The Psoriasis Rollercoaster: What I’ve Learned from Flare-Ups and Remissions

Psoriasis doesn’t follow your schedule. Just when you think things are under control, a flare-up hits out of nowhere. Or, just when you’ve lost all hope, your skin suddenly clears. This unpredictable cycle can leave you exhausted, confused, and constantly on edge.

I’ve lived through both extremes-moments when my skin was so clear I almost forgot I had psoriasis, and others when a single glance at my hands made me want to hide from the world. This rollercoaster isn’t just physical-it takes a serious emotional toll.

Body: One of the hardest lessons I’ve learned in this journey is that progress with psoriasis isn’t linear. You don’t go from flare-up to remission and stay there. It’s a cycle-and understanding that cycle changed how I approach everything from skincare to stress management.

Many people I’ve spoken with-customers, friends, and others living with psoriasis-have shared that the emotional crash after a flare-up can feel worse than the symptoms themselves. You start to question everything: Did I eat something wrong? Did I forget a step in my routine? Did I push myself too hard?

Here’s what I’ve learned:

✅ Flare-ups aren’t failure. They’re part of the condition. They don’t erase the progress you’ve made-they just mean your body is reacting to something new.

✅ Remission is a chance to recharge, not relax completely. It’s tempting to stop routines when your skin is clear, but that’s when consistency matters most.

✅ Triggers change over time. Stress, weather, food, even sleep-all of these can shift with age, environment, and lifestyle. The more you listen to your body, the better you’ll respond.

✅ Self-blame helps no one. Psoriasis isn’t your fault. And when you treat yourself with kindness, your body often responds more calmly too.

✅ Tracking matters. Whether it’s a journal, an app, or simple notes, keeping track of what you eat, feel, and do can help you spot patterns-and prepare for ups and downs.

As CEO of Nopsor, I talk to people every week who feel like they’re doing everything right but still feel stuck. I remind them what I remind myself: this is a long game. Healing isn’t measured in perfect skin-it’s measured in showing up for yourself, flare-up or not.

Conclusion: If you’re on the rollercoaster right now-hang on. It won’t always be this hard. And if you’re in a good place, don’t take it for granted. Keep doing what works and keep learning.

Psoriasis may not be predictable, but your resilience can be.

Ernesto Aguilar
CEO, Nopsor