Dry skin

[Darrell_M]

Over the last few months i have started to get a problem with dry skin, I used to only wash my face a couple of times a week (yes i know wrong) ok now i have to wash every day but i cant keep up with the build up of dry skin on my face.

I've tried all sort of soaps and aromatherapy oils.

Darrell

[skyep]

Darrell - Have you tried E45? I know I keep plugging it on here, but it's really good! Go for the creme in a tub, it go's further, don't apply it neat, put a small blob in the palm of your hand & mix with a tiny bit of water, in a few days you should see a difference.

[cheerioHobo]

ashing everyday could actually be drying your skin out even more, try using a good moisturiser for dry skin after you have washed. i agree E45 is very good for dry skin! especially on the chicken skin (the elbow skin) and knees.
Good luck!
xxxxx

[cheerioHobo]

*washing, even, not ashing

[cutislaserclinic]

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[Anne113]

Cool climates and dry indoor heat is the main cause for dry skin. The lack of humidity, both inside and outside, leaches the skin of its moisture, leaving it feeling flaky, itchy, and very dry. Taking long, hot showers or baths may also strip your skin of its natural oils, causing dryness. Also, being over 40 years of age; living in a dry, cold, or low-humidity climate; swimming frequently in chlorinated pools; or having a job that requires a lot of hand-washing can dry out our skin too.

There are a number of preventive measures and treatments we can employ to soothe our skin.
● Use a humidifier in your room to release some moisture into the air. A research by ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers) shows that the ideal indoor humidity level is about 40%-60%. Failure to maintain proper humidity can lead to a variety of health risks. Good brands such as Dyson, Keecoon, Panasonic, etc.
● Apply moisturizer to your face and body before going outside.
● !!!!! Limit shower time and use warm water to retain your skin's natural oils, which help hold in moisture. If daily showers are on the docket, use warm water instead of hot water and limit the amount of time you spend in the shower or bath within 15 minutes.
● Use a gentle cleanser and soap.

If your skin continues to be itching and there's redness or scaling, or if there are open sores from scratching, try talking with your health care provider or dermatologist to have your skin checked out.

All the best.