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Psoriasis In The Summer


Summer is coming and this is mostly a good time of year for Psoriasis and eczema sufferers. The humidity helps with the dry, flaky skin and the sunlight helps to reduce the skin patches. However, it’s also a time that causes a lot of anxiety because baring your skin with shorts, skirts, t-shirts and sandals can be a bit daunting if your skin has been flaring up recently. So, here are a few tips for getting out into the sun and taking care of yourself and your skin in the most natural and careful way.

Sunlight

Sunlight is the number one reason for psoriasis improvements during the Summer. But, don’t forget that getting burned can trigger a flare up and that’s the last thing you want. So, never sunbathe in direct sunlight for more than 15 minutes. It’s better to start with 5 minutes per day with sunscreen on all the other parts of your body.    Increase this time gradually to 15 minutes and beyond that, make sure you have sunscreen all over including your psoriasis patches.

There are sunscreen brands that are specific for sensitive skin and we recommend the following:

ThinkSport Sunscreen 50 SPF
Badger Sport Sunscreen SPF 35

Neither of these contain harsh toxic or carcinogenic chemicals and are paraben and phthalate free. They contain high levels of natural zinc oxide (which does make the cream a bit thicker) and are well documented to be very good options for psoriasis and eczema sufferers.

Clothing

Wear loose, breathable clothing. Cotton is the most comfortable textile material available. It’s a natural fibre so the use of chemicals is minimal, and the better moisture management properties of cotton prevents overheating of the skin and stops your clothes from sticking to your skin in the way that nylon, polyester and other synthetics will.

For underwear, it is necessary to avoid wearing nylon or polyester as the fibres don’t absorb sweat.   Sweating under nonabsorbent fabric can allow microorganisms to thrive on the skin and induce itching and irritation.    Replace synthetic underwear with better sweat absorbent fabric like Cotton or Rayon.

Sweating is actually very good for you because your skin eliminates toxins from your body in the form of sweat, so sweating is not the culprit.    However, when you combine sweat with synthetic clothing, things can get very uncomfortable.

Wear light coloured clothes to make psoriasis patches less noticeable. White is always the best colour if you suffer from scalp psoriasis.

Prevent Insect Bites

Bites from mosquitos and other insects can aggravate psoriasis — so can insect repellents that contain Deet.   Deet can be a skin irritant which can aggravate psoriasis symptoms

Stay indoors at dusk, when insects are most active or use citronella candles to help keep mosquitoes away. If you do need a repellent, try a brand that has little or no DEET.   We recommend Smidge Deet Free Insect Repellent.

Moisturise

Heat and sweat can cause your psoriasis to feel worse, especially on your face and scalp. It will be very tempting to use air conditioning whenever you can, but this can dry the skin out. If you are spending time in air-conditioned spaces, make sure that you moisturise deeply and regularly. Try using our M-Folia popular Psoriasis Scalp Oil or Psoriasis Treatment Cream

Or our best selling Psoriasis Treatment Set for Hair, Scalp & Body

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Relax

It’s common knowledge that stress is a big factor for psoriasis sufferers. Take this time to relax, de-stress and reduce the pressure in your life. Take a holiday if you can or chill out in your garden making plenty of time for yourself. Most of all have a great Summer!

 

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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