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IT can be heartbreaking to watch your little one battle eczema.

The skin condition causes itchiness, redness and inflammation, which can be uncomfortable and sometimes sore for the sufferer.

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There are seven types of eczema.

Atopic eczema - the most common type - is when the skin is unable to retain moisture. It becomes dry which makes the skin more likely to react to irritants.

Contact dermatitis is when bouts of eczema are caused by a specific substance, sometimes causing a reaction days later.

One in every five children is affected by eczema at some stage, according to the British Skin Foundation.

There is no cure for the condition, but sometimes people grow out of it or have long periods without it.

People live with the skin condition by using treatments and learning what triggers their flare-ups.

But Dr Derrick Phillips, Consultant Dermatologist and British Skin Foundation spokesperson, said: "It is not always possible to identify triggers for eczema.

"Parents should focus on reducing the risk of flares by addressing the skin barrier impairment with regular application of moisturisers and use of bath emollients. Any suspected triggers should be discussed with your doctor.

"Parents should see their doctors if the symptoms (itch, redness, soreness) do not improve with moisturisers, emollients and bath emollients; or there are signs of infection."

Over the years, research has been able to pinpoint common reasons why eczema flares up.

The Centre of Evidence-based Dermatology, University of Nottingham, outlined these in a 2009 paper by reviewing studies, including one which followed 60 children with the condition.

This information is likely to be useful to families and may lead to the ability to reduce disease flares in the future, they said.

It found the following were triggers in eczema, generally:

Shampoo and other detergents like shower gel, hand soap and washing-up liquid contain dozens of chemicals.

These were found to increase how much eczema bothered children day-to-day as well how much they scratched.

Interestingly, researchers said the effect of shampoo was exacerbated by the cold weather.

This was likely due to imparired skin barrier function, they said.

When the skin barrier is weaker in the cold weather - due to water loss - there is more opportunity for soaps to enter the skin and cause irritation.

There are plenty of washing alternatives for the shower or bath that are more gentle to eczema sufferers - but the best thing to do is avoid them as much as possible.

Mums have raved about Childs Farm as eczema-friendly shower and shampoo products for easy bath times with kids.

The fur of an animal - and all the mites, dust and plant pollens they carry (dander) - is a common trigger for eczema.

The study found that eczema on the hands was particularly sensitive to pets.

Its thought that some people have a dilated hypersensitive reaction to dander which causes an allergic response. This can result in an eczema flare.

While this may be more common with other peoples pets, you can reduce the risks of your own pet causing irritation by vacuuming often, getting hardwood floors and keeping your pet well-groomed.

Some studies show that kids who grow up with a pet are less likely to get eczema when theyre older. The evidence is clearer for dogs than cats.

Dust mites are an environmental irritant linked with eczema in the same category as pollen or pollution.

These tiny bugs live in the carpets, sofas, blankets and other furnishings. They are so small you cant see them.

The dust mites dont bite, but they excrete a substance that can irritate the skin.

Unfortunately there is only one way to help fix this - clean more often!

Reducing humidity in the home can also help as house dust mites thrive in humid conditions.

To help stop the scratch-cycle, try giving your child a product that relieves the itch without breaking the skin, such as a Cosi Care Scratch Star or Attack Roller.

How to cope with winter flare-ups

Dr Derrick Phillips, Consultant Dermatologist and British Skin Foundation spokesperson, said: "Winter flares are largely driven by the reduction in household humidity caused by central heating."

The risk of flares can be reduced by:

Not sitting close to radiators

Wearing layers and reducing the heating

Use of humidifiers

Warm instead of baths/showers

Moisturising immediately after baths/showers

Nylon is a kind of material used to make clothing.

When directly next to eczema, it was found in the research to worsen symptoms, particularly on the trunk and limbs.

Nylon is one of many synthetic or man-made materials that are considered problematic for people with eczema.

These types of materials can cause overheating or sweating which can set off the dreaded itch feeling.

Meanwhile wool, which is a natural material, was found to be irritating for the limbs.

Wool can feel rough on the skin which is a nightmare for people with already sensitive, itchy skin. Some people also have an allergy to wool.

Experts always recommend people with eczema wear cotton as much as possible because it allows the skin to breathe.

Bamboo and silk are other preferred choices.

Sweating, either from hot and sunny weather or exercise, can irritate eczema, researchers say.

Sweat is the bodys natural response to the body heating up. As it evaporates, it cools the surface of the skin.

