The Allergy Show offers more than 40 free seminars in three separate rooms. On this page you can find out about the seminars which cover sensitive skin and eczema - but don't forget to look at the other more specific seminars (click on the links immediately above). There are no tickets and seats are available on first come first served basis (although the rooms are large and nobody was turned away in 2008).

Friday 12 June 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Eczema and food allergy. In many countries eczema is routinely treated by allergy specialists rather than dermatologists. Dr Helen Cox, Consultant Allergist at St Mary's Hospital and one of the UK's top experts explains how changes in diet used together with emollients can make a big difference to your child's skin and troublesome eczema.

Saturday 13 June 1:00pm - 1:45pm
How to manage dry skin and eczema. NHS appointments are short and GPs often lack detailed practical knowledge. As a result many with eczema are surprised to find out how much benefit there is from learning more. Dermatology specialist nurse Philip Watkins takes the time to explain what you need to know about emollients, wet-wraps, steroids and controlling the itch-scratch cycle.

Sunday 14 June 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Chinese herbal medicine. Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbs and dietary therapy, is the most widely used medical system in the world, benefits from 4,000 years of experience and can achieve remarkable results with eczema and other allergic conditions. Stefan Chmelik, a leading practitioner gives the golden rules you should know before trying it.

Sunday 14 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Caring for sensitive skin. Consultant Dermatologist Dr Alison Shanks explains the difference between contact allergies and sensitive skin, how to investigate which you have and how to choose the correct beauty product for your skin.

Sunday 14 June 3:45pm - 4:15pm
How to manage dry skin and eczema. NHS appointments are short and GPs often lack detailed practical knowledge. As a result many with eczema are surprised to find out how much benefit there is from learning more. Dermatology specialist nurse Moira Craig takes the time to explain what you need to know about emollients, wet-wraps, steroids and controlling the itch-scratch cycle.

Seminars brought to you in association with alert4allergy.org - the free email and text message alert service for people with food allergy.