Dry Skin Knowledge Base
dry skin!!? i have been using AcneFree which caused my skin to become extremely dry. it is peeling, and looks horrific. i was planning on applying olive oil onto my skin overnight to help hydrate it, but i have acne prone skin. will the olive oil make me break out?
Dry Skin??? Now that its getting cold outside, my skin is starting to get dry and peel. Its terrible..like its peeling all over my face. Is there any REALLY good home-remedies for it? I know Vaseline gel...but anything else? I'm already using a moisturizer by Clinique.
Dry skin??? I have really dry skin this winter. I always have this problem as soon as the cold weather hits. This year is different. I can not seem to keep from getting dried out at all. I used to use baby oil right after I shower and use a special lotion. Neither are working this year. Any suggestions?? These are really wonderful suggestions thank you all very much. It actually hurts this year and when I do something that may stretch the skin, cracks. I can't wait to use these tips. ,,,,,it cracks.
DRY SKIN???????????????? I got my nose pierced about 4 weeks ago. Ever since I have had it pierced, my skin on my nose had been really dry and flakey (gross). Should I switch cleaning products? How do I get smooth skin again?
Dry SKIN..? Alright, I'm 14, and I shave and it seems that every time i do i get like dry and "whitish" skin around those areas. Anyone know the reason and the cure?
What are these red dry skin patches on my sons cheecks? My son is 1 year 8 months old. He is very healthy and active. He has a small/medium patch on each side of his cheecks that are circluar, red, and hardish dry skin. It looks as if he is blushing, however, it is dry skin. Does anyone know what this could be? The cold? Hormones? Dry skin. Any remedies? Thanks!
What is a really good skin care product for dry skin and blackheads? My skin is pretty dry and I get zits often and mostly blackheads. I have tried Clean & Clear and St. Ives which doesn't seem to work and Oxy and Clearisil which dried out my skin. What is a really effective skin care product that will not dry out my skin and get rid of my blackheads and other types of pimples? Thanks!
What should i do about dry skin on my face? I cant seem to find a cure for my dry skin with regular mousturizers, and alot of them just make my skin really oily because i have combination skin, but i have really dry skin on my nose and lip. Any reccomended products or remedies?
What is a good skin treatment for dry skin & acne - thats also not to strong for sensitive skin? I have a little bit of acne on my face I really want to get rid of. But I have really seinsitive skin. Everything I try from the store though is either too strong and causes dry skin, redness, irritation,etc or isnt strong enough. Is there anything else I can try? And skin product reccomendations that will actually work? Or any home remedies that are safe for my really sensitive skin?
How does one treat chronically dry skin? My skin tends to be very dry and it only gets worse during the winter months. Are there any good (affordable) skin products that provide very-dry skin with necessary relief? I use a lotion that contains AHAs for my KP so I can understand how it may dry up my skin even more. I would also appreciate any advice for home remedies or any supplements that I can take to better my skin. By the way, I do keep hydrated so I know that my dry skin is not a result of inadequate water intake. Thanks!
What can I do to get rid of the dry skin patches on my face? I recently moved to Georgia from a tropical climate and I have dry skin patches on my face and I do not know what else I can do to get rid of them... I wash my face twice a day with a mild, but deep cleanser, use an oil-free SPF moisturizer during the day and a slightly heavier face lotion at night. I exfoliate once a week with a very fine face scrub and also use a Dead Sea facial peel about every 10 days to prevent breakouts (yes, it works). But this last week I have noticed some dry, flaky skin on my face and I cant seem to get rid of it. My skin doesnt seem dry in these patches, but the flaky skin is obvious. Does any one have any ideas about how I might get rid of this? Im at a loss as I have never lived in a winter climate before and never had a problem with dry skin. Thanks...
What is the best moisturizing cream for dry skin? I have a dry skin problem that surfaces every couple of days now. I was wondering, what is the best moisturizing cream? I've tried: - Dove - Olay - Vaselene - Aveeno Anyways, most of them seem relatively equal in effectiveness - they are reasonably effective in the short term, but the dry skin keeps on coming every couple of days. They all claim to be loaded with Vitamin E, some with B1, B2, and A. But which cream is the best one for chronic dry skin? Is it one I haven't tried yet, or are they all relatively equal?
