rather than reactively. Here's the cycle-by-cycle guide.
Tea Tree Oil for Acne: Does It Actually Work?
Can tea tree oil improve acne? Learn the benefits, risks, and whether it actually helps breakouts and inflamed skin.
Essential Oils for Psoriasis: What May Help, What to Be Cautious About & How to Use Them Safely
Some essential oils may provide comfort for psoriasis symptoms — but several are documented contact allergens. Here's an honest guide to which are worth trying and how to use them safely.
Menopause & Eczema: Why It Happens + What Helps
Menopause can trigger or worsen eczema in ways that catch many women off guard. Here's why it happens, what's going on hormonally, and what genuinely helps.
Does Aloe Vera Help Eczema? What It Contains, What the Evidence Shows & How to Use It
Aloe vera has specific documented properties relevant to eczema — but commercial products vary hugely. Here's what it contains, what the research shows, and how to use it safely.
Coconut Oil for Psoriasis: What It Does Well, What It Doesn't & the Scalp Caveat
Coconut oil has specific properties relevant to psoriasis — particularly for the scalp and scale softening. Here's what it does well, what it doesn't, and the Malassezia caveat.
Mould, Damp & Eczema: The Mechanisms & What Actually Helps
Mould worsens eczema through protease-mediated barrier disruption and IgE allergen sensitisation. Here's the mechanism, the UK housing context, and what actually helps.