Going through topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is hands down the hardest thing I've ever decided to do. I was going to write 'done', but it's not done yet. At nearly 4.5 years in now I'm still experiencing TSW symptoms: I can handle the rest of my body because I can cover, bandage and hide it much more easily. The face is often the worst affected area in TSW It's … [Read more...]
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Please cover up your eczema / psoriasis, it offends me
Imagine you're a guest at a friend's wedding and the bride asks you to go home and cover your skin because she doesn't want other guests having to ask about and being put off their food. What would you do? I've just read an article, "Woman leaves friend's wedding after being called out for not covering her skin." and it's sparked a whole debate in a whatsapp group I'm in. … [Read more...]
Roundup of sensitive skin deodorants
This is such a hot topic for me, having struggled with both shaving due to very sensitive skin and also finding a deodorant that doesn't irritate my skin. I have spent HOURS researching this, so I thought I'd share my findings with you guys. I hope it helps. For transparency, I've not used all of the below, but some I have tested and loved. Bionsen was my go to for years and … [Read more...]
Why haven’t you read my book yet?
Tomorrow is world book so what better way to celebrate the power of words, writing and reading to soothe the skin. Writing my poetry book, The Shape of Skin was a labour of great therapy and a growing love for my own skin. If you love reading, check out this wonderful blog, reviewing three eczema books, Reading to soothe skin from the Eczema Clothing company. They've looked … [Read more...]