What moisturiser would you recommend for my dry skin? I've got conbination skin which becomes quite dry depending on my physical&mental condition.I don't say that my skin is sensitive but it tends to be so sometimes.The products I've tried haven't made much difference.They've only made my skin either oily or even drier. I'm really fed up with spending a fortune on skincare products.Do you know any bland that is reasonable in price but hydrates the skin without oiliness?
How do relieve very dry skin in the summer? I drinks loads of water everyday and add moistuizer daily to my skin. It is for very dry skin but it is not enough. I don't like wearing moisturizer in the summer because the heat makes me sweat alot. But if I don't put it on my skin is very dry. My doctor said eat more oily fish. Did nothing. Is there a product out there? Is it my skin? By the way I shower with a moisterizing body wash. It helps somewhat but not enough.
What skin care product to use for dry skin? My forehead and nose are ridiculously dry, to the point of peeling. But I have topical acne (Not the deep kind) along my jawline and under my cheek bones. I'm trying to find a good skin care regimen that will treat my acne without drying out my skin even more than it already is. Any suggestions?
How can i get rid of dry skin around my lips? I had this problem with my lips a for two months. It started where my lips were really dry and they were scaly and i constantly had to wear chapstick. Well it's still like this just It's spreading through my fact and now I have this nasty dry flaking skin around my lips and going up my cheek. I went to the doctor and he said it was an allergic reaction to something and gave me zertec. Well it didnt help and it's still here. Does any one know what it is? Or how to get rid of it. And if not that.. What's the best way to get rid of dead skin off your face?
How can you get rid of spots and dry skin? Because i dont wash my face because all soaps give me bad dry and peeling skin. But not washing my face still makes me have dry skin and realy bad spots. Does anybody no how to get rid of spots and dry/peeling skin.
How to help my chihuahua with dry skin? My dog has dry skin making her itch alot. I use oatmeal shampoo on her and comb her hair every other day. Does anyone have any tips in ways I can help my dog with dry skin?
How to get rid of dry skin on my face? A couple days ago, I started to find dry skin on my face. It is on both of my cheeks, and spreading to my chin and above. How can I get rid of this dry skin? I've been trying Vaseline, and it reduces the dry skin, but I still have it.
What is a good skin cream for dry skin around the eyes? I have dry winter combination skin and around my eyes is really dry and tissue paper like. Does any one know of a product that will not further dry my skin around my eyes out? I have tried some products that just make it worse.
How can I keep my dry skin from cracking and bleeding? The skin on the inside of my nostrils drys up during the winter. To make it worse, I often get water up my nose when I swim. The skin on the inside of my nose dries up very badly. Then it cracks and bleeds if i move my nose or the skin flexes or stretches. How can I help my dry skin inside my nostrils?
How do you stop your skin from itching when you have dry skin? I do shower and bathe, and use the afterbath/shower lotions and creams, which helps the itch for at least twenty-four hours. But is there anything to help my dry skin from itching more than 24 hours, like creams or other remedies? I know it's not a disease, but a dry skin condition.
How do I moisturise really dry skin on my hands? I've got really dry, lined skin on the back of my hands. I know it's definately not eczema but it's been like that all the way through winter. I apply skin creams at least twice daily which work temporarily, until I wash my hands. Even creams for eczema and E45 aren't working. I've tried putting the cream on and then wearing plastic gloves, but it still doesn't work. There's no reason for them to be so bad, I don't spend a lot of time outdoors or spend a lot of time with them in water. Has anybody got any tips for remedies I could try out at home?
How do I make dry skin on my face go away? Also what oils are healthy for your skin? My skin is super dry on my face, and I don't know of any creams to heal it! Please can you tell me some sort of cream or remedy i can use to fix it? I also was wondering what types of oils I can use to make my skin on my body smooth and soft. I heard that you can bathe in olive oil, but that seems a bit to sketchy for me. Can you tell me what I can use to make my skin and face healthy!
What skin cream is good for dry skin? I usually don't have dry skin, but in the winter (here in Canada) my skin gets dry and I need to use moisturizer on my skin. I want to know what cream is good and will make my skin smooth and soft.
