Your Eczema Stories

Sophie is 21 and, alongside her pageant journey, is a skin health advocate who has lived with eczema since childhood. She recently competed in Miss Great Britain while in the middle of a severe flare, finishing as First Runner-Up and winning the Fashion Award! Read her story in her own words.

Natalia, who is competing in the Miss GB beauty pageant, has battled with eczema her whole life. Her bravery to compete is truly remarkable - because one of the hardest things any of us can do is to love ourselves and be proud of who we are, exactly as we are. Natalia asked to share her story with us, and we are delighted to do so.

Hannah ran the AJ Bell Great Bristol 10K in aid of Eczema UK, raising £260 and achieving a new personal best of 1:07:40. Here, in her own words, she shares the story behind her race.

Wrestler Vinnie Kray has lived with eczema since his teenage years. It's been a part of his life, but suddenly things "escalated to the point where I was hospitalised for two nights due to a severe flare-up," he says. It was during that time in hospital that Vinnie decided to turn his experience into something positive, and that's when he came up with the idea for Ultimate British Wrestling's Superbrawl, in support of Eczema UK.

At 22, Toby has spent most of his life managing severe eczema. He has endured painful flare-ups, infections, and sleepless nights that left him exhausted and without hope. This year he’s running the London Marathon for National Eczema Society to raise awareness for eczema and those it affects.

At 20, Isla is currently studying Sports Management and Coaching at the University of Bath, and loves the outdoors, hiking and travelling. She has experienced lived with eczema all of her life and is running the London Marathon for National Eczema Society to raise awareness of a condition she knows is so much more than dry skin.

Oscar has lived with eczema for most of his life. Much like others with eczema, it’s something that quietly shapes each day from the moment he wakes up to the moment he tries to sleep. But a better understanding of his eczema and body has given him back control.

Eczema has always been part of Jenny's life. For years, it felt manageable, the occasional flare-up here and there, nothing too disruptive. But in 2021, things changed dramatically for her, and suddenly, eczema was taking over her life in ways she never expected.

To launch National Eczema Week, we are proud to share Chloe’s story – a powerful reminder of the importance of being heard when it comes to living with eczema.

After living with Eczema for 20 years, Craig experienced a severe flare up in the summer of 2025. As a photography student, he wanted to express his experiences, frustrations and insights the way he knew best – through a camera lens.

Hear from Luke, one of runners in the Great North Run, tell the story of his ongoing journey with eczema.

Ruth is 10 years old and has had eczema since she was six months old. In her own words, warm, honest, and completely her own, she tells us what it's really like and shares are top tips for going through life with a smile.

I am Kathryn. I am 53 years old and have noticed the menopause has affected my skin, with significant increased dryness and itchiness. It’s having a big impact on my appearance and daily life. This is my story.

Hi, I’m Sanna, a 28-Year-Old British Pakistani on a mission to raise awareness of eczema. As a British Muslim Pakistani, I’ve often felt that these topics, especially within South Asian communities, don’t get the attention they deserve. Many people suffer in silence. I want to change that by raising awareness of living with eczema and starting the conversation.

Izabelle shares her eczema story and the transformational effects of one of the new JAK inhibitor treatments. Her story was first published in the Autumn/Winter 2024 edition of the National Eczema Society’s member magazine, Exchange.

Hi, I’m Sheree and I am 24 years old. I am an Early Menopause Campaigner, raising awareness of primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), a condition often misunderstood and isolating. By sharing my personal story, I provide support and community for other facing similar struggles.

Tim developed eczema for the first time at 58, which was a surprise to him and his family and friends.