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woman holding skin cream

A molecule in your skin may explain why some cosmetics cause rashes

3 January 2020

People’s skin can become inflamed when they wear cosmetics because a molecule in the skin triggers an immune response – but the reaction may be reversible
A child being held by parents looking into the sun

Sunshine seems to protect babies from eczema - but we don't know why

26 October 2018

Sunshine seems to prevent babies from getting eczema and is more effective than vitamin D supplements, but moderation is advised due to the risk of skin damage

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