No moisturizer seems to work for my dry skin? I have really bad dry skin on my face. I get it in my T-zone the most ironically. I drink approximately 2 liters of water a day. I exfoliate and use moisturizers for extremely dry skin. However, about a minute or so after applying moisturizer, the same area feels itchy and dry and I have to apply more. I also have dry flaky skin that occurs in my eyebrows. I don't know what else to try or is it a more serious problem?
How do I get rid of dry skin on my face so I can wear foundation? My face has horrible patches of dry skin that can't be seen if I'm not wearing foundation. But I'm very pale and my skin is not good - especially through winter, so I like to wear foundation when I go out. I don't wear it all the time, so I'm not making the situation worse by wearing it. I've tried E45 and exfoliating but it just looks terrible when I put foundation on! What can I do?
What natural items can I give my dog to help with dry skin? My Pit Bull has dry skin and is itching all the time. He does not have fleas but he does have dandruff... What can I feed him that will help with the dry skin. I have special shampoo for dry skin but I do not know how well it works considering that everytime he gets a bath it drys out his skin even more. Any vitamins or foods you guys could recommend would be great! Thanks. Okay... My dog eats Nutro Max Beef and Rice dog food. It is all natural and is a high quality food. His mother has skin problems and that is why I want to nip this in the butt before it becomes a huge problem.
How do I cure my dogs very dry skin? My shitzu is 9 and all over his body he is flaky with dry skin. He has always had dry skin, but as he getts older his skin getts worse. He has a great diet, I wash him with a special oatmeal shampoo 2/3 times a month, and I give him treats a couple times a day. Nothing seems to help. When I do a search to find a a cure the resultes are expensive pills. Without having to take him to a vet, what can I do to cure or help his dry skin?
What is the best foundation for dry skin? I have dry skin and prone to spots when the weather is warm and would like to know what product to use that doesn't irritate the skin too much and how often you should apply foundation?
What is the best lotion for very dry skin? I have very sensitive dry skin and this winter is really harsh on my skin right now. I've been using gold bond lotions but my skin does not seam to really absorb it. Looking for products I can buy at a drug store or mall. Thanks! Also, please don’t suggest Vaseline or coco butter I dont want to be untouchable and greasy! Eucerin has several lotions, what one do you use? Thanks Karen, but I'm looking for body not face.
What avon cream is best for very dry skin and wrinkles? My skin is very dry and have used several moisturing creams but have to use large amount to feel like it is on my skin.Also my skin needs tighting and i am over age 54.What do you recommend? Are there moisture firming creams?
What is the best dry skin lotion out there? Hello, I have really bad dry skin under my arm pitts and near my breasts which is kinda wierd. Anyways I was just wondering which is the best dry skin lotion out there, that could help this?
What can I do to get rid of dry skin on my face? No matter what soap I use, what moisturizer I use, or how hard/soft I wash my face, I always have dry skin on my face. When I wash it, it goes away for a hour at the most. What can I do to get rid of dry skin on my face? Any tips? Thanks.
How do to get rid of blackheads with dry skin? I have horrible, deep blackheads around and on my nose. I have really dry skin so most cleansers and washes don't work. I think it's partly because I use a lot of moisturizer and it clogs my pores. But if I don't, my skin is dry and flaky. What should I do?
How Do i get rid of rid of dry skin without moisturizer? I've been using this moisturizer for a couple of months and it like clogs my pours and you can sometimes see it! I just an out of it and don't plan on getting anymore but i have pretty dry skin. Is there any natural remedies or something else to help my dry skin???
What is the best thing to use for really dry skin? Iv been getting in the tanning be latly and it has been drying out my skin everytime i get out of the shower it gets even dryer.Iv stopped getting in the tanning bed cuz i knew that was dryin me out. What is th best thing i could buy for dry skin that is a reasonable price? Iv also tried rubbing baby oil on my skin when i get out of the shower then dryin off but that still has not helped.
