Everything You Need to Know About Psoriasis


With all the information written about  Psoriasis, it can get a little overwhelming so we’ve summed it all up here as simply as we can.

Psoriasis affects around 2% of people in the UK. It can start at any age, but most often develops in adults under 35 years old and affects men and women equally.

The severity of Psoriasis varies greatly from person to person. For some it’s just a minor irritation, for others it can majorly affect their quality of life, and in some extreme cases this disease can be a continual lifelong battle.

But what causes Psoriasis?

The exact cause of Psoriasis is not known, however it is mostly thought to be an autoimmune disorder. This means that the immune system, which is your body’s defence against diseases and infections, attacks healthy skin cells by mistake. Normally, skin cells are made and replaced every 3 to 4 weeks, but with Psoriasis this process only takes about 3 to 7 days. The resulting build-up of skin cells create the patches associated with Psoriasis.

How do you cure Psoriasis?

There is no known cure for Psoriasis and the symptoms of Psoriasis can often develop or become worse with certain triggers such as infections that weaken the immune system, skin injuries or excessive stress and tension. Triggers vary from person to person and the symptoms can vary from a few spots of dandruff-like scaling to major eruptions that cover larger areas.

Psoriasis tends to come and go in cycles. Flaring for weeks, sometimes months and then subsiding. Sometimes the symptoms of Psoriasis can go into complete remission permanently or until another trigger starts the whole process again. Further complications can develop for some people such as psoriatic arthritis which starts with pain and swelling in the joints and connective tissue.

Applying M-Folia Psoriasis Cream

What treatment options are available?

There are various treatments available to help manage the symptoms and these range from topical creams, steroid treatments, PUVA courses and sometimes immunosuppressant medication. What is often overlooked is the necessity to incorporate lifestyle habits, stress coping strategies and nutritional guidelines.

Psoriasis sufferers are starting to learn about and understand the long-term difficulties that strong medications can cause and are trying to find ways to manage their symptoms holistically, using meditations, plant-based diets and natural skin care products.

We started our own full range of M-Folia products using 100% pure extract of Mahonia Aquifolium (Oregon Grape Root) after coming across some exciting clinical trial and research results for psoriasis sufferers using this amazing plant extract.

Shop our range of Psoriasis and Eczema creams and ointments.

 

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I have recently been diagnosed with psoriasis and was looking for something that I could treat it with that wasn't a prescription medicine. I came across M Folia and thought I would give the lotion and cream a try. My parcel arrived on the date expected and was well packaged. I decided to use the products before going to bed for the night in place of my Vitamin D cream but I wasn't prepared for the results I saw in the morning. My skin looked pink and rosy and the dry flaky patches were moisturised. Over the next few day's use my psoriasis really started to clear up to the point where I just now have a few red areas which I am still treating. The cream has a lovely feel and doesn't leave your skin greasy. Overall, I am very satisfied with M Folia.
Maria Page
Maria Page
2021-02-03
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Let me just start by saying I never actually leave reviews for anything but I made an account just to leave one for this company! I have been suffering with scalp psoriasis for nearly 12 years and till today nothing has helped me from prescribed medication to otc products, one flick of my hair and it was like snow was dropping from my head :( , I am soooo grateful to have come across m-folia my psoriasis has calmed right down the itchiness has gone and no more white snow (scales) are dropping of, after the first use I felt like my scalp was finally able to breathe :D will never use anything else but their products..will be placing my next order very soon :) x
Fs.x
Fs.x
2021-01-24
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My daughter has suffered with this condition over 20 years. I have seen her in a terrible state, with it coming up all over her. She is a hairdresser by trade and so is very conscious of her hair. Within one night of using the products I purchased it had all cleared up. UNBELIEVABLE PRODUCT. Would highly recommend to anyone. She is so different. thank you.
Jackie Fedrick
Jackie Fedrick
2020-12-21
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M-Folia this Cream Is A Very Good This I need a lot I want to take this cream from you. This cream will expect me to do much of the cream
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2020-12-06
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I have endured psoriasis for 30 years but very mildly on scalp and outer ears. My son(57),daughter(60),grandson(35),daughter(30) also suffer on various parts of the body. I am not aware of previous generations suffering, though information is scant. I have tried many things over the years. Most recently a beconase steroidal liquid and capsal shampoo. Having now used your product for about 2 months I feel that I have at last found something which leaves me much less itchy and generally in a much improved situation. I cannot say that is has "all gone" because it hasn't, but I am , as I said feeling hopeful for the future. Which, at 87, is saying a lot! From the family's situation each person seems to react differently to the condition and to the medications, which leads me to think that each case has to be handled individually. What works for one may often not work for another. I have one question. The flesh toned cream. Is it suitable for putting on my outer ears? I hope this is helpful Bruce Henderson
Bruce Henderson
Bruce Henderson
2020-12-03
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Brilliant service and brilliant product, this is the only conditioner that works on my itchy scalp. I do find that it works better if after shampooing I leave a very small amount directly on to the itchy areas of my scalp.
R C
R C
2020-11-20
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Bought the scalp oil & shampoo...I do think it is certainly helping the condition of my scalp...would recommend trying. Will continue using & see what my hairdresser thinks on next haircut due in few weeks time. Efficient service too..super speedy.
Gill
Gill
2020-10-30
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Wonderful products I had an outbreak on my scalp about 30 years ago. I talked it through with my GP at the time who had heard about MFolia benefits and after a long search for good products found Taylor Jackson. I used the scalp oil, the shampoo and the conditioner at first and when it cleared, I carried on using shampoo and conditioner. Although all symptoms have disappeared, I have only used these ever since. These are great products and importantly are SLS free. The multipacks are great value too. I definitely recommend these products. Whenever I have needed to speak to customer services they are friendly and always very helpful.
Janine Lajudie
Janine Lajudie
2020-10-12
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I have had psoriasis since i was a teenager and have been prescribed all sorts of products (including steriod creams) that never worked/helped. I discovered M.folia whilst browsing the internet and have been using it now for many years. I no longer have any plaques on my body just some stubborn patches on my scalp which i treat with the scalp oil, shampoo and conditioner. These are great products; they soothe and damp down any outbreaks i may get, smell fresh and most importantly to me are SLS free. The company is easy to deal with, customer services are friendly, quick to respond and always very helpful.
Helen and Alan Hawkins
Helen and Alan Hawkins
2020-10-08