Apothecary & Me Skin Care Blogs

Close-up of a person's arm showing significant eczema inflammation, dry scaly patches and redness during a flare, being examined by a gloved practitioner

What Triggers an Eczema Flare Up & How to Stop It

May 11, 2026Anita Robinson

If you have lived with eczema for any length of time, you have probably become an involuntary expert in your own skin. You know the feeling that comes just before...

Woman holding her face in her hands with a concerned expression, showing significant redness and inflammation across her cheeks and forehead associated with eczema-prone skin

How to Choose the Right Eczema Treatment for Sensitive, Reactive Skin

April 18, 2026Anita Robinson

Finding the right eczema treatment is rarely a single decision. For most people it is a years-long process of trying things that work partially, or temporarily, or not at all...

Eczema on Face: Causes, Triggers & Natural Relief

April 04, 2026Anita Robinson

Eczema on your face is a different experience to eczema anywhere else on the body. It's visible to everyone, uncomfortable in ways that are hard to ignore, and frequently misunderstood...

Apothecary & Me No.1 Illuminate Face Oil on a marble surface with a green plant in the background, a natural waterless face oil for eczema-prone skin.

The Best Natural Face Oils for Eczema-Prone Skin in the UK

February 14, 2026Anita Robinson

If you have eczema-prone skin, you've probably stood in front of a shelf of face oils feeling completely stuck. Which ones will actually help? Which ones will trigger a flare...

Woman with calm, clear skin holding a bottle of Apothecary & Me No.1 Illuminate Face Oil, a lightweight waterless facial oil for sensitive and reactive skin.

Face Oil vs Moisturiser: Which One Does Your Skin Need?

January 17, 2026Anita Robinson

If you've ever stood in front of your bathroom shelf wondering whether to reach for the face oil or the moisturiser - or whether you need both - you're not...