What to do about dry skin in dogs? I have a dachshund who is 5 years old and I just got her not too long ago from someone else and she has very dry itchy skin. I know Dachshunds are known for dry skin because I have 2 others but this one is extremely dry. What are some of the best remedies for dry skin in dogs? Thanks! I have heard about giving them Salmon where would I find Salmon oil?
How do you get ride of dry skin around your nose? I have this dry patch of skin and redness on the skin surrounding my nose. It's not actually on my nose, it's in the area to the left and to the right. I've tried all kinds of moisturizers and face lotion. I try to cover it with make up, this covers the redness, but it looks even worse if I get make up in the dry skin area It's ugly! HELP! This is not some kind of rash, it's been there for years. It looks worse in the winter then in the summer.
What lotion will help with my extremely dry skin? I put on a face mask four days ago, and it gave me an allergic reaction. It dried out my face soo badly that even Eurcerin Dry Skin Therapy Original Moisturizing Creme won't help. I normally put that lotion on everyday just because my face is already kind of dry. It usually helps me very much! What is the best lotion for extremely dry skin on my face?
What should i do about dry skin while using an acne treatment? I'm currently using a treatment for acne and it's working very well, but it's also drying out my skin. I'm wary about using just any moisturizer, as i'm afraid it will interfere with the acne treatment and make my skin break out. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what i can do about the dry skin?
What is the best foundation makeup for very dry skin? I have extremely dry skin, I'm 40 and freckled with fair skin. I want something that won't settle in my lines and still cover my uneven skin tones that doesn't come off on everything I touch! Anything out there close to what I need? Thanks so much in advance!
How to help a dog from having dry skin and scratching all the time? I moved from an area that is humid to an area that is dry and my dog is constantly itching from dry skin. i tried medicated shampoo and a off the shelf cortisone spray but nothing seems to work. Is there anything i can do? He has a flea collar so i think fleas are out of the question. we are also feeding him eukanuba dog food.
How to get rid of dry skin on my eyelid? I have a small patch of dry skin on my eyelid. I am using the same eye makeup that I have used for a long time and the same facial cleanser. Neither of the two have ever irritated my skin. The dry patch itches and is sensitive. Any suggestions on how to get rid of it?
What mineral makeup is best for dry skin? I used to have oily skin but for the past months my skin has been really dry. I have tried most of the liquid makeups but they make my skin flakey. I would like to try mineral makeup but I'm afraid it will destroy my skin.
!. .-.Dry . Skin.-. .! ? Hey, I have reeaallly dry, flaky skin around the sides of my nose its horrible! I exfoliate regularly and moisturize before I put my make-up on, its soo annoying. Any tips on how to get rid of it. Oh yeah in the morning after I moisturize its fine except its just a little bit red but as the day goes on it gets dryer and dryer! Help!! x
What is the best acne treatment if you have dry skin? I have extremely dry skin, however I still have a problem with acne on my chin and the sides of my cheeks. I was wondering what acne treatments or face washes work well for getting rid of acne but won't dry out my skin more than what it already is. Thanks!
What is the best everyday lotion for extremely dry skin? My skin gets extremely dry in the winter and stays pretty dry in the summer. I would love to have a lotion I could use everyday after I get out of the shower that would stop the itching, flaking, and stop these places from coming up on my body. I assume their some form of Eczema. I've tried coconut oil, cocoa butter, johnson and johnson baby lotion, and other brands. Please give me good suggestions!
What is a great moisturizing lotion for extremely dry skin? I have a problem with dry skin. My skin has gotten to the point where I have patches of dry skin that can be itchy, that if I scratch just a little bit become rashes. I want to know what moisturizing lotion is the best for someone in my situation. Thanks, Caitlin :]
What is good to help with dry skin on a dog? I have a part Shitzu and her skin is so dry and flaky, it makes her itch really bad. I have to keep her hair shaved because it gets worse when I let it grow out. Is there something foodwise or medicine wise I can give her to help this?
How do I get rid of dry skin? In the winter, I get really dry skin on my face. I use regular facewash and some acne medicine, but when my skin gets really dry I stop using the medicines. I hate it because I wear foundation, and when you use foundation with dry skin, it looks really bad. I've tried slathering on lotions, but whenever I wash my face again the dry skin comes back. Please help!
