Eczema
Practitioner-guided support for eczema and whole-person wellbeing.
Skin and hair often reflect what's happening inside – Leyla considers the gut, hormones and nutrition behind the surface.
Overview
Eczema can affect daily life in ways that extend beyond a single symptom. At Highlands, we view eczema through a systems-based lens, considering digestion, sleep, stress, hormones, metabolism, immune resilience, recovery and lifestyle context. The goal is not to offer a generic supplement answer, but to understand the broader pattern and provide practitioner-guided support that is appropriate for the individual. A personalised approach may include nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, targeted practitioner supplements and practical lifestyle foundations.
Common signs & symptoms
Common experiences may include:
- breakouts
- redness
- dryness
- irritation
- itch
- hair thinning
- brittle nails
- slow skin recovery
- changes in texture
Potential contributing factors
Possibilities commonly explored include:
- gut-skin axis
- hormonal shifts
- stress
- sleep
- nutrient insufficiency
- inflammation
- barrier function
- environmental exposure
Common practitioner nutrients9 commonly considered, tap to explore
Practitioners may commonly consider nutrients such as the following. This is general education, not a recommendation, what is appropriate for you is determined through your assessment.
Zinc
Important mineral involved in immune function, skin health, tissue repair, hormonal wellbeing and gut integrity.
Vitamin A
Fat-soluble vitamin involved in skin renewal, immune function and mucosal barrier health.
Vitamin C
Foundational antioxidant nutrient involved in collagen synthesis, immune support and tissue repair.
Omega-3
Essential fatty acids commonly discussed in relation to brain, cardiovascular, skin and inflammatory wellbeing.
Collagen
Structural protein source discussed in skin, joints, tendons, bones and healthy ageing.
Biotin
Biotin is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Silica
Mineral discussed in collagen formation, connective tissue, skin, hair and nails.
Sea Buckthorn Oil
Omega-7 rich oil often discussed in relation to skin, mucosal and eye wellbeing.
Glutathione
Master antioxidant involved in detoxification, cellular protection and immune resilience.
Common herbal ingredients8 traditionally used, tap to explore
Herbs traditionally used by practitioners in this area include the following. Traditional use and ongoing research are described for context only.
Burdock
Traditional alterative herb used in skin and detoxification formulas.
Calendula
Traditional skin and lymphatic herb used for skin barrier and tissue comfort.
Nettle
Traditional herb commonly used in prostate wellbeing formulas.
Turmeric
Botanical widely discussed in inflammatory balance, joint comfort and cellular protection.
Milk Thistle
Traditional liver herb discussed in detoxification and antioxidant pathways.
Gotu Kola
Traditional herb discussed in connective tissue, skin, circulation and cognitive contexts.
Green Tea
Polyphenol-rich herb discussed in metabolic health, antioxidant protection and longevity.
Licorice
Traditional herb used in digestive formulas and adrenal-style resilience support; DGL often preferred for gastric support.
Lifestyle foundations7 focuses, tap to explore
- skin barrier support
- protein intake
- hydration
- sleep
- stress management
- blood sugar stability
- trigger review
Understanding first. Products only if appropriate.
Highlands begins with understanding, not products. Your assessment gives Leyla the picture she needs to recommend practitioner-only supplements, herbal medicine or a bespoke formulation where appropriate, reviewed and signed off before anything is dispensed, with ongoing support as your needs change.
- 1Assessment
- 2Practitioner guidance
- 3Personalised plan
- 4Ongoing support
Personalised Compounds by Leyla
Share your picture in a short assessment and Leyla compounds it down to a few things made for you, with practitioner-only products only where a compound can’t fill the gap.
This information is educational and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Individual needs vary. Always consult your medical practitioner regarding health concerns.