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Making life easier for people with eczema

For over 40 years we have been raising awareness, offering help and funding research into eczema; a debilitating, long-term & life-changing health condition for many of us.

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Eczema by anatomical region

Learn about types of eczema by where they commonly affect our bodies.

Types of Eczema

Information about the various types of eczema by their medically accurate terms.

Triggers for eczema

Explore what can trigger your eczema so you’re aware of what to expect next time.

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Explore all of the fun ways you can support our vital work. We rely on fundraising and donations to fund everything that we do to make life better for people with eczema and receive no government funding.

The stories of people who live with eczema and how we've helped them on their journey

CEO
Andrew Proctor

Andrew joined as Chief Executive in March 2018 and has worked in the voluntary sector for over 15 years. He believes passionately in people having the right information and advice to make informed choices about their health, and in supporting people to self-manage their health conditions effectively.

Health Content Lead
Eleanor Martin

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Finance Lead
Hayley Watts

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Dermatology Nurse Adviser
Julie Van Onselen

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Research Engagement Lead
Charlene Murphy

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Head of Development
Roy Stannard

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Downloadable Booklets

We continue to produce a wide range of downloadable, evidence-based booklets about eczema and treatments. All information is evidence–based, reflecting current research evidence and clinical guidelines. They are reviewed periodically by experienced doctors and nurses.

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Why our work matters

1 in 10
Adults in the UK suffer from eczema
1.5m
People have Aetopic Eczema
1 in 5
Children in the UK have eczema
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We are 200% committed to making life better for people with eczema and their families. We do this by providing expert information and advice needed to manage eczema well.

We are 200% committed to making life better for people with eczema and their families. We do this by providing expert information and advice needed to manage eczema well.

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Get involved & support the eczema community

Explore all of the fun ways you can support our vital work. We rely on fundraising and donations to fund everything that we do to make life better for people with eczema and receive no government funding.

Anatomical Regions

Eczema affects people in different ways and on different parts of the body, but this will help get you started if you aren’t sure what medical type of eczema you have. Click a region based on where it affects you to begin.

Hands

Eczema types that commonly affect the hands are listed here, alongside related treatments and triggers to help you understand more about how it affects the hands and what you can do to manage the condition.

Advancing eczema knowledge and care through research

We’re on an exciting mission to transform the lives of those living with eczema. By partnering with top researchers and the eczema community, we’re driving forward ground-breaking studies and innovative solutions.

Advancing eczema knowledge and care through research

We’re on an exciting mission to transform the lives of those living with eczema. By partnering with top researchers and the eczema community, we’re driving forward ground-breaking studies and innovative solutions.

Advancing eczema knowledge and care through research

We’re on an exciting mission to transform the lives of those living with eczema. By partnering with top researchers and the eczema community, we’re driving forward ground-breaking studies and innovative solutions.

Meet Chloe

University student Chloe was in and out of hospital between the ages of 14 and 17. Her experiences, and the lack of understanding of the impact of eczema on her well-being, led her to explore ways to help others going through similar experiences. Read her story to understand more about how eczema affects teenagers and what parents can do to help.

Meet Chloe

University student Chloe was in and out of hospital between the ages of 14 and 17. Her experiences, and the lack of understanding of the impact of eczema on her well-being, led her to explore ways to help others going through similar experiences. Read her story to understand more about how eczema affects teenagers and what parents can do to help.

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