Eczema News

Child With Itchy Eczema at Night? — Here's How to Stop The Itching And Scratching
Child With Itchy Eczema at Night? — Here's How to Stop The Itching And Scratching
If you've ever thought, How do I keep my child from scratching their eczema at night? you're not alone. You tuck them in and then the scratching starts. By morning... Read more...
Is Soap and Skincare Making Your Eczema Worse? The Skin pH Connection
Is Soap and Skincare Making Your Eczema Worse? The Skin pH Connection
If you have eczema, you may have tried countless creams, avoided certain foods and followed every piece of advice — but have you considered your soap or moisturiser could be... Read more...
Food Additives to Avoid if You Have Eczema
Food Additives to Avoid if You Have Eczema
You may have heard of ‘chemical sensitivity’ or ‘chemical intolerance’... If you are sensitive to chemicals you might adversely react to perfumes, household cleaning products and the chlorine in your... Read more...
Top 3 Dry Skin Treatments for Achy Flaky Skin
Top 3 Dry Skin Treatments for Achy Flaky Skin
Are you tired of battling flaky and dry skin? If so, you're not alone. Once upon a time I relied on sticky ointments in the false belief they would soothe... Read more...
The Eczema Diet
How to Follow The Eczema Diet For Free
Do you have a skin rash that's driving you crazy and nothing seems to help? Nutritionist Karen Fischer developed The Eczema Diet 20 years ago. It was revolutionary when The... Read more...
Reading The Healthy Skin Kitchen actually helped my eczema
Reading The Healthy Skin Kitchen actually helped my eczema
You can read the introduction of Karen Fischer’s new book for free (at the end of this article). Nutritionist Bonnie reviews this book: Fed up with your itch… and being... Read more...
5 step guide to stopping eczema
5 step guide to stopping eczema
By Bonnie... Our team of nutritionists and eczema specialists at Skin Friend will often receive this question...  "I have terrible eczema, what do I do, where do I start, please... Read more...
How to avoid an eczema flare this spring
How to avoid an eczema flare this spring
By Bonnie... Spring has officially sprung here in Australia, but this does not mean that your eczema has to as well! Most of us  embrace spring as the days become... Read more...
Skincare Routine for an Eczema Sufferer
Skincare Routine for an Eczema Sufferer
By Bonnie... Is it just me or has ‘skincare routines’ become the new crazed buzz? My Instagram and Facebook pages are flooded with advertisements featuring beauty influences sprouting  ‘fancy’ skincare... Read more...
Best eczema foods, shopping guides and more ...
Best eczema foods, shopping guides and more ...
As of late April, we have only been shipping to Australia and New Zealand due to postal issues caused by the pandemic. However, we are now both extremely excited and relieved to... Read more...
Eczema and dry skin in winter (the best eczema cream and more!)
Eczema and dry skin in winter (the best eczema cream and more!)
  By Bonnie. If you’re living in Australia, I am sure you have noticed that summer has gone and cooler weather is officially here. Hello autumn! Things that make autumn... Read more...
Eczema Foods: What to eat if you have eczema
Eczema Foods: What to eat if you have eczema
By Bonnie... Eczema…or as my Mother prefers to call it f**** eczema (and she never swears) describes an inflammatory skin condition that can cause skin irritation, oozing blisters, and itchy... Read more...
Isolation: an eczema sufferer's dream
Isolation: an eczema sufferer's dream
By Bonnie... Feeling very overwhelmed? It seems inconceivable that a little over a month ago, my main focus was planning for my oversea adventure to Canada! At this time it... Read more...
Immune System Wellness for Eczema: What to do while you are stuck at home
Immune System Wellness for Eczema: What to do while you are stuck at home
  Karen Fischer and Grace Pettitt here... There’s a lot going on in the world at the moment so we wanted to reach out to our community and provide some positivity and... Read more...
Getting a Good Night's Sleep with Eczema: Tips from a Former Eczema Sufferer
Getting a Good Night's Sleep with Eczema: Tips from a Former Eczema Sufferer
Whether it’s the constant ‘ferocious’ itch, your oozy skin sticking to the sheets, constantly waking up or scratching off your night time skin routine, having a good night’s sleep with... Read more...
Caring for Someone with Eczema: Tips from a Former Eczema Sufferer
Caring for Someone with Eczema: Tips from a Former Eczema Sufferer
To all the carers, moms/mums, dads, friends (and other amazing souls out there) caring and supporting someone with chronic eczema: this latest blog by Bonnie is for you. {Photo of... Read more...
