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"Now I don't have to be ashamed of my skin
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Sandra's severe skin problems made her feel uncomfortable around other people. When
cortisone creams no longer helped, she found salvation in a health food store.
Blackcurrants and sea buckthorn have worked wonders for her skin.

What skin problems did you have?
– Dry, red patches that flaked and itched terribly. They appeared around the edge between my hair and skin, often in the area around my ears.

When did it start?
– Because of the war, I moved from the Croatian coast, which has a mild and sunny climate, to Serbia, which has a climate similar to Sweden's – with more humid and cold days. My problems started in the mid-90s. At first, they weren't so serious, and I was able to get rid of them with natural herbs.

How did it affect your life?
– When I came to Sweden in 2001, it got worse. Especially when I started working as a dental nurse. Humid air, dental drills spraying water, and air conditioning caused it to escalate. Plus the stress after a tough day at work – my face was a disaster. I was ashamed and tried to hide the rash as best I could when I was out in public.

What skin problems did you have?
– Dry, red patches that flaked and itched terribly. They appeared around the edge between my hair and skin, often in the area around my ears.

When did it start?
– Because of the war, I moved from the Croatian coast, which has a mild and sunny climate, to Serbia, which has a climate similar to Sweden's – with more humid and cold days. My problems started in the mid-90s. At first, they weren't so serious, and I was able to get rid of them with natural herbs.

How did it affect your life?
– When I came to Sweden in 2001, it got worse. Especially when I started working as a dental nurse. Humid air, dental drills spraying water, and air conditioning caused it to escalate. Plus the stress after a tough day at work – my face was a disaster. I was ashamed and tried to hide the rash as best I could when I was out in public.

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