October marks Eczema Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a condition that affects millions, often silently. Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) isn’t just dry, itchy skin, for many, it’s an ongoing challenge that impacts not only the body but also self-esteem, relationships, and mental health.
In the UK, eczema affects approximately 1 in 10 adults who live with the condition. Among children, these rates are even higher and at some stage eczema affects around 1 in 5. Globally, up to 3% of adults may have eczema (atopic dermatitis).
These numbers highlight that eczema is far from rare, many of your friends, family members, or colleagues might know this struggle all too well.
The Impact is Beyond the Skin
Eczema doesn’t just flare on the skin, it can take a toll on the mind too as research suggests 50 % of adults with eczema may be diagnosed with or show signs of anxiety or depression in the past year.
The visual and physical discomfort (itching, flares, redness) can affect self-image, confidence, social participation, sleep quality, dating, work life, and more. Many report feeling self-conscious, isolated, or frustrated often silently.
All this underscores what’s already understood by those living with eczema: it’s not just skin deep.
Managing Eczema: How we Help in Clinic
While there is no permanent cure for eczema, our role is to help you manage, reduce flare-ups, support barrier repair, and improve the quality of your skin. At Veriderm Aesthetics and Laser, here’s how we approach it (with trusted protocols and professional care):
1. Tailored professional treatments and medical-grade skincare
We use pharmaceutical grade products and solutions for their scientifically backed results and solutions. The Skin Balance line is designed for sensitive and sensitised skin, helping strengthen barrier function and calm irritation.
We combine such topicals with in-clinic protocols (peels, skin boosters, active ingredient delivery) where appropriate, always tailored to each client’s skin tolerance and condition. With an emphasis on a combination approach of consistent home care and professional treatments = better, more sustained results.
2. Mesotherapy or micro-injection techniques
We may use mesotherapy (superficial micro-injections) to deliver calming, nourishing actives such as vitamins, peptides, and amino acids deeper into the skin. This supports barrier health, hydration, and repair without aggressive interventions.
3. Supportive care, education & trigger control
Identifying and minimising external triggers such as environmental, skincare, allergens, stress is a core part of our approach. We guide clients in maintenance routines, gentle cleansing, moisturisation, and use of the right protective barrier products.
We also closely monitor progress, adjust treatments as needed, and provide ongoing support because managing eczema is a journey, not a one-time fix.
If you or someone you know is living with eczema and feeling the weight of its effects be it physically or emotionally, you are not alone. During Eczema Awareness Month, we encourage open conversations, seeking help, and adopting care methods tailored to your skin’s needs.
If you’re interested in exploring how our clinic can help you manage and improve your skin’s comfort, strength, and confidence, feel free to get in touch.
Let’s work together toward calmer, healthier skin.