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
Best Seeds for Eczema & Psoriasis: What Each One Does, How Much to Eat & the Sesame Allergen Warning
Flaxseed's ALA omega-3 converts to EPA at only 5–10% without milling — chia provides direct SDA alongside prebiotic mucilage for the gut-skin axis. Here's what each seed does and the sesame allergy concern most articles miss
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.
Topical Steroid Withdrawal: What Is It, What Causes It, and What the Evidence Show
Topical steroid withdrawal is a genuinely debated topic. Here's an honest account of the evidence, the proposed mechanisms, what's accepted, and what to do if you're concerned.
Facial Psoriasis: Common Sites, Treatment Safety & What Actually Helps
Facial psoriasis is more common than most people realise — and the face's thin skin changes what treatments are safe. Here's where it appears, how to identify it, and what helps.
Gluten and Psoriasis: Who It Affects, Who It Doesn't & How to Find Out
Gluten doesn't trigger psoriasis universally — but for people with coeliac disease or elevated anti-gliadin antibodies, it measurably worsens it. Here's the specific evidence.
Makeup with Eczema or Psoriasis: Safe Ingredients, What to Avoid & How to Apply Without Flaring
Fragrance, alcohol, and preservatives are the most common makeup triggers for eczema and psoriasis flares — not the act of wearing makeup itself. Here's what's safe, what to avoid, and how to apply without worsening sensitive skin
Palmoplantar Psoriasis: Why Hands & Feet Are Especially Challenging & What Helps
Palmoplantar psoriasis on the hands and feet is disproportionately disabling compared to its visible extent. Here's why, what makes it clinically distinct, and what helps.
How to Fake Tan Safely with Eczema or Psoriasis
DHA in fake tan is generally safe for eczema and psoriasis — it's the fragrance, alcohol, and preservatives surrounding it that cause flares. Here's how to choose safely, prep correctly, and apply without triggering a reaction.