If you've been using topical steroids for your eczema for many years and are worried about overuse, please read this. When you get a flare up of eczema do you find that nothing helps except more steroids? Have your steroids stopped working and you get prescribed stronger and stronger creams and emollients? If the answer is yes, you may have a topical steroid addiction. … [Read more...]
GladSkin eczema cream tested – good skin bacteria
Sponsored post First things first, GladSkin sent me a free sample of their Eczema Cream to review and since I've got particularly dry, sensitive, eczematous skin it's a tough test for any cream or moisturiser. This is how it works (from their website) Billions of bacteria live on our skin. We now know good bacteria are essential for the protection of our skin and … [Read more...]
2017 New Year Resolutions… taking control!
This year I'm going to get my focus back and find my caring side. For too long I've been in denial, that I already cut out so many things so why shouldn't I indulge in freefrom processed foods as a treat and enjoy alcohol when I feel like it. I don't need to watch my weight and I already cut out dairy, wheat, soya, nuts and celery and tomato for health reasons so why limit … [Read more...]
Natural, non-irritant shampoo for dry, eczema scalps
One of my real bugbears and struggles is finding good, natural shampoo that doesn't make my scalp dry, itchyand sore. I've blogged about this a great deal. And this year I am mourning the demise of my favourite shampoo, Skin Blossom Organic herbal shampoo which has been discontinued... :( I have been searching the globe for bottles of this shampoo and the stocks appear … [Read more...]
What’s the future of freefrom skincare?
Reading the Telegraph Saturday magazine this weekend I read a feature by Victoria Hall, their acting beauty director who said that, and I quote... "Two thirds of women believe that what they eat directly impacts on how their skin looks so expect to see edible ingredients increasingly listed on your creams and serums. From superfoods such as chia, broccoli and kale to … [Read more...]