Another Success Story: Reversing Eczema
Here at Amethyst Holistic Skin Solutions, we celebrate every success story. Here’s what we heard this week from “Bob,” a client who had struggled to...
Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman and Amethyst Holistic Health Solutions bring you the latest information on skin health, TCM herbal medicine, and lifestyle tips that can help you reach your health and wellness goals. Below is a complete list of our articles and media posts:
How Eczema Changed My Life
Anyone with serious eczema will tell you that it changes their life. But my experience led to a career change. Here’s what happened. My Journey...
Good News from Amethyst Holistic Skin Solutions!
It’s been a busy few months here at Amethyst and now we have three announcements to share. Is there a DOCTOR in the house? Why...
Is Herbal Medicine Safe?
Before I opened my practice, I spent weeks researching herbal companies to examine how they sourced their herbs, what they measured to ensure quality, what...
CASE STUDY: Psoriasis and Herbal Medicine
Situation When Rebecca* and I first met via video conferencing, she had suffered from plaque psoriasis for over 20 years. The lesions covered every part...
Eczema Herpeticum: What You Should Know
Eczema Herpeticum (EH) is a painful, contagious skin rash usually caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Some eczema patients have an EH eruption; so it’s...
Eczema/TSW: Why Are Nights So Rough?
If you have eczema or topical steroid withdrawal, nighttime can be tough. Some people notice an increased feeling of warmth that then leads to increased...
Sunscreen: Why Skin Color Matters
One of the most common misconceptions among people with dark skin is that their melanin infused skin blocks all harmful UV rays. While it’s true...
“Does This Product/Treatment/Diet Work?”
Many eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) patients learn of various products or treatments or diets via Facebook support groups that have helped other patients...