Identify the trigger. Calm the flare. Protect the barrier.
Dermatitis is an umbrella term for inflamed, reactive skin. We help clients understand what may be driving the reaction and build a gentler routine their skin can stay on.
The main types of dermatitis
Each type behaves differently, so the first step is narrowing down what pattern your skin is showing.
Contact dermatitis
A reaction to something the skin touched. It may be irritant, like a strong cleanser or friction, or allergic, like fragrance, nickel, or a specific cosmetic ingredient.
Seborrheic dermatitis
Greasy yellowish flaking on oilier areas such as the scalp, eyebrows, sides of the nose, chest, or beard area. Stress and cold weather often make it worse.
Perioral dermatitis
Small bumps and redness around the mouth, nose, or eyes. Heavy creams, fluorinated toothpaste, and topical steroid use on the face can contribute.
Atopic dermatitis
The chronic itch-driven form most people call eczema. We cover this in detail on our eczema page.
How we approach dermatitis-prone skin
Dermatitis often means the barrier has been weakened by an ingredient, a habit, a chronic condition, or a combination of all three.
Trigger and product audit
We review cleansers, serums, sunscreen, makeup, toothpaste, and laundry products to look for likely irritants. The culprit is often hiding in plain sight.
Barrier-rebuilding facials
Once the trigger is removed, gentle fragrance-free facials can reduce visible redness and reinforce the barrier with ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and panthenol.
LED light therapy
Red and near-infrared LED is a non-invasive option many reactive skins tolerate well, especially when other treatments feel too stimulating.
A routine you can stay on
We build a short routine around a gentle non-foaming cleanser, barrier-supporting moisturizer, and mineral sunscreen, then adjust as the skin changes.
When dermatitis needs a doctor
Moderate to severe seborrheic dermatitis, persistent perioral dermatitis, and severe contact reactions may need prescription topical or oral medication. We will tell you directly when that is the right next step.
Meet Our Skin Treatment Team
A Dermatologist specialized in Dermato – Oncology & Skin Surgery; She graduated from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. Building on her 18 year long successful career, and her passion for skin care, Claudia Muñoz opened a new clinic (Skin Blossom Pro) located in North Vancouver, BC.
A Naturopathic Physician. Dr. Leon is trained in the Medical Sciences, as well as the Traditional and Natural Medicine available for healthcare.
Her treatments involve a holistic, individualized, and preventative approach to health based on the latest research and clinical naturopathic techniques. Dr. Carolina can offer her services in both English and Spanish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eczema is one type of dermatitis. Dermatitis is the broader category that includes contact, seborrheic, perioral, and atopic dermatitis.
If small pink bumps cluster around the mouth or nose, often sparing a thin strip at the lip line, and acne treatments are not helping, perioral dermatitis is possible. It needs a different approach.
For most dermatitis flares, we recommend waiting until active inflammation has settled. In some cases, a very gentle calming session with LED may be appropriate after an assessment.
Not typically, but if you have a history of dermatitis in the treatment area we adjust the protocol and may do a test patch. Always share your full skin history before treatment.
Related dermatitis-conscious services
Explore the service pages that connect most closely with this guide, then book a consultation if you want help choosing the right starting point.
Facials
Fragrance-free, barrier-focused care for reactive skin once the active inflammation has settled.
OxyGeneo
A gentle skin-refresh option that can be tailored after a sensitivity and barrier assessment.
Laser Hair Removal
For stable skin, with protocol adjustments or a test patch when dermatitis affects the treatment area.
Book a dermatitis consultation in North Vancouver
If your skin is reacting and you are not sure why, a consultation is the fastest way to understand your triggers and choose a calm, achievable path forward.