However, the sodium (salt) in sweat can dehydrate the skin of people with eczema and sometimes make it sting.

This can make summer and exercising with the condition difficult, but there are a number of ways to prevent an outbreak.

Drink plenty of fluids, wipe sweat away, try and keep cool with a fan and moisturise before and after exercise.

Kids love swimming.

But the study found it not only makes eczema more bothersome and itchy, but worsens the symptoms to the point parents seek more treatment for their child.

Some children may react to the chemicals, such as chlorine, in the pool - called irritant contact dermatitis.

Meanwhile, dryness of the skin after swimming is likely to occur if the pH of the pool water is raised, the National Eczema Society warns.

Avoiding swimming when eczema is bad is the simple solution.

But even when the skin is in a good phase, keep habits such as applying emollient cream (which is thicker than a moisturiser) around half an hour before swimming to act as a barrier against the water.

Combination of factors

The research team said that a combination of any three factors was likely to exacerbate symptoms even more.

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We know that not sleeping well and feeling stressed can give us dark circles under our eyes.

But if you are getting your forty winks, feeling calm and you still have eyebags, there could be another reason.

Eyebags could be caused by something other sleep issues or stress levels, an expert has explained.

An optometrist has revealed your diet might be why your eyes dont look and feel as sharp as they could.

Roshni Patel said: Salt encourages fluid retention in the body and can result in fluid build-up under the eyes.

A reduction in salt intake may assist with reducing puffiness.

For those that struggle with anaemia, eating iron-rich foods may also help to reduce symptoms as they allow the increase of oxygen to reach the tissues in your body and avoid the appearance of dark circles.

So if you find you are often waking up with dark puffy eyebags, try tweaking your diet.

Instead of having salty crisps as an evening snack, swap to lentil chips.

And if you have salty evening meals it might be best to change well-seasoned potatoes and veg to plan ones, or iron-rich substitutes like spinach or edamame.

The expert from Lenstore added there are other reasons why you might struggle with dark circles under your eyes.

She said: Bags under the eyes are commonly associated with a lack of sleep, and appear as mild swelling or puffiness under the eyes, primarily as a result of fluid accumulation.

They are predominantly a cosmetic concern and rarely ever are a sign of a serious medical condition.

Though the most recognisable and familiar is a lack of sleep, eye bags can result from a wide variety of different causes.

Fluid retention can become more of a problem as we age. The skin under the eyelid becomes thinner and can result in puffy eyes.

This can be especially more noticeable in the morning and can be prominent after having a salty meal, which causes greater fluid retention in the body.

Pollen, dust and pet allergies are a common reason why people suffer with puffy eye bags.

If you are not sure which is causing it, you can get an appointment with your GP who may refer you to an allergy clinic.

This will help determine the cause and hopefully reduce your exposure to the allergen.

Smoking can contribute towards puffy eyebags as the nicotine found in cigarettes disrupts sleep patterns.

This does not only lead to tiredness but also a build up on fluids as your body has not had a chance to fully rest and restore.

Smoking also breaks down skins elasticity and collagen production reduces which can cause the skin to look puffy or sag.

Unfortunately for some, puffy under eyes is not to do with their outside environment but is a hereditary condition.

Autoimmune conditions are also known to cause puffy under eyes.

If you do have a family history of puffy under eye bags, people do find cold compresses in the morning or before you go out can reduce the appearance temporarily.

Much like when we burn, our bodies are defending our skin from further damage.

If your eyes are suffering from too much sun exposure, then the natural response is inflammatory this is your bodys way of trying to protect your eyes.

Sun damage and excess heat commonly cause swelling and puffiness.

For those living with eczema, the winter air can make puffy eyes considerably worse this is due to the dry air.

Atopic dermatitis can occur, causing irritation around the eyes and eyelid, this can lead to puffiness as the skins natural defence mechanism is to protect your eyes.

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The most common skin complaints are eczema and acne - and over half use products in their routine despite knowing they could be damaging

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Brits go through an average of eight different skincare products in their quest to combat their skin issues, according to a study.

A poll of 2,000 adults found less than 20 percent have found the perfect routine for their skin type, although nine in ten know it's important to help maintain it.

And one in ten have tried 16 or more different bottles, lotions and potions to get themselves looking their best.

Nearly half (45 percent) choose products that have been proven effective by clinical research, and 38 percent look for those that are made with natural ingredients.

Nadav Shraibom, scientific founder and celebrity skin consultant at Medovie, which commissioned the research, said: Finding the perfect skincare routine, especially for those with chronic skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, can be a long road especially when youre unsure as to what your issue may be.

