Asteatotic Dermatitis Overview Asteatotic Dermatitis, or “eczema craquelé,” is a common skin condition that tends to show up when your skin gets extremely dry. This dryness disrupts the skin’s natural protective barrier, leading to inflammation, itching, and a distinctive cracked appearance, similar to the surface of dry, cracked porcelain. It is most common in colder … Read more
Overview Ichthyosis Ichthyosis is a group of rare, genetic skin disorders characterized by dry, scaly skin that resembles fish scales. It’s a form of dry skin. The condition results from mutations affecting the skin’s ability to shed dead cells, leading to thickened, flaky patches. While some forms of ichthyosis are inherited and present from birth, … Read more
Eczema Overview Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a common and chronic skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by red, itchy, inflamed patches of skin that can vary in severity from mild irritation to more persistent discomfort. Eczema can appear on different parts of the body and often cycles … Read more
Overview Contact Dermatitis Contact dermatitis is a common skin condition that occurs when your skin comes into contact with an irritant or allergen, triggering an inflammatory reaction. This often results in redness, itching, and, in some cases, painful blisters or dry, cracked skin. Recent research estimates that contact dermatitis impacts 15-20% of the global population. … Read more