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Why Fragrance-Free Skincare is Here To Stay

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Use good sense when it comes to skincare scents

Gardiner Family Apothecary use only the purest, gentlest, most natural ingredients in our Ovelle and Elave skincare formulations. For 86 years, we have been sharing expert advice on the best solutions for dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin. So, we know that when it comes to skincare, less is much, much more!

From Dermatitis to Safe and Soft Hands

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Dermatitis comes in many forms and has many causes, but it is not contagious. Three common types of this condition are atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis and contact dermatitis. Hand dermatitis is a common skin irritation that manifests in dry, itchy skin and rashes. The skin can also ooze, blister or flake off. In extreme cases, there can be pain and swelling of the fingers.

The Ravages of Winter Weather on Sensitive Irish Skin

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A new Irish Winter Skincare Survey undertaken by Gardiner Family Apothecary reveals that 7 out of 10 people here report having dry, sensitive and eczema/psoriasis prone skin that is easily damaged by cold winter weather.

Sensitive Irish Winter Skin

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In a winter skin survey carried out by Gardiner Family Apothecary, makers of the Elave and Ovelle skincare ranges, 7 out of 10 people reported having dry, sensitive and eczema/psoriasis prone skin. This is not surprising when you consider that around 80% of the island’s population have Type I and II skin.

Winter Facial Skincare Specifics

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In Ireland, 8 out of 10 people have Type I and II skin – that is, fine, fair, freckly and sensitive. Winter weather can be particularly harsh on Celtic skin, with temperature fluctuations and cold winds stripping moisture and oil from the skin barrier, drying it even further and leaving it vulnerable to itching, cracking and redness.

Autumn Skincare

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Hot chocolate, brisk walks, blazing fires …. eczema. For all the seasonal joys of autumn, there is a huge downside for people with sensitive skin.

Age & Your Skin

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Skin is the largest organ on the human body. It is a living, flexible, yet stable barrier that offers protection against moisture, cold, sun, germs and toxins. It also plays a vital role in temperature regulation, through blood vessels and sweating. On average, your skin weighs 6lbs and will regenerate itself every 27 days. Taking care of your skin is vital to protect its health and vitality.

Psoriasis - Information and Tips For You

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Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects around 74,000 people in Ireland and, like eczema, is linked to your immune system. Sometimes psoriasis and eczema can be difficult to tell apart and a test is required, but often your doctor will be able to tell which you have simply by looking at the condition of your skin.

Itchy Skin Solutions

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Itchy skin is something we all experience from time to time – sometimes for no reason that we can pinpoint. It is irritating, but not usually serious and can be treated at home, with advice from your pharmacist or GP if you suffer from dry and sensitive skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis or rosacea.

Hand Care Solutions

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Between gardening, cleaning, painting and puttering around your hands get exposed to a lot. What can you to do make sure they don’t look like they’ve been through a boxing match

Men's Skin Health

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It wasn’t so many years ago that it was difficult to find skincare products for men on the shelves of your local pharmacy. Irish men have tended to keep their skincare simple and to a minimum. However, in recent years taking care of your skin has become just as important to men as it has always been to women.

Scalp & Hair Care

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If you have a dry, red, itchy scalp that sheds white flakes, you could have scalp eczema. Even if you do not have symptoms of eczema anywhere else on your body, you can get it on your scalp. Scalp eczema (cradle cap) tends to affect babies under the age of 3 months. It usually clears up completely between the ages of 6 months and 1 year, but it can return during puberty.

Children's Sun Cream

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Children need some sun exposure so that their bodies can make vitamin D, which helps the body absorb calcium for healthier bones. But it doesn’t take long to get all the vitamin D you need – around 20 minutes, a couple of times a week, will do it. On the other hand, too much unprotected exposure to ultraviolet rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system suppression, and skin cancer.

Baby Skincare Conditions

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red, crusty patches on your baby's skin, usually appearing in the first six months of life. It is a very common complaint and children often outgrow it, but it is important to identify triggers for flare-ups and manage the condition appropriately. Babies can get it anywhere on their body, but it most commonly affects their cheeks and the joints of their arms and legs.

Beauty & UV

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Another year, another wrinkle! We like to blame ageing skin on the passing of the years, but is acquiring wrinkles, fine lines and pigmentation inevitable as we get older? The answer is no, it isn’t. The truth is that the main culprit in regard to age-related woes is photoaging – damage done to the dermis by exposure to sunlight and ultraviolet (UV) light.

What is Eczema? And How Can We Care For It?

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Eczema, or atopic dermatitis as it is also known, is a dry skin condition that affects one in four children and one in 10 adults in Ireland – a huge leap from previous generations. We don’t know exactly what is causing this increase, but medical experts believe it is what we are literally pumping into our environment and putting on to our skin.

Baby's First Skincare Routine

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We expect baby skin to be perfect when, in fact, we should expect lumps, bumps, spots and rashes - and an infant who is occasionally cranky due to things like dry skin, cradle cap and nappy rash. Since 1 in 4 children born in Ireland develops eczema, it is important to treat baby’s skin right, right from the start.

Pregnancy & Baby Skincare

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We expect the skin of newborns to be smooth, soft and smell lovely, all the time. The truth is that baby’s skin can sometimes be dry, sensitive, flaky – and even discoloured – especially in those early days. As a mum who wants the best for your bundle, you agonize over what to do, what to use, and when to do it.

Acne Prone Skin

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Acne is a very common inflammatory skin condition characterised by spots, blackheads and whiteheads. It often starts in early teens, for most people it tends to resolve by the late teens or early twenties, but it can last for longer and may develop for the first time in people in their late twenties or even the thirties

Rosacea

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Rosacea is a common, long-term skin condition involving inflammation of the skin on the face. The exact cause of rosacea is unknown, and it affects twice as many women as men, although it is usually more severe in men.

Psoriasis

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Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition characterised by skin cells that multiply up to ten times faster than normal. The extra skin cells form thick, silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches that are sometimes painful. It typically occurs on the knees, elbows and scalp, and can also affect the torso, palms and soles of the feet.

Dermatitis

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Dermatitis is a general term that describes an inflammation of the skin. Dermatitis can have many causes and occurs in many forms. It usually involves an itchy rash on swollen, reddened skin. Skin affected by dermatitis may blister, ooze, develop a crust or flake off.

Eczema

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Eczema is a skin condition caused by inflammation of the skin that can appear on any part of the body. Atopic dermatitis, also known as atopic eczema, is the most common form of the many forms of eczema and often runs in families.

Sensitive Skin

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Sensitive skin is a common complaint that is on the increase globally, especially among women. Central heating, air conditioning, hot and cold weather, harsh chemicals, and skincare and cosmetic products, can all irritate sensitive skin.

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