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Cotton gloves over a thick ointment at bedtime
Put on a thick ointment or cream before bed (Vaseline works well for many), then pull on plain cotton gloves. The gloves keep it on your hands instead of your sheets, and you ca…
PsoriasisSkin care & topical hacksSleepHandsIncludes a product
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Rubber gloves for dishes and cleaning
Wear rubber or vinyl gloves for dishes, laundry and bathroom cleaning, with a thin cotton liner underneath so they're comfortable for longer. Alternatively, try a fragrance-free…
PsoriasisGear & toolsNailsHandsIncludes a product
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Ontario gluten free beers that taste like beer
I completely switched over to Ancestral quinoa beer - it's got a fruity finish that I can't now live without. Doesn't give a hangover and they just released a session IPA thats …
Celiac diseasePsoriasisFood & product findsDigestiveIncludes a product
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A thin cotton base layer under work clothes
Wear a thin long-sleeved cotton or bamboo layer under a uniform or dry-clean-only clothes. It keeps creams off your good clothes and stops rough fabric rubbing on plaques.
PsoriasisGear & toolsIncludes a product
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Wash your hair every two or three days, fingertips only
Washing less often can keep your scalp from drying out, unless you've been sweating. When you do wash, use lukewarm water and massage with your fingertips, not your nails.
PsoriasisSkin care & topical hacksScalp
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Moisturize within five minutes of getting out of the shower
Dermatologists recommend patting skin dry but leaving it slightly damp, then applying a fragrance-free moisturizer within five minutes of bathing. A thick cream or ointment work…
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
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Wash with your hands, not a loofah
Loofahs, buff puffs and washcloths can irritate skin and set off psoriasis. Dermatologists suggest washing gently with your hands and rinsing cleanser off thoroughly.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
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Even a mild sunburn counts
According to dermatologists, even a mild sunburn can worsen existing psoriasis and cause new patches to form, and the same goes for small skin injuries like nicks, cuts and bug …
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
PsoriasisTriggers & lifestyle
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Reach for a cold compress instead of scratching
Scratching tends to make psoriasis worse. Dermatologists suggest a cold compress to take the edge off the itch instead.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
PsoriasisNavigating flares
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Moisturizer first, then shaving gel, to cut down on nicks
A shaving cut can be followed by new psoriasis at that spot about 10 to 14 days later. Dermatologists suggest applying moisturizer and then shaving gel before you shave to reduc…
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
PsoriasisSkin care & topical hacksFace
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End the day by writing down three things you're grateful for
Stress is a common psoriasis trigger, so dermatologists suggest a stress-management habit you practise even on good days. One example: write down three things you're grateful fo…
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
PsoriasisMind & moodSleepStress
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Cold, dry months: 10-minute warm showers and a gentle cleanser
If your skin flares when the temperature or humidity drops, keep showers and baths to 10 minutes in warm, not hot, water. Use a gentle, moisturizing cleanser instead of soap, an…
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
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Keep nails trimmed short and be careful with manicure tools
Keeping nails short reduces the risk of injury. Take extra care with manicure and pedicure instruments, whether at home or in a salon.
Source: Arthritis Foundation (2022)
Psoriatic arthritisPsoriasisSkin care & topical hacksNailsHands
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Band-Aid Hydro Seal strips for cracked heels
For cracked heels in winter I use Band-Aid Hydro Seal large strips. The box shows an elbow, but they're perfect for heels, especially overnight when your body weight rests on th…
PsoriasisSkin care & topical hacksSleepHeels & feetIncludes a product
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Nexcare brush-on liquid bandage for split fingertips
For cracked fingertips I use Nexcare liquid bandage — not the spray, but the tiny bottle with a brush inside. If one coat isn't enough, let it dry for a few minutes and add anot…
PsoriasisSkin care & topical hacksHandsIncludes a product
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