What is a good remedy for dry skin on my cats? I have a long haired black cat. When I brush her, the dry skin flakes are just awful and I am afraid she may feel itchy. I am looking for something to help her, without giving her a bath. I think that would hurt both her and me. Any suggestions?
What is the best lotion for dry skin and itching? I'm looking for the best lotion for my husband who has very dry skin and hates the greasy kind of lotions. He needs something that is healing and absorbs quickly. He also has a problem with his hands cracking and bleeding. These are the things that we have tried already. Eucerin Burt's Bee's Bag Balm Vaseline Intensive Care Nivea Thanks everyone! In the past his doctor has suggested Eucerin with gloves to wear at night. This didn't go over so well with him. I've been looking at every over the counter remedy I can find. Yesterday I bought Goldbond Ultimate and we have yet to see how this will work.
What is a good product to use for dry skin around eyes and lips? I have extremely dry skin around my eyes and lips. My skin has become red and flaky. It also burns sometimes. I've tried several different products but nothing seems to work. I can't go to a dermatologist because I do not have health insurance right now. Does anyone have any suggestions?
How can I get rid of dry skin on my face? I have a problem with dry skin on my face. First of all, I think it comes from havign to wash my face so much because I am prone to breakouts. The dryness is the worst around my nose and chin area. I scrub and scrub but I can never seem to get the dry skin off. So whenever I wear foundation you can see peeling really bad. I have to be careful what face lotion I use because of the breakouts. I am kind of Stuck between a rock and a hard place. Any answers will be much appreciated.
What will help with a dog that has dry skin? We got a dog from a friend and he had lost hair above his tail and on his back some from stress of being around another male dog. Now he has hair there but he still has dry skin in some places. We feed him dog food that is suppose to help with his skin and coat but he still has it. Does anyone know what else I can do to make this better. He is a German shepherd but he stays in the house a lot so I can't use oil or anything like that.
What is the best lotion for severe dry skin? Hello, I am 9 weeks pregnant and I'm dealing with SEVERE dry skin. I can't use anything medicated, so I was wondering what are some good lotions you can buy at the store to really help with dry skin? It's so bad I itch constantly on my arms and legs. Thanks for reading and your answers.
How to relieve dry skin on a puppy? I have a German Shorthaired Pointer that is 5 months old. I noticed she has a bald spot on her side from biting. I assume she has dry skin because I have seen no fleas. I do not bathe her that often. What to do?
What can i do about dry skin on my legs? I have really bad dry skin on my legs, even AfTeR i put lotion on. It looks all white, dry, and scaly about 10 minutes later. Any suggestions where i don't have to spend tons of money. Thanks everyone, i just might try all of them.
What facial moisturizer is best for dry skin that clogs easily with frequent breakouts? I have sensitive combination-very dry skin and I am looking for a facial moisturizer that does not clog pores or irritate my skin. The moisturizer should also act as a base or primer before applying makeup (powdered). If you have the similar skin type, that breaksout occassionally too, what do you use and does it work? Cetaphil, Bare Minerals, Monistat Chafing gel--does not work for me. Any others highly recommended?
What should I do to make my child apply lotion on his dry skin? I am a single mom with 1 son who is 13. Ever since the winter came around I felt he had dry skin on his entire body. Where we live the snow is packed and its very cold it, so thats probably what caused the dry skin. His skin almost feels like sandpaper its so bad. I knew I had to get lotion, so I got Nivea Body lotion, its a new bottle easy to use and it is supposed to break down bad dry skin. I give him short baths, and I tell him he has to apply lotion on his entire body after his bath right away. I only rub lotion on his back where he cant reach it. But I noticed that the bottle of lotion is still just about full besides when I do his back, and his dry skin is still excatly the same and I found out he is obviously not even using lotion, his back has improved a little beacuse thats where I did it my self. The next time I lotioned him head to toe and I thought after that he would want to do it him self. I don't know what to do anymore, please what I am to do? ps. i dont bath him i run him baths lol
What is the best lotion to soothe dry skin? I am going to school for dental hygiene and with having to wash my hands frequently, I have painful dry skin. Also, the alcohol in the hand sanitizer make the pain much worse. Have any suggestions from your own experiences?