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While trying different products may help you find your perfect routine, this can actually be doing more harm than good and could be damaging your skin barrier, causing more irritation and inflammation.

Remember, the perfect skin routine involves the three Ps patience, persistence and prevention.

If your skin condition is triggered by stress and anxiety, this can then turn into a painful and vicious cycle so its best to try and maintain your skin health to help alleviate some of the symptoms.

The research found three-quarters have had a formal diagnosis of a skin complaint, such as eczema or psoriasis with an average of a four-and-a-half month wait to find out what it was.

And 29 percent found themselves waiting over six months to have their skin condition diagnosed.

Unsurprisingly, six in ten wish theyd been able to get their diagnosis sooner, with the most common complaints being eczema (54 percent), acne (32 percent) and psoriasis (31 percent).

Just under half (47 percent) admit to scratching their skin, and one in three have used a scrub that was too harsh.

Three in ten have over-cleansed, and a further 30 percent admit to skipping their moisturiser all of which can cause further irritation to inflamed and irritated skin.

Due to the length of time it takes to get a formal diagnosis, six in ten lived to regret these choices even though 49 percent knew full well what they were doing may be damaging.

As a result, 21 percent have missed a social engagement due to having a bad skin day, and 20 percent booked a specialist appointment soon after.

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The study, commissioned via OnePoll, also found 51 percent of respondents find knowing which products to trust hinders their quest for the perfect skincare routine.

Nadav Shraibom, for Medovie, added: Having a skin condition doesnt just have an impact on a persons skin, but can affect their everyday lives, as well as their mental health.

There is so much information available that it can be hard for many to discern what are the facts and what are the myths in relation to their skin.

Therefore, I would always advise that you seek the opinion of a specialist to help formally diagnose your condition theres no need to be embarrassed, weve seen it all.

They will then be able to recommend the best products for you to use to help treat your skin condition.

Through our innovative 3HX formula, we have managed to help people treat skin concerns, both externally and from within, and make long-lasting, effective change and help reduce the anguish many face with their skin conditions.

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Picture this: You've just indulged in a long, relaxing shower, only when it comes time to towel off afterward, you find that your skin didn't enjoy the experience as much as you did. Splotchy, red, irritated patches of skin crop up on various parts of your body, and you wonder how you could be having this reaction when the only things you've come in contact with are water and soap. There could be a few culprits behind these common post-shower skin reactions. Perhaps it's a sign of dry skin or the results of using a dull razor blade. Rashes can also stem from skin conditions like irritant contact dermatitis, when the skin becomes red or sore from an irritating substance. POPSUGAR consulted dermatologists to help figure out what exactly causes rashes that occur in the shower, and what's the best way to treat them.

Rashes that develop in the shower can be a sign of extremely dry skin. "Xerosis cutis, which is dry skin, is one of the most prominent causes for development of a rash after taking a shower," board-certified dermatologist Michele Green, MD, told POPSUGAR. "This is because a high water temperature can strip the skin of the natural oils that keep it healthy and moisturized, causing it to become itchy."

If the temperature of the water is too hot, that can also cause a skin rash. "If a rash develops after taking a shower due to the temperature of the water being too high, it is common to experience symptoms such as redness, swelling, itching, flaking, or even peeling," Dr. Green explained.

Shaving habits are another culprit. "Using old razor blades and shaving can cause folliculitis the inflammation of hair follicles," board-certified dermatologist Marina Peredo, MD, FAAD, told POPSUGAR. "If the blade is dull, it will irritate the skin."

Preexisting skin conditions can also play a role in rashes that appear post-shower. "Irritant contact dermatitis can cause the skin to become dry from taking hot showers," Dr. Peredo said. This skin disorder in particular can become aggravated during a shower routine. "The combination of hot water, fragrant soaps, and skin that isn't moisturized can make skin red, dry, and cracked."

Both Dr. Peredo and Dr. Green agree that cholinergic urticaria can also cause a rash after showering. "Cholinergic urticaria is caused by nerve fibers in the sweat glands," Dr. Peredo said. "If you take a hot shower, your body temperature goes up, which can create hives."

The soap you use and the temperature of the shower itself can also make rashes appear for those who have eczema. "Eczema can be triggered by substances that come in contact with the skin, such as soaps, cosmetics, clothing, detergents, jewelry, or sweat," Dr. Green said. "Someone who struggles with eczema may experience a flare after taking a hot shower."

