How Are Herbal Medicines Prepared for Acne?
In a previous article, How does TCM customize treatment for ACNE? we delved into how we match herbal formulas ingredients to a person’s individual acne presentation at...
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a safe, natural choice for those suffering from chronic and severe skin conditions, and is proven effective. Learn more through the articles below:
Healing ACNE: How long will herbal medicine take?
One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my Acne?” This is a very...
Podcast: Treating Eczema with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman joins host Abby Lai of Eczema Conquerors as she speaks on how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) works and the healing process.
FAQs: Switching from Cyclosporine to Herbal Medicine
Many eczema patients have been using a class of immunosuppressants called Cyclosporine. Some patients see great results with these drugs but some experience negative side...
How Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approaches Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)
Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman speaks to the International Topical Steroird Addiction Network (ITSAN) about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how this ancient medicine can treat modern skin conditions like Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW).
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...
Teenage Acne: Moms, Don’t Let It Run Its Course!
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions among people of all age groups, but it can be especially troublesome during the teenage years....
Herbal Medicine: How Long to Heal Eczema?
One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my eczema?” This is a very...
What Does Herbal Medicine Taste Like?
When I show patients a typical dosage of herbal medicine, a plastic sachet of vacuum-packed brown colored liquid that looks like a cell phone sized...