Posted on Feb 08
Acidosis
What we eat effects all aspects of our bodies, skin, hair, weight…the list goes on. Here’s an article from wellbeing.com.au explaining the effects of too much acid-producing and too little alkali foods and what can be done to get our bodies back in balance.
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IF your skin is looking lacklustre, your hair dry and nails brittle...
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Posted on Feb 02
Itchy scalp
There are many different causes for an itchy scalp, here’s an article outlining a few of the reasons why!
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DANDRUFF (pityriasis capitis) is the term used to describe simple scaling of the skin on the scalp. About 50 per cent of the population suffers from dandruff. Applying simple oils (for example, bath oil) to the scalp...
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Posted on Jan 28
Lowering eczema risk
If your little one suffers from eczema, you often want answers to know why. Here’s an article with some findings from a European research team about exposure to animals during pregnancy and it’s effect on reducing eczema in babies.
Were you exposed to animals (farm or otherwise!) when pregnant? Has your child developed eczema? Share your...
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Posted on Dec 22
A Year of Polls
All year round we have asked for your opinions and views via our polls. We felt it only fair to share with you the results of these polls as you helped make them happen.
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Posted on Sep 15
Tips On Managing Scratching For Eczema Sufferers
The urge to scratch for eczema sufferers may be like an oasis beckoning a desert wanderer. It can be very challenging to avoid. Of course, you know that scratching is bad for you and will only make the eczema worse but you might not be sure what to do. Consider the following strategies.
Cut your nails
One...
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Posted on Sep 08
A Tough Itch To Scratch
From a runny nose and itchy eyes to a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction, allergies affects one in three New Zealanders. Two Marlborough families cope with severe allergies every day.
Ella Bartholomew bounces around her pink bedroom with little sister Lily and their kitten Bob. It is only her diminutive size that gives any hint of the serious allergies the...
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Posted on Jul 28
Preventing Flare-Ups
Atopic dermatitis usually occurs as reddish, itchy skin, but may be oozing and crusty in severe cases. It generally begins early in life at which time it is commonly referred to as “infantile eczema”. Atopic dermatitis is characterised by flare-ups and remission, and tends to follow distinct patterns during infancy, childhood and adult life. We...
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Posted on Jul 20
Stress Reduction Techniques in Eczema Management
If like us, you suffer for eczema on a regular basis you know how hard it can be to manage. Once you have your skin care routine down pat, something happens to stress us out and boom! your eczema flares up. Below is a great article with some tips and tricks to help manage your...
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Gentle, soap-free cleansing for very dry and sensitive skin
QV Intensive Moisturising Cleanser is just what you need for extremely dry and sensitive skin. The lightly-foaming, soap-free formulation gently cleanses and softens your skin, leaving a hydrating film. This cleanser contains a higher moisturiser concentration than our QV Gentle Wash.
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Free from preservatives, fragrance, colour and...
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