Top 5 Lunchbox Foods to Avoid if you have Eczema
Top 5 Lunchbox Foods to Avoid if you have Eczema
  When your child has eczema, packing their school lunchbox can be a little tricky. Many typical lunchbox items can trigger itchy skin (or make it worse) and concentrating in class can... Read more...
Five Hidden Eczema Triggers {and why fermented foods could be making you itchy}
Five Hidden Eczema Triggers {and why fermented foods could be making you itchy}
Having eczema is a bit like sitting on top of an ant’s nest—at times your skin can literally crawl with itchiness and it won’t go away. Now if that’s you,... Read more...
Eczema Detox Easter Menu and Recipes
Eczema Detox Easter Menu and Recipes
Spending time with family and friends or taking a well-deserved break should be all you have to think about this Easter weekend, so let us take care of the menu...  Many... Read more...
The Benefits of Bamboo Clothing for Eczema
The Benefits of Bamboo Clothing for Eczema
Bamboo clothing review by Karen Fischer. Natural fabrics such as wool and linen may look lovely but if you have eczema (or itch-prone skin) you'll find these fabrics can make your... Read more...
My Journey on The Eczema Detox Program
My Journey on The Eczema Detox Program
  By Bonnie ... I have struggled with eczema for most of my life. I’m sure as any eczema sufferer reading knows, eczema can be a real pain in the... Read more...
What’s New in Salicylate and Amine Research?
What’s New in Salicylate and Amine Research?
If you have been following The Eczema Detox or The Eczema Diet, you probably know all about salicylates and amines, and why they can make eczema super itchy.But for those... Read more...
How a simple pH test kit can change your health
How a simple pH test kit can change your health
I wasn't always healthy, y'know. I didn't like exercising and I ate "whatever I liked".And I often wondered why I felt like crap 90% of the time.My skin looked awful... Read more...
The Eczema Detox (read first chapter for free)
The Eczema Detox (read first chapter for free)
  Introduction In my household we have one vegan, one pescatarian and one meat-eater who is sensitive to salicylates, dairy and soy. So I am right here with you. I... Read more...
Skin Disorders, Causes & Treatments
Skin Disorders, Causes & Treatments
Using the table below, look up your skin disorder and find the best treatments for your condition. Skin disorders are shown in alphabetical order.  Click on the photos to enlarge them.   For... Read more...
The best toothpastes for eczema
The best toothpastes for eczema
Toothpaste can be a nightmare for eczema, especially if you have eczema on the face. It usually contains a skin irritant called sodium lauryl sulfate which can trigger or worsen... Read more...
The Eczema Diet
Quick starting the Eczema Diet
Variety on the Eczema diet is a great thing. Menu plans, shopping guides, recipes. They’re all great. Yet, it can be incredibly overwhelming to be dealing with eczema and then synthesising... Read more...
About eczema
About eczema
What is Eczema? Eczema is derived from a Greek word meaning "to boil out".  "Eczema" is also the general term for any type of dermatitis that is itchy.    Eczema... Read more...
My eczema recovery: one year later
My eczema recovery: one year later
It's almost a year since I began my eczema recovery. You might remember I wrote a post last year about my first experiences in conquering eczema.  It’s been an interesting and... Read more...
Eczema skin treatment
What are the ingredients in Skin Friend?
Skin Friend was initially developed for Ayva my two-year-old daughter who suffered from eczema. If you have read The Eczema Diet book you probably already know about Ayva's eczema journey.... Read more...
Healthy Skin Vs Eczema - What's Gone Wrong?
Healthy Skin Vs Eczema - What's Gone Wrong?
  Your skin is not only something you hope looks good as you step out of your front door each day; like your heart and lungs, your skin is a... Read more...
Eczema and Poor Sleep - Top 3 Habits to Avoid
Eczema and Poor Sleep - Top 3 Habits to Avoid
Your skin does its repair work while you snooze and people with eczema - no matter what your age - can benefit from a sound nights’ sleep. However, falling asleep can be... Read more...
The top 5 eczema mistakes – from John Stone in "The Night Of"
The top 5 eczema mistakes – from John Stone in "The Night Of"
Have you seen the new(ish) TV series about the guy with eczema? It’s fascinating. The HBO TV show is called “The Night of” and one of the main characters, criminal... Read more...
