Reclaiming Rest: How Eczema Has Changed My Sleep Routine

Reclaiming Rest: How Eczema Has Changed My Sleep Routine

When most people think about eczema, they imagine irritated skin, dryness, maybe the occasional rash. What they might not realize is how deeply it can affect something as fundamental as sleep ....

By Mercedes MatzAugust 18, 2025
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Eczema Parent Toolbox Item #2 - Recognizing Triggers

Eczema Parent Toolbox Item #2 - Recognizing Triggers

Trying to figure out what worsens your child’s eczema can be overwhelming. There are SO many different possibilities — soaps, detergents, animals, pollen, food, drinks, clothing materials, even the air in your home!

By Ashley WalkerAugust 11, 2025
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Why I Keep a Flare-Up Journal -- and What It’s Taught Me About My Triggers

Why I Keep a Flare-Up Journal -- and What It’s Taught Me About My Triggers

For most of my life, my eczema felt unpredictable. One day, my skin would be fine, and the next, I’d be in the middle of a full-blown flare-up. I used to blame it on stress or the weather ...

By Mercedes MatzAugust 4, 2025
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Sips and Scratches: Rethinking My Relationship with Alcohol and Eczema

Sips and Scratches: Rethinking My Relationship with Alcohol and Eczema

Growing up, I recall family gatherings where alcohol flowed freely, marked by cheers, laughter, and celebration ....

By Ashley WallJuly 28, 2025
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How I Prep for Big Life Moments When My Skin Isn’t Cooperating

How I Prep for Big Life Moments When My Skin Isn’t Cooperating

Last month, I flew to Brazil for a trip I’d been planning for months. It was meant to be a getaway. What I didn’t plan for was having an eczema flare-up days before my flight ....

By Mercedes MatzJuly 21, 2025
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Why I Think Millennials and Gen Zers are Ditching Fragrance: The Rise of ‘Scent-Free’ Skincare Culture

Why I Think Millennials and Gen Zers are Ditching Fragrance: The Rise of ‘Scent-Free’ Skincare Culture

Growing up, I used to think fragrance was essential to self-care. I don’t think I could open a magazine without seeing an airbrushed celebrity promoting their latest fragrance or a designer one ...

By Ashley WallJuly 14, 2025
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