The Eczema Podcast

Did you know your skin has its own circadian rhythm? ​ That's right—your skin has its own internal clock, meaning it can be more resilient or vulnerable depending on the time of day. And understanding your skin's natural rhythm can be a game-changer for managing flare-ups. ​ Here's what I cover in the episode: ​ - Why itching tends to get worse at night while you're trying to sleep. - The time of...

Could one "healthy" oil be sabotaging your eczema recovery? It might be sitting in your skincare right now - and making things worse. ​ Despite its popular reputation, this common oil has been shown to weaken the skin barrier and increase inflammation, especially in sensitive or eczema-prone skin. ​ In this episode, I'm breaking down why I never recommend it for eczema - and sharing a powerful stu...

Struggling with eczema or topical steroid withdrawal (TSW)? You're not alone - and there's real hope. In this episode, I sit down with Barbara Paldus, a biotech scientist, entrepreneur, and the founder of Codex Labs - a brand at the forefront of science-backed, sustainable skincare. We dive deep into her journey from Silicon Valley to the skincare industry, and how her background in biotech is cha...

Waking up with TSW, feeling like your skin is on fire, and unable to face the mirror? This was Ashni's daily reality while battling severe eczema and enduring topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). ​ In this powerful episode of The Eczema Podcast, Ashni opens up about her incredible journey. After years of relying on steroids and struggling with relentless inflammation, conventional treatments offered...

𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻  ​ Do you ever feel like eczema is affecting your relationships? You're not alone, and your feelings are totally valid.  ​ In this episode of The Eczema Podcast, Abby Lai talks with three amazing individuals – Katie, Steph, and Timothy – who are on a mission to conquer their eczema challenges. They share how eczema and the struggles of stopping topical steroids have impacted their...

𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗰𝘇𝗲𝗺𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲? ​  Like no matter what you try, you're always seen as "𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒆𝒄𝒛𝒆𝒎𝒂"? ​  ​ In this heartfelt episode, Abby Lai shares an important message for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their skin condition. She discusses how eczema can impact how you see yourself and why it's crucial to separate your identity from your condition to start fee...

Has eczema ever made you feel disconnected from the people you love? You're not alone - and your feelings are deeply valid. ​ In this heartfelt episode, Abby sits down with three incredible team members from Eczema Conquerors - Katy, Steph, and Timothy - as they open up about their personal journeys with eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). ​ Together, they explore the often unspoken ways...

Did you know that many eczema sufferers often experience significant bacterial or fungal overgrowth—or even a combination of both? ​ This is why treatments that only focus on addressing bacterial overgrowth might not fully help the skin, especially if fungal overgrowth hasn't been addressed. ​ In this episode, Abby welcomes JP, from the Eczema Conquerors Team. With over 10 years of experience trea...

Looking for a gentler, more natural way to calm your eczema-prone skin? ​ In today's episode, we're diving into a powerful solution you might not have heard of yet: Hypochlorous Acid. ​ 💧 This naturally occurring compound helps soothe irritated skin, reduce inflammation, and support your skin barrier — all without the harsh chemicals found in most conventional creams. ​ Shop it in this product: A...

What if your eczema wasn't just about your skin—but about your story? ​ In this powerful episode, we dive into the often-overlooked connection between emotional stress, nervous system dysregulation, and eczema flares. Our guest, Sean, who is on our Eczema Conquerors team, shares his clinical insights into how remedies can support deep emotional healing and help the skin recover naturally. ​ You'll...

In this raw and personal solo episode, I'm opening up about one of the biggest mistakes I made on my path to recovery—and how it kept me stuck far longer than I needed to be. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and still not seeing progress, this one's for you. You'll learn: - Why diet alone won't heal your eczema (and what's missing) - The real reason your skin is the last to i...

𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Imagine battling eczema since infancy, enduring relentless flares, only to then face not one—but two cancer diagnoses. In this powerful episode, Jen opens up about her extraordinary path through illness, resilience, and transformation. She takes us back to her early struggles with severe eczema, sharing what it was like growing up in a body that constantly felt like it was betr...