Changing the temperature of your shower is a great place to start when trying to avoid rashes. "Keep the temperature of the water on the cooler side to help keep away any unwanted itching, redness, or discomfort," Dr. Green said. A warmer shower is also much better for those with skin conditions. "Taking shorter, cooler showers are good for irritant contact dermatitis and cholinergic urticaria," Dr. Peredo advised.

Keeping skin hydrated is another simple fix. "If your skin is dry, it's important to use a rich moisturizer that can strengthen the natural barrier of your skin," Dr. Green said. Dr. Peredo suggests moisturizing skin while it's still wet, so the lotion or oil gets a better chance to absorb properly. For those with extremely dry skin, it's best to consult with your dermatologist about a more personalized treatment plan. "In extreme cases of dry skin, your dermatologist can prescribe topical steroid creams like hydrocortisone cream to reduce redness and inflammation," Dr. Green said. "Oral antihistamines like Benadryl, Zyrtec, or Claritin may also be needed to help alleviate any pruritic symptoms associated with your dry skin."

Soothe symptoms of a shower rash by cooling your skin down. "Using a humidifier and a cold-water compress can help soothe symptoms of the rash that appear after taking a hot shower," Dr. Green suggested.

Creating regular habits for more hydrated, moisturized skin will reduce dryness and lessen the chance of developing a rash after the shower. "Apply a soothing, unscented body lotion to skin twice a day to keep skin well moisturized and prevent irritation," Dr. Green said. "If you have dry skin, be sure to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water throughout the day in order to maintain healthy and moisturized skin."

Swapping out body soap, shampoo, and skin-care products might also prevent shower rashes. "Stick to gentle soaps that don't have a fragrance to ensure that your rash is not an allergic reaction to an ingredient in your hygiene products," Dr. Green advised. "Skip using skin-care products that contain potentially irritating ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), retinols, or retinoids. These ingredients are designed to increase the rate of skin-cell turnover and can be a cause for dry skin."

If rashes are developing after you shave in the shower, it could be time for a new razor. "Replace dull razor blades with new ones to help prevent folliculitis," Dr. Peredo said.

It's also important to be mindful of how you dry off after the shower. "Instead of rubbing your skin with a towel to dry after showering, gently pat the skin with a towel to prevent irritation," Dr. Green suggested.

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A comprehensive analysis on the probiotic cosmetics market by Future Market Insights (FMI) provides in-depth insights into governing factors elevating the demand in the market. It discloses opportunities that will favor the market growth in various segments on the basis of product type, consumer orientation, end use, price range, packaging, and sales channel over the next 10-years.

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As per a study by FMI, the global probiotic cosmetics market is projected to total US$ 594.7 Mn in 2031. In response to the growing emphasis on self-grooming, skincare, and appearance among men across the world, the market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 6.9% over the forecast period 2021-2031, in comparison to the 5.2% CAGR registered in the past half-decade.

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Rising awareness regarding the benefits of microbiomes in cosmetic and skincare products such as anti-aging, skin lightening, and efficient moisturizing is facilitating the growth in the market. Thus, increasing significance of maintaining a healthy skincare ritual among men and women alike owing to the increasing social media penetration is expected to spur the sales of probiotic cosmetics by more than 2X through 2031.

Citing this trend, a number of cosmetic companies are aiming at launching novel products that are probiotic in nature. For instance, AIME skincare, a leading skincare brand, announced expanding its portfolio by launching its probiotic-based skincare range The Simple Skin. It consists of probiotic cleansers, serums, and creams for all types of skin. A multiplicity of such product launches is expected to propel the demand for probiotic cosmetics, enabling the market register a year-on-year growth of 6.1% in 2021.

On the basis of product type, the facial care product segment is anticipated to outpace other products available in the market, accounting for more than 41% of the overall sales in 2021. Increasing demand for serums, masks, cream, and others for skincare and targeting specific skin concerns is favoring the growth in the market.

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"Rising popularity of cosmetics among millennial men and increasing adoption of probiotic skincare products for the treatment of dermatological concerns such as eczema, chronic inflammation, ichthyosis, and acne are expected to accelerate the growth in the market," says a FMI analyst.

Key Takeaways from Probiotic Cosmetics Market Study

The market in the U.S. is projected to register the fastest growth in North America, expanding at a CAGR of 3.8% over the assessment period.

The U.K. is expected to hold lead in the Europe market, accounting for more than 30.7% of the regional sales through 2021.

