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Atopic Dermatitis vs. Contact Dermatitis: What’s the Difference?

First Derm

Online Dermatologist Atopic Dermatitis vs. Contact Dermatitis: What’s the Difference? Atopic dermatitis (left) and contact dermatitis (right) display different symptoms. Contact Dermatitis : Triggered by external irritants or allergens, causing localized redness, blisters, and itching.

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Eczema Care: 10 Skin-Care Ingredients to Avoid

First Derm

Online Dermatologist Eczema Care: 10 Skin-Care Ingredients to Avoid Eczema and Skin-Care Products | Ingredients to Avoid if You Have Eczema Eczema is a group of conditions that cause inflamed, irritated and often itchy skin. [1] 1] Three main categories of eczema are atopic eczema, contact dermatitis and stasis dermatitis.

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Epithelia Under Attack: The Skin, Gut, and Respiratory Barriers

The Dermatology Digest

By Krishna Patel and Peter Lio, MD Introduction The epithelial barrier is the first line of physical, chemical, and immunological defense against allergens, irritants, pathogens, and other environmental factors. Defects in the stratum corneum allow for foreign antigens, irritants, and pathogens to enter the epidermis.

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Eczema & Steroids: Balancing Clear Skin Benefits with Potential Health Risks (2025)

Aesthetics Advisor

Alexs eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, began in infancy with small, itchy patches on his wrists and handsa condition Kate, a seasoned nurse, was familiar with. A 2022 study found that social media discussions on topical steroid withdrawal more than tripled between 2016 and 2020, reflecting rising public awareness of the issue.

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Transcutaneous Sensitization: The Real Skinny on Food-based Emollients and Skincare Products

The Dermatology Digest

As such, children with atopic dermatitis (AD) are thought to be more susceptible to food allergies due to the transfer of allergens through their broken skin barrier. 36 However, the study acknowledged that the reactions were doubtful and could be attributed to irritation. Mr. Lohray has no relevant financial disclosures.

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Benefits Of Facial Oils

Eminence Organics

As for those navigating skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, marula is believed to reduce the feeling of itchiness or irritation. It’s also highly anti-inflammatory, ideal for acne as well as conditions like psoriasis, and it even improves dermatitis. It is also known to smell amazing and is the base of many perfumes.

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Bakuchiol – Vegan Retinol – What is all the hype about?

First Derm

If you could have a product that offered all the anti-aging benefits of retinol, without the irritant potential, wouldn’t you want to try it as well? Thus, for people suffering from sensitive skin, contact dermatitis, rosacea, and other such conditions, bakuchiol may well be the only anti-aging alternative available.

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