Resources
Useful prep and reference material for the healthcare side of sensitive skin, from questions to ask at a dermatology appointment to understanding allergy testing. Practical content to help you get more from your appointments and manage things in between.
Allergy and Eczema Support Organisations Worth Knowing
Reliable charities and patient organisations offer free, trustworthy information on eczema, allergies and sensitive skin. Here's how to find them.
How to Get a Dermatology Referral
Not sure how to actually see a dermatologist? Here's how referrals usually work, how to make your case, and the private option.
How to Get the Most From Your Pharmacist for Sensitive Skin
Pharmacists are an underused, free first port of call for skin problems. Here's what they can help with and how to ask.
How to Keep a Skin Symptom Diary (and Why It Helps)
A simple record of flare-ups and products is the single most useful thing you can bring to an appointment. Here's how to keep one.
How to Prepare for a Skin Allergy Test
A little preparation makes patch testing more accurate and less hassle. Here's what to do (and avoid) before your appointment.
Questions to Ask a Dermatologist About Eczema and Sensitive Skin
Make the most of a short dermatology appointment. A practical list of questions to ask about eczema, triggers, allergy testing and building a routine that lasts.
Questions to Ask About Your Child's Eczema
A short, practical list of questions to bring to a GP or dermatologist appointment about your child's eczema, so you leave with a clear plan.
Turning 'Avoid This Ingredient' Advice Into Everyday Shopping
A dermatologist tells you to avoid an ingredient. Here's how to actually act on that at the shelf, where the advice usually gets lost.
Understanding Your Patch Test Results
Got a list of positives from patch testing? Here's how to read it, what the allergens mean for everyday shopping, and what to ask.
What Is Patch Testing? A Plain-English Guide
Patch testing is how dermatologists identify what your skin is allergic to. Here's what it involves, what it can find, and how to prepare.
What to Expect at a Dermatology Appointment
Knowing how a dermatology appointment usually runs helps you prepare and get more from it. Here's a plain-English walkthrough.