Could red light therapy be the key to eczema relief with fewer side effects? In this video, I compare red light therapy to phototherapy, revealing the surprising benefits and differences between the two. From stimulating collagen production to reducing inflammation, red light therapy offers multiple advantages. But how does it stack up against phototherapy, which uses UV rays to treat eczema? Lear...

Could your laundry detergent be making your eczema worse? Even products that claim to be "natural" might have hidden ingredients that can trigger skin allergies! ​ In this solo episode, Abby, shares an unexpected discovery about a common ingredient found in many household items that could be damaging your skin. Abby opens up about her own struggles with skin problems and infections, which only got...

Are baths really the best way to soothe eczema-prone skin? And do popular remedies like bleach baths, oatmeal soaks, or Dead Sea salt actually work? In this episode, we break down the science behind different bathing methods for eczema and separate fact from fiction. ​ Our guest, Dr. Jonathan Silverberg, MD, is a world-renowned, board-certified dermatologist and expert in atopic dermatitis. As a f...

How do you heal your skin when you don't even have a stable home? That was Zila's reality—living in a crowded shelter with limited access to nutritious food, a clean environment, or even basic safety. But despite these challenges, she found a way to turn her health around and heal her eczema. ​ Zila battled eczema since she was three years old. From painful flare-ups and sleepless nights to the em...

Are you looking for ways to increase confidence while going through the skin flares?  ​ In the latest episode of The Eczema Podcast, Abby welcomes Rachel Varga, a well-known skincare specialist and researcher. They dive into the interesting connections between our skin, brain health, and overall well-being. Rachel shares valuable insights from her research and provides practical tips to help impro...

Struggling with eczema? In this episode of The Eczema Podcast, aesthetic nurse Rachel Varga shares her journey and effective strategies for managing flares and boosting confidence. ​ Having performed over 20,000 skincare procedures, Rachel discusses her recent eczema flare, the triggers behind it, and how she cleared her skin in just one week, emphasizing the importance of a solid skincare routine...

Are you struggling with skin issues like eczema, dark spots, or light spots? Tune in to this enlightening podcast episode to uncover the causes of these problems and learn natural ways to improve your skin from the inside out! ​ In this episode of the Eczema Podcast, host Abby shares a conversation with Ben (a naturopath on our Eczema Conquerors team), and Saidy (a client and team member), on how...

Struggling with eczema and feeling like nothing works? Chris's story might be the motivation you've been searching for. ​ In this episode of the Eczema Podcast, Chris opens up about his journey from enduring painful skin flare-ups to finally finding relief—and uncovering the surprising cause behind his eczema along the way. ​ Chris battled severe eczema and TSW (Topical Steroid Withdrawal) for yea...

Did you know your skin has its own circadian rhythm? ​ That's right—your skin has its own internal clock, meaning it can be more resilient or vulnerable depending on the time of day. And understanding your skin's natural rhythm can be a game-changer for managing flare-ups. ​ Here's what I cover in the episode: ​ - Why itching tends to get worse at night while you're trying to sleep. - The time of...

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to battle eczema and TSW? ​ In this episode, the Eczema Conquerors team shares their deeply personal and emotional journeys through eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). From struggling with everyday tasks to navigating dramatic physical changes, they reveal the raw truth of their experiences—and prove that healing is possible, even in the darkes...

Did you know that many eczema sufferers often experience significant bacterial or fungal overgrowth—or even a combination of both? ​ This is why treatments that only focus on addressing bacterial overgrowth might not fully help the skin, especially if fungal overgrowth hasn't been addressed. ​ In this episode, Abby welcomes JP, from the Eczema Conquerors Team. With over 10 years of experience trea...

Have you ever felt like your eczema healing has hit a plateau? You're not alone. Over the years, we've noticed recurring patterns in our clients' journeys—and today, we're sharing those insights with you. ​ In this episode of The Eczema Podcast, Abby dives deep into the mind-body connection in eczema healing. Featuring impactful clips from Dr. Gabor Maté—a renowned trauma expert and bestselling au...

Are you curious to learn what the location of your eczema can reveal?  In today's episode, the naturopath from our Eczema Conquerors Team joins us to discuss how the location of your eczema can give clues into your root cause and also reveal if you possibly have:  stasis eczema salicylate sensitivity fungal or bacterial overgrowth lymphatic stagnation topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) liver heat co...