What lotion will help with my extremely dry skin? I put on a face mask four days ago, and it gave me an allergic reaction. It dried out my face soo badly that even Eurcerin Dry Skin Therapy Original Moisturizing Creme won't help. I normally put that lotion on everyday just because my face is already kind of dry. It usually helps me very much! What is the best lotion for extremely dry skin on my face?
What is the best type of moisturizer for very dry skin? I know gels are for oily skin... So should I use cream moisturizer? Oh and this is for my face. Do you have any good moisturizer recommendations for me that are not too expensive? My skin is dry and flaking( I have been using AcneFree Severe, which is marvelous at clearing blemishes, but is super drying to my already mildly dry skin.)
What causes dry skin and how can I prevent it? I have been getting bad white flakes on my face around my mouth. I have a cream that makes it go away but how can i prevent it in the first place? Also, should i put the cream on ONLY when i see the dry skin or should i put in on routinely?
How can I tell the difference between dry skin and scabies? It has been very cold for a long time and the air is dry, but I was possibly exposed to scabies by a friend a few weeks ago. I am itching like crazy! Especially when I am finishing my shower every evening. When I get out of the shower I have red, blotchy rashes on my body, but they go away as my skin cools. What would you do?
What is the best acne cleanser for dry skin? I have really dry skin and little ance. I use proactive every night becasue if i use it in the morning my skin gets to dry. I would like a good ance cleanser to use during the day or after excercse that will help clear acne but wont overdry. hope you can help! Also I would use this in the shower...so a single cleanser would work best for me.
How to prevent skin from aging (dry and waxed once a week on the face)? I have to wax basically most of my face once a week, even the most sensitive areas. I put vitamin E on afterwards and after maybe 5 hours it goes away. It's also dry skin and I get a lot of acne. I am a teen and already I can see where some wrinkles will form on my face. I a large one in the in-between my eyebrows.
What is the scaly dry skin in the same area on each of my feet? On top of each of my feet, in the exact same place (on the bone or joint or whatever it is that is near the ankle and about lined up with the toe next to the pinky toe on each foot), I have very dry, scaly skin. It is reddish pink and often turns gray or even black when it is wet. Lotion hasn't worked and neither has first aid cream. It isn't painful, but it is very unattractive! What could it be?
How do I fix dry skin without breaking out? For awhile my skin was breaking out and I discovered the reason was moisturizers that I used after washing my face. I tried a bunch of different kinds and none of them seem to work ( I even tried proactiv moisturizer and it made me break out too! ). Now, my skin is clearing up, and I want it to completely clear up, by my skin around my mouth and nose is really dry and almost flaky. How do I get rid of that flaky dryness without having to use moisturizer? I use oxypads, makeup remover, then a face scrub daily.
How can you tell if your pet has dry skin or something more serious? My cat has been licking her back legs like crazy lately and her fur is noticably thinner and shorter around her back legs now. She doesn't have fleas. Coud this just be dry skin and if so do you think adding a little vegetable oil to her food will help. She terrified of the vet and I hate to put her through a visit if I don't have to. Thanks!
What remedies would you recommend for dogs with dry skin? I have a 68 pound dog with dry skin; he's scratching most of the time. I have heard that fish oil is good for that, but don't know what dosage to give him per day. If you can tell me, or have any other remedies that you would recommend, that would be great. Also if you could provide links to sites with relevant information, that would be helpful also. Thank you.
What is good for dry skin that is hypo allergenic? I have allergies to almost all soaps. I use a mild one now but it makes me itch. I have to be careful with the type of c4reams as well for the same reason. I get real dry skin this time of year what can I use that will be ok?
How do you fix dry skin on a dog? Our dog's had dry skin ever since he was a puppy. Even the vet said it's not fleas. We've tried a little baby oil in his bath water, but it helps only so long. Does anyone have any ideas on how to fix it? We have to be careful about what he eats. Just about everything upsets his stomach. He's nine now and it's even worse. I'll try the shampoos though. If anything works I'm sure he'll appreciate it. He's bitten himself until his skin is raw because it's so dry sometimes. We bath him ever week to two weeks.
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