So, right at the beginning of my research into the role sweat plays in our problem, I find that there is a high incidence in fillagrin mutation with people who have any kind of atopic dermatitis (AD) Fillagrin is the substrate, or the glue, that holds our skin together and its deficiency causes problems with our skin pH (acid/base balance) and our skin’s ability to retain moisture. It turns out that sweating is necessary for our skin’s anti microbial function and skin moisturization. So researchers advocate more sweating followed by showering without soap. I have been taking histidine which contributes to fillagrin formation, not realizing that my fillagrin might well be defective so it might not have helped much. I continue taking 3 grams/day of histidine. I am starting to use my indoor sauna everyday and following with shower. Jury is still out but I’m definitely not worse. I am finding myself generally less itchy (I itch even if my skin looks clear.) I’ll post some references, but harder to do on my phone.

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