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Raine’s Recovery: Infection + Immune Support Plan Part 2

If you’re constantly getting staph infections, experiencing candida albicans overgrowth, or dealing with eczema that just won’t settle, it’s time to look deeper. Because while it’s tempting to blam...

Skin Friend Founder on 9 News—Is Eczema Linked To Histamine?

Video: Nine News and Karen Fischer interview at Skin Friend HQ, June 11th, 2025.   A new study from Bond University—as seen on 9 News Australia—has uncovered evidence that naturally occurring food...

Skin Microbiome: The Missing Link in Most Skincare Routines (Part 1)

Yesterday I spoke with a beautiful young woman named Raine, who’s been dealing with eczema and now topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) for the past two years. Her journey hasn’t been easy. In 2022, ...

PFAS "Forever Chemicals" in Skincare: Why Natural Does Not Always Mean Safe

Is Your Skincare Really Safe? The Case for PFAS-Free Products: If you or your loved one is living with eczema or sensitive skin, you know how important it is to find skincare that’s not just gen...

Are Fermented Foods Doing More Harm Than Good?

Fermented foods are often praised as the holy grail of gut health. But if you’re one of the millions struggling with eczema, rosacea, irritable bowel syndrome, headaches or chronic hives, these so-...

Cradle Cap Explained: The True Causes, Treatments & What to Avoid

Cradle cap, those flaky, yellowish patches that often appear on a baby’s scalp, can be confusing and even a little alarming for new parents. While it’s common and usually harmless, understanding w...

Seborrheic Dermatitis: The Real Root Causes, Symptoms & Natural Skincare Tips

Is your health practitioner treating your skin with anti-fungal meds without addressing the real root cause of seborrheic dermatitis? While medications can be a helpful short-term fix, new researc...

Atopic Dermatitis: Root Causes, Symptoms & Natural Skincare Tips

Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is one of the most common chronic skin conditions worldwide. But despite being so common, many people struggle to understand what triggers their flare-ups ...

Hives or Eczema? Understanding the Difference

Everyone gets dry skin sometimes, but chronic conditions like hives or eczema are more than that. Have you experienced red, inflamed, and itchy skin that seems to come back again and again, but yo...

Eczema and Food Allergies: The Hidden Connection

If you’re living with eczema, you’ve probably asked yourself at some point: Could what I’m eating be making this worse? The relationship between eczema and lactose intolerance is more complex than ...