India is anticipated to hold the dominant share in the South Asia & Pacific market, accounting for over 30.6% of the value share in the region in 2021.

As per the price range, the premium (above US$60) segment is forecast to lead the market, surging at a robust CAGR of 8.7% between 2021 and 2031.

Key Drivers

Introduction of specialized cosmetics and skincare e-commerce platforms such as Nykaa, and the availability of a variety of products at tempting discounts across these platforms are spurring the sales of probiotic cosmetics in the online retailing segment.

Rising customer inclination towards the adoption of high-quality skincare and cosmetic products with minimal to no side effects is propelling the demand for probiotic cosmetics in the premium segment.

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Key Restraints

Stringent regulatory approval and cost-intensive certification process for novel cosmetics and personal care products are posing a challenge to market growth.

Use of cost-effective chemicals and moderate-quality ingredients in the production of economic range probiotic cosmetics is hindering the sales in the economy (below US$30) segment, as consumers are extensively looking for high quality and natural products.

Competitive Landscape

As per FMI, the leading players in the global market are anticipated to account for nearly 15% to 25% of the total market share through 2021.

Key companies are emphasizing on intensive research and development (R&D) activities for launching innovative products and services in the market. Some of the manufacturers are aiming at entering into a collaboration with spas, online beauty retailers, and other organizations to strengthen their footprint. For instance,

In 2019, Eminence Organic Skin Care, a natural cosmetic manufacturer, announced launching a stonecrop body products collection which includes body oil, body cream, body scrub, and others. The products are organic, natural, and biodynamic professional skincare in nature.

In September 2021, LAC2Biome S.r.l, a microbiome health startup based in Italy, announced introducing a new facial serum with a white label skincare blend, which contains hyaluronic acids and live probiotics. The new product launch will assist the company to expand its portfolio in probiotic cosmetics.

Some of the key players operating in the market profiled by FMI are:

L'Oreal SA

Procter & Gamble

Unilever Plc

Arbonne International LLC

KORRES SA

L'OCCITANE

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc

Amway

Andalou

Aurelia London.

BIOMILK Skincare

Columbia SkinCare.

EMINENCE ORGANIC SKIN CARE

LaFlore Probiotic Skincare

ESSE SKINCARE

Marie Veronique.

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The latest report by FMI provides a detailed analysis of the global probiotic cosmetics market, providing credible insights into key factor driving the market through 2021 and beyond. The study also disclosed growth projections on in probiotic cosmetics market with detailed segmentation:

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The link between inflammation and the risk of cancer is much studied currently. Inflammation originally evolved as the bodys response to various pathogens (such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites). A recent study carried out at Tampere University in Finland discovered that the expression of an allergy-related receptor chain for proinflammatory IL-13 cytokine (IL-13Ra1) protects against experimental skin cancer.

The key soluble transmitters of inflammation are a group of glycoproteins secreted by inflammatory cells called cytokines. In allergic diseases such as allergic asthma, atopic eczema and allergic rhinitis, the symptoms arise from what is known as the type 2 inflammatory response (type 2 inflammation). One of the key cytokines in type 2 inflammation is interleukin-13 (IL-13), which causes, among other things, bronchoconstriction, and increased mucus secretion in allergic asthma.

The basic finding of a recently published study is that the expression of the IL-13 receptor associated with allergic inflammation protects against experimental skin cancer; the tumors formed earlier and were more abundant in the absence of IL-13Ra1 than in its presence. Mice were used as experimental animals in the study. Murine T cells show little expression of the IL-13 receptor and, somewhat surprisingly, the study found that IL-13 receptor deficiency led to an increase in the number of immune-suppressing regulatory T cells during the development of skin cancer.

According to the researchers, this fits well with the idea that excessive regulatory T-cell activity, by inhibiting the immune response against tumour cells, may provide space for cancer to develop. While the exact mechanism remains unclear, it is clear that when the IL-13 receptor expression on the cell surface is absent during the development of cancer, the number of regulatory T cells increases, and the immune response is suppressed (skewed). This then may leave space for cancer cells to grow and form tumours.

The researchers also shed new light on the relationship between inflammation and cancer.

We made the interesting observation that IL-13 receptor deficiency leads to aberrant neovascularization in skin tumours. The abnormal accumulation of inflammatory cells after IL-13Ra1 deficiency strongly suggests that there is a chronic oxygen deficiency in the tumours associated with this abnormal new blood vessel formation. This potentially drives the formation of cancer, says ProfessorTero Jrvinen.

