Published On: Jun 19, 2021
Last Updated On: May 15, 2023
Alexis Smith runs the account @eczemalove on Instagram. Through this account, she’s pioneering a new way to look at eczema by showing off her flares in cute and creative ways. Alexis is here to tell us about how she came to the realization that her eczema is cute. We’ll also talk about challenging skin disease stereotypes, the skin-positivity movement, and matching your nails to your flares.
Alexis is here to show you that your eczema can be cute, too. Don’t believe it? Let’s see if Alexis can convince you.
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