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Why doesn’t moisturizer seem to be helping my psoriasis?

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Why doesn’t moisturizer seem to be helping my psoriasis?

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Moisturizer does help ease psoriasis for most people, but you need to use the proper one to target the unique symptoms of this condition. In this video, dermatologist Ellen Marmur, MD, discusses the types of moisturizers to look for and other tips.

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