This is an interesting finding because cellular signalling via the IL-13 receptor has been considered a very specific allergy-related phenomenon. Our discovery that IL-13 signalling pathway might also potentially be very centrally involved in the regulation of cellular oxygen supply remains to be studied but might in some ways change our thinking about the role of immune defence in the fight against cancer. It would be straightforward to think that it is the IL-13 receptor that regulates the bodys immune defence (inflammatory response) against cancer, Jrvinen adds.

However, it is possible that the IL-13 receptor regulates tumour neovascularization and that the immune response is a secondary response to the lack of oxygen that develops in the tumour, Academy of Finland Research FellowIlkka Junttilacontinues.

Junttila and Jrvinen will therefore continue to investigate the current finding at the molecular level.

It is easy to see two new lines of research opening up in the wake of this finding: both the basic immunological effect of immune response on cancer development and the molecule-level role of IL-13Ra1 in it, and on the other hand the effect of the IL-13 receptor on neovascularization, Jrvinen and Junttila say.Reference:Salomaa T, Pemmari T, Mtt J, et al. IL-13R1 suppresses tumor progression in two-stage skin carcinogenesis model by regulating regulatory T cells. J Invest Dermatol. 2021;0(0). doi:10.1016/j.jid.2021.11.013

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Premiere Fitness opened 'Chill Out Cryo Therapy" a little more than one year ago.

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI)- A Northeast Mississippi gym is helping folks recover from injuries, while also introducing people to the many uses for cryo therapy.

Justin Pace has just finished a workout at Premiere Fitness and now hes stepping into the Cryo Chamber.

The 29 year old competes in bodybuilding contests and uses the cryo chamber at least two times a week.

It releases some muscle tension, helps with body water, makes you feel like a whole different person, said Pace.

Premiere Fitness opened Chill Out Cryo Therapy a little more than one year ago.

Kaitlyn Kincade is the manager and cryo technician at Chill Out.

Cryo therapy is the use of cold temperatures to reduce inflammation in the body, its very beneficial for reducing muscle soreness, joint pain, nerve pain, arthritis, any type of inflammation in the body that causes any type of stiffness, said Kincade.

The sessions are short. Clients spend three minutes in the whole body chamber, while the temperature reaches minus 160.

The whole body chamber isnt the only option.

This is our isolated cryo machine, for people who dont want to do the whole body chamber, they have a specific area they want worked on, I can use wand and hand held cryo treatments, cryo skin 3.0 , newest addition, uses heat and cold to break down fat cells in the body, its spot treatment. And this is our red light therapy machine, I see a lot of people coming in for issues like eczema and rosacea, said Kincade.

Like the whole body chamber, liquid nitrogen is used, but it is targeted to the face and neck for cryo facials.

Kincade says cryo treatments have grown in popularity for all ages.

We opened it up thinking it would be a benefit to our gym members but weve had a lot of the public support and community has really liked it so far, said Kincade.

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Members of a Cree family in northern Quebec saythey were in shock after police were called to a local medical clinicwherethey were trying to get help for a baby in distress in the middle of the night.

"I was shaking uncontrollably.I couldn't sleep. I couldn't eat," said the baby's mom, Jade Mukash, who lives in the fly-in Cree community of Whapmagoostui, Que., about 1,200 kilometre north of Montreal.

Eleven-month-old Slashhas eczema and was showing signs of an infection that he'd received antibiotics for before. Early Tuesday morning, after he'd been lethargic for two days, the family noticed Slash'sfeet and lips were blue, Mukash said.

At around 1 a.m., Mukash, 22, called the local medical clinic,run by the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay. Its staff includes Cree health care workers and many non-Indigenous nurses and doctors who often fly in on a rotating basis.

After initially refusing to see the boy, the nurse on duty eventually agreed over the phone that theycouldbring him in,Mukashsaid. But tensions escalated, and at one point during the phone call, the nurse said she felt "unsafe" and threatened to call police, Mukash said.

Mukash, along with her partner, Slash's father, and other family members brought the baby to the clinic. There were two nurses on duty, but no doctor, she said.

Mukash said tensions were still high at the clinicas she insisted during the consultation with the nurse that her son see a doctor who could prescribe antibiotics that had worked in the past. She saidnobody in her family at any point threatened or yelled atany of the clinic staff.

The nurse mentioned police again when the family was at the clinic, this time saying the doctor advised staff to call them, Mukashsaid. Police from two different jurisdictionsarrived, and the family left.

