If you're allergic to dairy, nuts, soya or wheat most mainstream shop bought chocolates are off limits. You can't just walk into a newsagent and buy free from chocolate, however ranges are growing at health food shops like Holland and Barret or a larger supermarket free from aisles. If chocolate ingredients look allergen free, they often have 'may contain' warnings and even … [Read more...]
The best washing powders for eczema skin
If you have eczema or sensitive skin, it's worth investigating what washing powder is kindest for your skin. Biological washing powders, fragrances and conditioners can all irritate the skin. Non-biological washing powder or liquid is far kinder and proven to be better for eczema skin. Even if you don't think you are reacting directly, the more you can simplify the world … [Read more...]
Choosing the right bra for allergies & eczema
This one’s for all the sensitive skin allergy girls! Sorry boys. You might want to skip reading this one, unless you want to surprise your other half with a pretty and comfortable new bra that they’ll love! Maybe you’ve never given your bra choice much thought before, but I’ll bet you can’t wait to take it off at the end of the day. Bras can be uncomfortable, restricting, … [Read more...]
Anti-allergen silver bedding for eczema skin
Ever heard of cotton silver bedding? Sounds fancy doesn't it? I hadn't come across this type of bed linen until coming across Silver Guard; natural cotton bedding with ionic silver that works as a natural defence, is antimicrobial and supports healthy skin. Silver has been widely accepted for its healing and anti-microbial powers for centuries - I've used colloidal silver to … [Read more...]
Latex allergy – do wetsuits contain rubber?
Since discovering how incredible it feels to swim in fresh water over the last few years I always wished I could get my own wetsuit. I always assumed they would contain latex but this year I now have my very own wetsuit which I don't react to. I'm so excited to start doing more wild swimming. Why swim in fresh water if you have eczema? So many reasons people; apart from … [Read more...]