Tips to Calm Red Skin Syndrome in Children
Although rare in children, red skin syndrome (or RSS) is sometimes diagnosed when little ones with eczema have been prescribed potent...
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Top Tips for Managing Childhood Eczema
This week's guest blog is from Zoe T. Williams, of Allergy Kitchen. She talks us through her top tips for...
Skin Salvation: The Perfect Tattoo Aftercare Balm
Skin Salvation is the new kid on the block for tattoo aftercare and is getting some rave reviews from respected...
Why Does Exercising Make Me Itchy?
You know the score: five minutes into a workout or a jog and you’re suddenly gripped by the frantic urge...
Is Showering Good For Eczema?
There’s a fair amount of confusion around bathing and hygiene routines for those with eczema and the truth is -...
Are Bleach Baths Good For Eczema?
It sounds like a really extreme treatment for a common condition, but thousands of people around the world swear by...
Is Your Skincare Vegan?
Veganism isn’t just about what you eat, but how you live. It’s often said that vegan isn’t a diet, it’s...
Top 7 Foods To Boost Skin Health
It’s becoming more and more accepted that what you put into your body has an affect on your skin, whether...
The Link Between Eczema And Gut Health
It is becoming increasingly accepted that there is a very strong causal link between eczema, psoriasis, allergies and an overactive...
How Long Does It Take For Diet To Affect Skin?
You may already have noticed a connection between what you eat and the state of your skin, but how long...
What Can I Drink To Clear My Skin?
Confused about what you need to drink to manage skin breakouts? Here’s our tip tips for drinks that benefit the...
What’s The Problem With ‘Miracle Creams’?
There seems to be a story about a miracle cream for eczema in the media every single day at the moment! So...
Is Eczema A Sign Of A Weak Immune System?
Many people make the assumption that eczema is linked to or caused by a weak immune system, but is this...
Why Does My Body Itch After Bathing?
If you’re plagued by itchy skin after getting out of the bath or shower, it could be due to a...
Should You Moisturize Perioral Dermatitis?
Perioral dermatitis can be hard to manage, but is it good to use moisturiser on a breakout?
How To Avoid Skin Irritation From Face Masks During COVID-19
If you’re struggling with pressure sores, rashes and irritated skin from wearing a face mask for long periods of time,...
How Do You Get Rid Of Dry Skin On Your Face Overnight?
If you’re suffering from dry or flaky skin on your face, you’ll be wanting a quick and effective solution!
5 Ways To Reduce And Avoid Redness On The Face
 The extra delicate skin of the face can flare up for all kinds of different reasons - rosacea, psoriasis,...
Can Hand Sanitiser Make Your Hands Peel?
Although hand sanitiser is recommended for disinfecting hands if there’s no water around, the sad truth is that it can...
Does Chemotherapy Affect Your Skin?
Chemotherapy is a life-enhancing treatment, but it does unfortunately come with some side-effects. We have a look through what those...
5 Top Tips To Manage Chronically Dry, Cracked Hands
Want to get on top of those poor sore paws? Follow these five key steps!
What Is The Best Hand Cream For Gardeners' Hands?
From what it’s made of to what it does, Skin Salvation is the ultimate treat for hardworking hands.
Does High Blood Sugar Cause Itchiness All Over The Body?
Although blood sugar levels might not appear to have much to do with your skin, high blood sugar can indeed...
Emollient Creams or Moisturisers?
An 'emollient cream' is a non-cosmetic moisturiser, named as such because they are used in a medical capacity to hydrate and...
Does Eczema Cause Depression?
This week, for Mental Health Awareness Week, we welcome guest blogger Simone Ivatts to Balmonds, to talk about how living...
Can Stress Cause Scabs On The Scalp?
Can stress cause a scabby scalp?! Quick answer - yes it can! Read more...
Why Is Dermatitis Itchy?
Dermatitis, whether caused by a chronic condition or a temporary reaction to something, is characterised by itchy skin; we look...
What Does Diabetic Skin Rash Look Like?
Diabetics are more vulnerable to several different kinds of skin issues because of the effects of their blood/glucose levels on...
Can Changes In The Weather Trigger An Eczema Flare-Up?
5 Top Tips for keeping cool through weather fluctuations
Living With Allergies: Preparing Your Children For School
In this week's guest blog, Emma Amoscato, author of Living With Allergies: Practical Tips For All The Family, shares her...
What Foods Trigger Periocular Dermatitis?
While it’s clear that certain skincare products trigger periocular dermatitis, can the same thing be said about some foods?
Skincare on Set: Makeup Artist Must-Haves from Balmonds
You might be familiar with using Balmonds for sensitive and eczema-prone skin, but did you know that our natural oils,...
Which Hand Cream Is Best For Skin In Winter?
Winter can be very hard on the hands: a bad combination of cold, dry air and the need to wash...
Five Ways To Use Skin Salvation On Your Dog
Balmonds’ Skin Salvation is one of the best things you can put on your skin, but did you know it’s...
Why Is My Ear Dry And Itchy?
Wondering about what might be causing your ear to feel itchy and scratchy? It’s a good question, and one that...
Does Winter Make Perioral Dermatitis Worse?
What you might think is acne or rosacea might well turn out to be perioral dermatitis, particularly if the creams...
Is Blepharitis Bacterial Or Viral?
Blepharitis is a common irritation of the eyelids. It’s characterised by dry, inflamed, itchy or crusty skin around the eyes,...
What Does An Itchy Ear Mean?
If your ears get hot, itchy and bothered, it can mean a few different things. One thing is certain: it’s...
Does Perioral Dermatitis Ever Go Away?
Perioral dermatitis is, in simple terms, an inflammation of the area of skin around the nose and mouth. This inflammation...
10 Reasons To Have Skin Salvation In Your Handbag
This little pot of wonder is your perfect companion for this summer and beyond. It’s 100% natural goodness and pretty...
What Can Make Blepharitis Worse?
Blepharitis is a common but usually mild irritation of the area around the eyes. It can make your eyelids swollen,...
Camping And Staycation Essentials
With international travel looking shaky, many of us are staying local for our holidays this summer. But whether you’re camping,...
Is Discoid Eczema An Autoimmune Disease?
It’s been suggested that eczema - including discoid dermatitis - counts as an autoimmune disease; here we look at the...
Is Blepharitis Worse In The Morning?
Blepharitis can be caused by a variety of different factors and circumstances, and these often occur in combination. So a...
What Is The Best Face Wash For Perioral Dermatitis?
Perioral dermatitis is the term given to persistent patches of bumpy, spotty, inflamed or irritated skin around the mouth and...
What Kind Of Makeup Should I Wear If I Have Blepharitis?
Blepharitis is a common, chronic inflammation of the eyes and eyelids; it can make your eyes sore, gritty, watery or...
Is Discoid Eczema Contagious?
A severe case of discoid dermatitis can be very painful, but is it as infectious as it looks?
Why Do I Suddenly Have Dermatitis?
A sudden case of dermatitis out of the blue could be down to a whole host of factors.
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