At the beginning of this year I started my search for the perfect shampoo for my eczema scalp and sensitive skin. It seemed that this was no easy task. Read "10 shampoos for dry scalps, sensitive skin and eczema" here and you'll discover that buying products recommended for eczema skin doesn't always mean that it will be suitable. Many of these, recommended in health food … [Read more...]
Soft, luxurious pyjamas for eczema skin
This month I've been testing some very interesting copper infused super soft fabric ladies pyjamas with amazing health giving benefits. If you have eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis or sensitive dry skin then this blog post is for you. Anyone with eczema will know that nighttime can be the worst time. It's a perfect melting pot for itching and scratching. You get warm and for some … [Read more...]
Working, speaking and eating at the Allergy Show 2015
This year's Allergy Show went by in such a blur of activity I cannot believe I still didn't manage to speak to and visit all the stands I'd ear-marked for attention. It was heaving and sometimes you just had to walk on by when the crowds were four deep clamoring for free samples. Supporting the FreeFrom SkinCare Awards 2015 First things first, I helped out on the FreeFrom … [Read more...]
The FreeFrom Skincare Awards 2015 shortlist is announced!
Last week I spent a very fun day at Skins Matters Towers looking at all the lovely skincare products entered into the problem skin category. Never have I felt so lucky to have eczema! We had a really great day and it was lovely to see Alex Gazzola - coeliac and health journalist, Michelle Berreidale-Johnson of Foods Matter and Sue Cane (gluten free beer expert). It was also … [Read more...]
Win a Tangle Teezer – great for sensitive skin and eczema scalps
I recently bought one of these simple and funky little brushes on the advice of my hair dresser. My scalp was a mess with eczema and she was combing out bits of dry skin. A good look I think... crusts of skin half way down a hair shaft - NOT! She went to get a Tangle Teezeer and it was just so pain free. Not only do they smooth out tangles in seconds and without any discomfort … [Read more...]