Blog: Daily Life: Living with Eczema

Eczema Friendly Laundry Detergents (and their ingredients)

Laundry detergents are one of the most commonly cited triggers for eczema – but why do some detergents cause a problem while other ones are fine? In a quest understand which laundry products the ScratchSleeves family can use without itching, we have investigated what exactly goes into laundry detergents and learnt a surprising amount about how to get laundry really clean in the process. We share what we’ve learnt along with our top tips for eczema friendly laundry and the results of the ScratchSleeves family 'tried and tested' review of eczema friendly laundry detergents. Read More

Do water softeners help eczema?

Do water softeners to help control eczema? Is it worth investing in one to control your child's eczema? We dig into the research and make our decision. Read More

Avoiding Baby Eczema Triggers #1: Laundry

Laundry detergents are a common trigger for baby eczema. Do they trigger your baby's eczema? We explore why and share 7 top tips to minimise the irritation. Read More

Can Probiotics Help Eczema in Babies and Children? Alternative remedies #4

In summary, there isn't strong evidence supporting the use of probiotics in the treatment of eczema. However, the level of variation in the results of the various studies does seem to indicate that some strains of probiotics may be helpful for groups of eczema sufferers, particularly children. Read More

Cow’s milk protein allergy in children

Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy, also known as CMPA or CMA, is a type of food allergy where a baby’s immune system responds irregularly to the proteins found in cow’s milk, causing them to have an allergic reaction. We take a deeper look... Read More