"I just keep reliving the fear of being forcibly removed from the clinic, just for trying to get antibiotics for my baby," said Mukash.

About 12 hours later, she returned to the clinic, where a doctor prescribed antibiotics for Slash, she said.

She said the experience has made her lose faith in the local clinic and believes her family was subjected to inadequate care and discrimination. She said one thing that made her suspect the family was being discriminated against wasthat clinic staff told them calling Cree police on a Cree family would be a conflict of interest.

"I knew there was discrimination at this point," she said.

Whapmagoostuiis located beside the Inuit community of Kuujjuarapik, and police from both forces were called to the clinic, Mukash said.

A spokesperson at the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay said the situation that occurred Tuesday isunder investigation and declined to comment further for now.

CBC called both police services and the director of operations at Whapmagoostui clinicto ask about the situation but had not heard back by the time of publication.

Mukash said the family has been besidethemselves with worry over the baby, who has been struggling withchronic diarrhea, low iron levels and suspected allergies in addition to eczema.

She said they have seen five different doctors at the Whapmagoostui clinic, but none wouldsend the family south to see a specialist, something the Cree health board does routinely. In 2018, there were 21,000 Cree patient visits to places such as Val d'Or, Chibougamau and Montreal to see medical specialists.

CreeHealth did sendMukash and Slashto see apediatrician in the Cree community ofChisasibi, Que., three weeks ago, after Mukash filed a complaint with the board over the challenges they'd experienced with Slash's health care, but there was still no referral to see a specialist.

Mukashhasnow filed another official complaint with the Cree health board about the Tuesday morning interaction, duringwhich police were called, she said.

The Mukash family had been raising money to get themselves to a pediatrician in Montreal when they learned they would finally be allowed onto a medical charter Thursday. They left forMontreal atnoon.

This is not the Mukash family's first challenge accessing care for a child with severe eczema.

Jade Mukash's seven-year-old sister, Legend,hashad a severe outbreak of eczema for many months, according to Natasia Mukash, Legend and Jade's mom.

"She started a small patch on her face, and then it spread to her whole face, her neck and her arms, and then her hands and her fingers," said NatasiaMukash. Most recently, itspread to her eyelids and ears.

It got to the point where Legend was unable to move and attend school, her mom said.

"No matter how many times we would call the clinic to ask for help we would just be told, 'Oh, it's just eczema. It's just eczema'," said NatasiaMukash.

She said the Cree health board should share more information with parents about traditional medicines.

"[Cree health board officials]don't seem to talk about it, and we need to," said NatasiaMukash.

After several painful months, the family finally found its way to local elders who taught them how to use and prepare traditional treatments with bear grease, tamarack and Labradortea leaves, she said.

Asked about this concern, aCree health boardspokesperson said on the guidance of Nishiiyuua council of elders within theboardit is careful about what it shares online aboutCree traditional medicines and that it'sbest to be guided by a knowledgeable healer. The health board does, however, have information about some traditional medicines on its website.

But NatasiaMukash saidthe boardneeds to do more, because not everyone has access toknowledge keepers. She alsosaidLegendis doing much better since they started with themedicine and followed advice from elders to eat a more traditional diet.

"It's such a simple thing ... to see your child singing and dancing and jumping," said Natasia Mukash. "But just to see her doing that is the most amazing thing to me."

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A woman has taken to social media to share the realities of living with painful eczema all over her face.

Elise Loubatieres-Phan Ngoc has spent the majority of her life trying to hide her flaky and cracked skin.

But now aged 32, Elise has finally accepted her appearance and is showing other eczema sufferers that they're not alone.

The full-time content creator from London told the Daily Star: "I get stared at when I go out, I feel so self-conscious. I'm so glad for masks because I can actually hide some of it but my eyes get quite swollen and crusty and the same with my hairline.

"It's reached the point now where I just don't care. So I go out and I'll have flaky arms and if anyone asks anything I'll just tell them it's an autoimmune disease."

While Elise takes the time to share the details of her skin condition with her followers online, she explained that it isn't her job to educate people when she's out in public.

Now she isn't letting the stares bother her and embracing the skin she is in.

"I've just been fed up with hiding away. I'm 32 and in the last two years I've become more comfortable but I spent 30 years of my life hiding and I'm sick of it," she explained.

Elise was born with eczema, which is a common condition that causes patches of skin that are itchy, inflamed or have a rash-like appearance.

