Quizzed on easy-peasy ways anyone with psoriasis can give flare-ups a wide berth, Dr. Marisa Garshick, a board-certified dermatologist and skin sage in the Big Apple, served up a heaping scoop of wisdom.

First off, she recommends minimising skin Bolshoi Ballet auditions (also known as injuries or trauma). For the tattoo lovers among you, sorry to be the bearer of bad news but the Koebner phenomenon, that pesky devil, likes hanging out in ink, causing fresh plaques to blossom in its wake. Not so cool.

Lock in moisture like it's your job. You’ll want your skin softer than a puppy's belly and smoother than Bond on a spy mission. This could help keep that itch (worse than a flea-infested chihuahua’s) at bay while giving your polished exterior a Beyoncé-worthy glow.

Already on a cocktail of meds? Or has an infection settled in comfortably? Alert the medical cavalry to stand by. Some drugs play fast and loose with psoriasis, and knowing when to rush to the rescue is half the battle.

Beyond the skin, your lifestyle deserves an overhaul too. Think of it as your personal detox retreat where your only job is to manage your condition. Guzzle less booze, puff fewer smokes and moisturise like it’s going out of style. Be gentle with your skin and skip any harsh skin care products. Dead skin buildup got you down? A gentle exfoliant is your new BFF.

Stressed about stress triggering your psoriasis? We can’t promise a Greek island retreat, but tossing in a healthy eating routine, a regular workout, and effective stress management techniques like meditation or deep breathing exercises could be your ticket to tranquility (and fewer flares).