Angela Casey

Sep 30, 2024 | forbes.com | Johnaé De Felicis |Angela Casey

Eczema is a non-contagious skin condition that causes rough patches of dry, itchy skin and is considered an inflammatory skin dermatitis. CBD creams, which include balms and lotions, are a topical application of cannabidiol and can be formulated with or without THC and can offer relief from the uncomfortable symptoms of eczema.

Aug 20, 2024 | forbes.com | Rachael Ajmera |Angela Casey

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Though it’s a very common condition, dry skin—characterized by a lack of oil and other moisturizing factors—can be a frustrating and uncomfortable issue to deal with. It can cause skin to become irritated, itchy, flaky or scaly if left untreated. While making changes to your lifestyle and skincare routine can often help relieve dry skin, certain supplements can also be useful for preventing water loss and keeping...

Oct 11, 2023 | forbes.com | Rachel MacPherson |Angela Casey

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Cryotherapy is a non-invasive, alternative treatment option that can be applied to a range of medical concerns ranging from localized skin lesions to inflammatory conditions of the skin and body. Localized cryotherapy is used to remove abnormal tissue, including lesions like precancers, keratoses and skin tags. Advocates claim cryotherapy offers benefit for various inflammatory skin concerns, including eczema, acne...

Sep 12, 2023 | forbes.com | Brooke Helton |Angela Casey

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Snail mucin, or snail slime, is a highly glycosylated protein secreted by snails that is sometimes featured as an ingredient in skin care products. Growing in popularity more recently, the search term “snail mucin” has amassed more than one billion views on TikTok, with influencers covering its uses, application methods and more. While there isn’t a large body of research investigating the benefits of snail mucin,...

Aug 10, 2023 | forbes.com | Brooke Helton |Angela Casey

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Eczema refers to a group of skin conditions that cause red or pink, sometimes scaly, inflamed, itchy and irritated skin. According to the National Eczema Foundation, more than 31 million Americans experience some form of eczema. While it can affect any part of the body, it commonly impacts specific areas of the skin, such as the scalp. Scalp eczema (also found in the hairline) can be found in infants, children and...