The Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology9 Aug 2022

#51 - Skincare strategies and lifestyle changes for atopic dermatitis in all skin colors

Practical tips about skin care maintenance for atopic dermatitis

In the third part of our 5 part series in collaboration with the Allergy & Asthma Network on atopic dermatitis in skin of color we are talking all about taking care of your skin and how to make your living environment more atopic dermatitis friendly.

Dr. G and Kortney the importance of skin hydration; the best ways to moisturize and shower. They also share ways to ensure your living environment is optimized for good skin conditions, from cleaning products to carpets. Finally, they go over the psychological side of atopic dermatitis and how to maintain balance in the body and the mind.

What we cover in this atopic dermatitis in skin of color episode:

Understanding the importance of keeping atopic skin hydrated.

How to break the itch-scratch-rash cycle.

Skincare: bathing and moisturizing - the preferred types of cleansers and moisturizers to use.

How to make your living environment atopic dermatitis friendly.

Sleep hygiene for atopic dermatitis.

Managing stress to help control eczema - some things that can help you.

Strategies to stop scratching.

From Shiv

How moving helped her flares.

Seeking therapy was important to her mental health and skin healing.

Helpful atopic dermatitis in skin of color resources:

Resource for AD in skin of color: https://eczemainskinofcolor.org/eczema-diagnosis-skin-of-color/

Dr G and Kortney discuss yoga for asthma - many of the tips can also apply to atopic dermatitis:https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/does-yoga-benefit-asthma/

More eczema episodes: https://www.itchpodcast.com/eczema

Yoga for asthma podcast: https://www.itchpodcast.com/episodes/48-yoga-asthma

Meet Shiv on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivaika/

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