People have differing levels of eczema, with Elise's being so bad she is often in pain.

She goes through various flare-ups, with the current one having gone on for three months so far.

"This three-month flare-up has caused depression. For me, the mental toll of eczema is more intense than the physical," the influencer shared.

"My doctor wants to put me on antidepressants and that's fully due to this flare up and people don't realise that. It's relentless."

Elise explained that change in weather is also a trigger, which is why going into autumn and winter is especially hard.

Stress is also a major factor, as is diet, which is why Elise tries to avoid eating gluten and dairy.

Elise has spent her whole life dealing with her painful skin and sometimes it feels neverending.

"Physically I'm in pain most of the time if I haven't lathered my skin in ointments or creams," she said.

"If I don't put cream on my ear it cracks open and bleeds and then I'm at risk of infection. It's extremely uncomfortable and then I'm very self-conscious so I don't go out a lot when I'm like this.

"People don't understand the mental side of it, people think it's just a bit of dry skin but it's not, it's all-encompassing.

"My life has been completely taken over by this in the last few months, I can't work because I need my face but my face is falling apart."

Elise explained that she had been on various atopical steroid creams for 30 years but decided in 2020 to stop using them completely.

She said that this is because she found out that they're meant to only be a short term solution.

"After 30 years of using them I've got scarring and I've got thin skin. The inner crease of the arm where you get eczema when I tan that does not tan," the 32-year-old said.

"That will just be a patch of bleached skin, which is from overusing steroids for many many years."

Elise said that this is because she didn't know any better, she was just listening to the advice of her GP.

After extensive research, she decided in September last year to stop using steroid creams completely.

"I said to myself I cannot keep going through this cycle of it getting better than it getting worse," Elise said.

"I went through atopical steroid withdrawal last year and that was intense. It can be worse than eczema itself."

Elise wants to spread awareness about the realities of what living with eczema can be like.

For some, the skin condition can be completely life-altering.

"I've had a lot of people tell me they've had to take time off because of their skin," she said.

"People try and make you feel better by saying 'it doesn't look that bad' but it diminishes the experience of what you're going through.

"I can't even wear makeup, I just want to wear a bit of makeup and I can't do that. It sounds silly but that's a massive part of my life, trying on makeup is part of my job."

Elise started posting videos on TikTok about her experience with eczema three weeks ago and her account has been skyrocketing ever since.

She has been bombarded with messages from young people who are facing the same issues, and Elise said she is happy to be a role model for them.

The influencer added: "The number of messages I have received from teenagers in the last week or so has been incredible, they've been saying things like 'Thanks so much, I look like this and I used to be embarrassed to go to school.'

"All of the comments are like 'I've never seen someone with skin like mine.' Social media has been great at connecting people who are going through the same thing, it's like a support group."

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TULSA, Okla. The Braums an Affair of the Heart event is back this weekend.

Vendors spent the day setting up at the Tulsa County Fairgrounds. This show is celebrating 26 years but it wont be as large as it normally is.

An Affair of the Heart is a show full of artists, craftsmen, boutiques, and other small businesses.

Its not your grandmother's craft show. It is a shopping marketplace offering all various categories of an item, Kristin Ware, Braums an Affair of the Heart show promoter said.

Due to pandemic hardships, event organizers say it will be smaller, but the 520 vendors wont be as limited by COVID protocols.

The 2020 shows were much smaller and much harder," said Ware. "We were lucky that we still got to have those with a lot of contingencies: spacing, masking, that type of thing. We were really able to get away from that this year.

Even though it's a little smaller, theres still a variety of items to shop for.

Jamie Crouch, owner of Solid Rock Soap Company, uses this event to get face-to-face with her customers.

We get the opportunities at these in-person events, now that these are opening back up, to get to meet the individuals and hear their story," Crouch said. "We get to hear about their little ones that maybe have eczema or psoriasis and how our soaps and lotions have helped or how we can help them. Its great for that human connection which I think is so important.

Plus, with the holidays coming, its a great way to get ahead on gift shopping.

Weve got custom gift sets. We can do it right here in the booth at these shows. You can come through and pick what you like. We have pre-done gift sets, Crouch said.

No matter what you are shopping for, the goal is to encourage everyone to shop locally and support small businesses.

This is how our business continues to grow and thrive," Crouch said. "So when you shop small youre really impacting those business owners' lives.

Tickets for an Affair of the Heart can be bought online or at the door.

The show opens Friday morning at 9 a.m. and runs through Sunday evening.

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