Why healthy foods can be unhealthy for eczema: Th2 explained
Why healthy foods can be unhealthy for eczema: Th2 explained
This information may be the opposite of what many bloggers recommend for eczema. And it's a common mistake practitioners have been making for years when treating eczema and other types of... Read more...
Is eczema an autoimmune disease?
Is eczema an autoimmune disease?
Eczema is an itchy skin condition that can be painful and chronic. Eczema sufferers commonly have allergies and consuming a food you are allergic to elicits an IgE immune system response. The... Read more...
Can I take Skin Friend while I'm pregnant or breast feeding?
Can I take Skin Friend while I'm pregnant or breast feeding?
Q: "I have severe eczema and I'm breastfeeding. Is it okay to take the Skin Friend supplements while I'm breastfeeding?" During breast feeding, your body has increased nutritional requirements in... Read more...
7 News story: Australian clinic discovers breakthrough in search of eczema relief
7 News story: Australian clinic discovers breakthrough in search of eczema relief
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Worst foods for topical steroid withdrawal
Worst foods for topical steroid withdrawal
Here is our latest article Itchy dozen worst foods for topical steroid withdrawal Products  At Eczema Life, we recommend nutritionist Karen Fischer's low food chemical program (The Eczema Detox) along with additive-free supplements for... Read more...
How does alkalising help eczema?
How does alkalising help eczema?
Enter our eczema competition (details at the end of this article) If you have ever read The Eczema Diet or The Eczema Detox, you'll know that Salicylate sensitivity is the... Read more...
The Itchy Dozen Worst Foods For Eczema
The Itchy Dozen Worst Foods For Eczema
Read the updated version of The Itchy Dozen here.   The Itchy Dozen: Eczema allergy foods include egg, dairy, nuts and wheat but did you know some of the worst foods for... Read more...
5 Surprising Ways Vitamin E Helps Eczema
5 Surprising Ways Vitamin E Helps Eczema
Vitamin E is the predominant antioxidant in healthy skin so if you have skin problems it's important to ensure there is enough natural vitamin E in your diet. Here are 5... Read more...
Can eating raw eggs cause eczema?
Can eating raw eggs cause eczema?
Have you heard about egg white injury causing eczema? Scientists in the 1940s established raw egg whites could trigger eczematous dermatitis (now called eczema). However, today we have all but... Read more...
My Daughter’s Journey with Eczema
My Daughter’s Journey with Eczema
When my daughter, Avya, was two weeks old she developed eczema on her face and the creases of her elbows and knees. She would often scratch until her arms bled, and then... Read more...
The Skin Friend Supplement is almost here!
The Skin Friend Supplement is almost here!
The Skin Friend Supplement is almost here!  Karen has been working on the Skin Friend supplement for more than ten years, testing formulas and getting feedback from patients at The... Read more...
Can I eat beetroot if I have eczema?
Can I eat beetroot if I have eczema?
I would like to talk about the beautiful beetroot. Beetroot is great for most eczema sufferers (Note: people with severe salicylate sensitivity should avoid beetroot as it contains moderate salicylates). It... Read more...
What is buckwheat and can I eat it if I have eczema?
What is buckwheat and can I eat it if I have eczema?
What is Buckwheat? Buckwheat is used as a gluten-free grain and it’s actually a fruit. It’s available roasted and as groats, flour, pasta and tea, and the flour can be made... Read more...
Red Cabbage and Younger Skin?!
Red Cabbage and Younger Skin?!
Cabbage is a member of the mighty Brassica family, and it’s rich in vitamin C, folate and anti-cancer indoles. It is great for eczema as it is alkalising and contains... Read more...
Feeding Fussy Children
Feeding Fussy Children
Help! My Fussy Child Won’t Eat Veggies Last week nutritionist Karen Fischer had a radio interview with ABC (NSW region) about how to get fussy children to eat vegetables and... Read more...
Can I drink coffee and tea if I have eczema?
Can I drink coffee and tea if I have eczema?
FAQ: Do I have to give up coffee and tea while I’m on The Eczema Diet and if so, what are the eczema-friendly alternatives? People often ask eczema nutritionist and... Read more...
Don't eat bread until you read this ...
Don't eat bread until you read this ...
With all the negative press bread receives it can be confusing to know which bread to choose (and if you should be eating it at all!). I chatted with hosts... Read more...