I don't have Ps but seb dermatitis, something much less severe, red flaky spots, non-itching. I exercise, eat moderately, sleep, etc. I tried going without even a Guinness for a month but no improvement. Must I abstain longer to test if it is alcohol? I have a nightcap every evening, and several on weekends.

(No need for anyone to suggest meds from dermatologists or natural treatments. I have a long list that have failed.)

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Maybe for Psoriasis, but for dermatitis, this and similar didn't work. Been there, done that. That's a steroid like doctors sling out when there is no clear treatment, and most patients have learned it is a vicious circle to avoid. I've even tried non-steroids.

I still use raw honey for cleansing and cold-pressed coconut oil for moisturizing, instead of commercial products and they help but do not stop the symptoms. That's why I was wondering whether it is alcohol even in moderate amounts, but how long to stop to test the suspicion, I don't know. Also, I know non-drinkers who have this condition.


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Both of these are steroids. Salicylic acid is a skin exfoliant like in cosmetic face washes. These of course remove the top layers which help relieve symptoms temporarily, but in the long run your skin is getting thinner and thinner. My dermatitis is worst where the skin flakes off and leaves a raw red spot which feels like no skin covering at all. I worry that some psoriasis people may get the same thing after using steroids for years.

Nevermind, keep reporting anything that helps because the internet is full of information but it is good to know what works in our climate, with our diet, and what's available in our market.

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Supermarket ones are about Rm$18 for small bottle, which should last you for months. It is clear colourless, no chemicals from processing, very light smell, not unpleasant. Stays fresh at room temperature, hardens in fridge.
You can use it to cook or even some people swallow a spoonful every day because of health benefits.

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Has anybody with psoriasis tried the non-prescription EgoPsoryl cream available at pharmacies? I am curious because the milder EgoDerm is a soothing non-oil moisturizer that lessens the redness and smoothens the flaking of my dermatitis.

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Supermarket, near olive oils, small bottle RM18 will last for months, maybe years.

Yes, we know that, thanks.

BTW, hint for those who are trying it for the first time:

Get a very small container wide enough to rub your finger across the bottom. Put in small amount of vco and keep in fridge. It will harden and turn milky white. When you want to apply, get a tiny amount with fingertip or scrape onto back of your nail, then rub onto skin lightly. It will absorb and disappear into the skin very quickly and leave no shininess. If you use it in warm liquid form, it will be oily and too much may cause breakouts.

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