Constantly scratching and picking at an itchy rash really does make it worse. But why? According to newly released research using mice as a model, scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a ...

Your indoor versus outdoor environment could have an even bigger impact on your eczema symptoms than you realize.

Scientists have now shown why it may not be a good idea to scratch an itchy rash, even though it feels good. This research ...

For those already dealing with conditions like acne, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, or, even, eczema, pollution can ...

The term "protein contact dermatitis" was coined by Hjorth and Roed-Petersen in 1976 [1] to describe the condition of several food handlers with hand and forearm eczema. The responsible allergen ...

Some people use essential oils to help manage eczema. These include tea tree ... compared various herbs and minerals for treating contact dermatitis, and found tea tree oil to be the most effective.

In particular, those with irritant contact dermatitis (ICD), and atopic eczema are most likely to have sensitive skin. Other common allergens for those with contact dermatitis might include ...