Tori Spelling Talks Eczema, Juicy Couture, and Meaningful Self-Care Moments with Her Daughter

Tori Spelling Opens Up About Her Eczema Battle and Empowering Others

Tori Spelling, actress, author, and mother of five, is shedding light on her personal journey with eczema. As someone who has spent a significant part of her life in the public eye, her struggles with skin health did not occur under the camera’s glare but rather in the privacy of her trailer during a tumultuous time.

“I didn’t develop eczema until I was an adult,” Spelling recounted in a recent interview via Zoom. The condition first emerged while she was filming her show So Notorious amidst her first divorce. “I was in production, sitting in my trailer, and suddenly, I just couldn’t stop scratching my arms,” she explained. Initially, there were no visible signs, but dry, scaly patches soon appeared, leading to a diagnosis of eczema and dermatitis after visiting a doctor.

What started as an isolated flare-up transformed into a persistent battle that was both physically painful and emotionally taxing. “It would always flare up when I was under severe stress,” she shared. As a hand talker, having the condition on her hands intensified her anxiety. “I’d scratch until I had scabs or scars, and I was constantly thinking, ‘Are people looking at my hands?’ Being in the public eye only made that anxiety worse.”

After years of trying various treatments, Spelling found relief through ZORYVE, a prescription medication recommended by her dermatologist. “It was the first thing that really worked for me,” she stated.

Spelling’s challenges with eczema extend beyond her own experience; her daughter, Stella, has dealt with the condition since childhood. “She couldn’t even bathe normally,” Spelling remembered. “She would scream in pain.” Stella experienced eczema on her arms, face, and scalp, even developing seborrheic dermatitis.

For Stella, ZORYVE became an integral part of her daily routine, especially after finding a foam formulation suitable for her scalp. “ZORYVE is part of my skin care—it’s my first priority, even before makeup,” Spelling noted.

Recently, mother and daughter have participated in the “Free to Be Me” campaign, aimed at normalizing eczema and empowering those living with chronic skin conditions. “For years, it was a silent, emotional journey for us,” Spelling remarked. She recounted that Stella was bullied at school, with classmates questioning her condition. “It was heartbreaking. So to finally find something that worked for us—and to be part of a campaign that helps others feel seen—means everything.”

As Stella approaches her teenage years, she is developing her own interests in beauty and skincare. “She’s at that age where she wants to go to Ulta and Sephora,” Spelling shared with a laugh. “But we’ve learned that not every ‘pretty’ brand is right for sensitive skin. We look for clean, gentle products that won’t trigger a flare-up. It’s all about mindfulness.”

Managing eczema also involves addressing stress levels for Spelling. “I used to literally wait for it, knowing that when something big and stressful happened, a flare-up wasn’t far behind,” she acknowledged. Now, she feels more equipped to manage her condition, which has reduced her anxiety considerably.

Despite their struggles, Spelling emphasized the joy in their relationship, stating, “We share more than a skin condition! We’re both foodies. We love to cook and bake together.” She fondly recalled that while Stella appreciates her mother’s vintage fashion, it has sparked a unique connection between them. “Stella is very grateful I didn’t listen to my friends when they said, ‘Juicy Couture will never come back!’” she laughed.

Spelling is determined to raise awareness about eczema. “I think eczema is one of those conditions people don’t talk about enough,” she said. “If sharing our story helps even one person feel less alone, then it’s worth it.”

Dr. Adam Friedman, professor and chair of dermatology at George Washington University, explained, “Eczema and seborrheic dermatitis are chronic, relapsing conditions that can significantly impact quality of life, especially when they affect visible or sensitive areas like the face or scalp.” He praised ZORYVE for providing effective, steroid-free control of inflammation without compromising the skin barrier, making it suitable for long-term use.

Through their personal journey and ongoing advocacy, Spelling and her daughter are fostering a greater understanding of eczema, highlighting both the challenges and the resilience associated with living with such conditions.