Living with Psoriasis

Peeling off psoriasis scales can do more harm than good.
Why You Shouldn't Pick Your Psoriasis Scales Psoriasis is more than just an outbreak of itchy skin rashes. It’s a systemic inflammatory disease that also affects internal organs. More than 8 million Americans have the condition, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. While we don’t know the exact cause of psoriasis, the...

Can CBD Reduce Psoriasis Symptoms?
With all of the headlines pointing to the healing powers of cannabidiol (CBD)—one of more than 80 chemical compounds in the cannabis plant—it’s natural to wonder: Can using CBD oil help relieve psoriasis symptoms? The reviews are mixed. While there’s anecdotal evidence that CBD oil, with its far-ranging anti-inflammatory properties,...

The Stress of Quarantine Is Triggering Psoriasis Flare-Ups
Psoriasis can be an ordeal in the best of times. For many people with this chronic autoimmune disease, trying to manage symptoms under lockdown is taking its toll. Although scientists still don’t know exactly what causes psoriasis, stress is a well-known trigger, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. At the same time,...

Keeping Itching and Flaking at Bay: The Best Shampoos for Scalp Psoriasis
Do you find yourself constantly fighting an itchy, flakey scalp? Do you suffer from thick, swollen red patches that are more than your typical case of dandruff? What you are battling is likely a form of psoriasis referred to as scalp psoriasis. You are not alone. 125 million people worldwide suffer...

Foods That Might Cause Psoriasis Flare-Ups
Research has yet to confirm a definitive link between diet and psoriasis flare-ups, but some people say that eliminating certain foods and drinks offers relief from symptoms. While there’s no specific diet for psoriasis, some people with the condition find that what they eat affects how their skin looks and...

Harmful Chemicals to Avoid in Skincare Products
Many of the chemicals used today in various skincare and cosmetic products are gaining attention because of the negative effects it can have on our skin and health. Here is a list of the top 8 chemicals to avoid if possible. (PsoriaCare does not include any harmful chemicals or chemical preservatives...

Psoriasis Hair Treatment Tips
Studies have confirmed that psoriasis impacts different parts of the body, including your hair. Determining helpful ways to manage your hair while dealing with psoriasis is essential. Poor hair treatment results in excessive dandruff or hair loss over time. For this reason, it is vital to implement healthy hair care...

Tips to Help Reduce Flare-ups Caused by Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin disorder that thousands of Americans battle with daily. It is not uncommon for people with psoriasis to face flare-ups, which causes the skin to turn red and bumpy accompanied by white scaly patches on different areas such as the back, chest, and arms. If you are...

Diseases Related to Psoriasis
Psoriasis is more than just skin deep—which is why you need to see a healthcare professional if you suspect you have it. According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, up to 30 percent of people with psoriasis are at risk for developing psoriatic arthritis, a kind of inflammatory arthritis that could...

Natural Psoriasis Treatments and Lifestyle Changes
Get a little sun. Soaking up the sun—in moderation—might help with your psoriasis symptoms. UV light is generally a no-no in dermatology, because too much can be associated with the development of skin cancer and melanoma, however, it does have an anti-inflammatory effect in psoriatic skin and is a very...

Tips for living with Psoriasis
Maintaining an active lifestyle is essential to managing psoriasis, but it’s not always easy. It can be a challenge to learn how to live with psoriasis while keeping up all the activities you love. With determination and lots of support from loved ones it can be done and it will...