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Seasonal skin – does weather affect your psoriasis?

Many people say their psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis changes with the seasons, for example, drier and itchier in cold weather, or more irritated by heat, sweat or sun.

You might find yourself using thicker moisturisers in winter, being more careful with hot showers and indoor heating, or focusing more on sun protection and clothing in summer.

How are you doing?

This week on the forum: how are you really doing?

Living with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis can mean good days, bad days, and a lot of days in between. Some weeks it’s the skin, some weeks it’s the joints, mood, work, family – or all of it at once.

How has this week been for you so far?

  • Are your skin or joints better, worse, or about the…
Personal Independence Payment

I have psoriasis and wanted to know if pip claim is an option?

Constant dry skin and dandruff

I have managed to get my scalp patches under control but I am left with constant dry skin and dandruff and I really don’t know what to do. I can’t touch my head without flakes dropping onto my clothes. I use Betacap on flare ups and use a shampoo but dont know what to do for the best now. I hate it. How do I know what I should I do next.

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