Besides moisturiser, what is the best natural remedy to combat dry and itchy skin?
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Something that helps with dry skin is to take a supplement that includes Vitamin E, B vitamins (1-12), and Omega 3 fatty acids.  These are vitamins that are very important in maintaining skin heath and vitality.  These are also vitamins that are commonly deficient in the diet.  I would suggest a high quality multi-vitamin and fish oil capsules.  Adding these will improve the overall quality of the skin in the long term.  \n\nIn the short term, you can apply baby oil to your skin after you get out of the shower while you are still wet.  Then gently blot off the excess water.  This will lock in the moisture
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Pick up some generic CVS anti-itch cream ... it really helps !!!
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Most lotions have a lot of alcohol in them, and will often burn and sting if the skin is cracked at all, and can also cause MORE dryness.  The best thing to use is vaseline.  Since this is kind of "gooey", try putting in on right before you go to bed.  Or find a good lotion like "Eucerine" that doesn't have any alcohol.
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try B+Drier, it works miracles.  i've tried so many anti-perspirants including certain-dri but they never worked for more than an hour or two.  B+Drier is 15% aluminum chloride, the active ingredient in anti-perspirants, which is the highest you'll find over the counter.  plus it doesnt itch like certain-dri, just make sure you put it on every night before bed for the best results.  and wear your normal deoderant as well, because its only an anti-perspirant.
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You need  to take fish oils, cod liver or  omega 3, it'll help you nutritionally to get over the eczema, then try using cold pressed avocado oil on your skin. It's really thick but it has a lot of Gamma Alpha Lineolic acids which acts as a humectant to draw moisture to your skin, which keeps it from being so flaky. You can also  try cream E-45 it's good for eczema as well.
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I would recommend 2 products:\n\n1. Selenium Sulfide Shampoo (example: Selsun Blue and others) or Coal Tar Shampoo (example: Neutrogena T-Gel and others)\n\n2: Scalpicin anti itch solution as needed for itching.
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Fill a bag of muslim cloth with rolled oats and put it under your warm water bath tap when running your bath. This has a soothing effect and reduces itching. I suffered with eczema on my lower legs and feet for a couple of years and found the oats offered a little temporary relief. But eventually my eczema went away after having a course of cortisone injections. All the very best to you and hope you find something that works for you too.
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Nature's Cure works pretty good. I also think you should wash your face in the morning and before bed and also moisturize. Your skin will be better off when you are older.
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When it gets red, dry and itcy, you can use hydrocortisone cream. You can get it OTC. Do not use the cream for more than 2 weeks. Take benadryl to stop the itchiness so that you wont scratch and worsen it. Keep it mosturized all the all time. I like Aveeno, it is a soy-base moisturizer. Protect your skin from chemicals that irritate your skin by weraing gloves. If this doesnt help, I would suggest you get help from a doctor. It might be not be just skin allergy.
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I have this problem too - It's mostly dry skin for me. I find if I don't drink enough water during the day, I get EXCEPTIONALLY itchy at night. There are still some nights I HAVE to take benadryl to fall asleep. I definitly recommend St. Ives 24hour moisture lotion after a cool shower (hot water dries your skin out even more) and drinking as much water or eating as much fruit or veggies that are high in water that you can tolerate.\n\nSee your doctor though because it may be something other than just dry, ashy skin.
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The Homeopathic remedy SULFUR is a specific for all kinds of itching.\nTake care and God Bless !
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The other answrs are correct, there IS less humidity because the cold air does not hold the moisture in the air.  This often causes dry skin and local irritation.  \n\nThings to do to manage this problem:\n\n#1  Drink More Fluids, water is the best choice for this.\n\n#2  If desired, use a humidifier in your home.  \n\n**This is actually suggested by physicians because mucus membranes (the skin in your mouth and nose) dry out creating cracks in the skin and thereby provide easier access to micro-organisms (bacteria/virus') to get into your body to make you sick.\n\n#3  Use moisturizers often on your skin and hands (especially if you wash your hands often).\n\n  Lubriderm is a suggested product and is used by many medical facilitites.  The best time to use any lotion is after you bath or shower as the skin can absorb and use the moisturizer very well at that point.\n\n#4  Use tepid water or luke warm water to wash.  Hot water actually removes more of your body's natural oils thereby drying your skin out more.\n\n#5 Reduce the number of shower/baths you take (if you are able to) as this washing leads to drier skin.
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Dry skin, how long do you go between washings? Try finding a good moisturizer and drink plenty of water... keeps the entire body hydrated.
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The best thing to use for dry skin is Vitamin E oil, which can be purchased almost anywhere.  The reason your skin dries out is one of two reasons:  either you are dehydrated and should drink more water or you are lacking in vitamin E.\n\nOf course, if you like lotion for the scent, I would suggest a brand called "No Cal".  Mine smells like vanilla ice cream :)
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Curel Natural Healing Moisturizing Lotion, Lavender, Chamomile & Oatmeal Extracts - I used it during the summer when I basically deep fried my legs in the sun.  The doctors couldn't prescribe a good burn cream because I'm allergic to an ingrediant in it and none of the otc things they had me try helped so I went in search for myself.  My legs were excessivly dry and after a few days of using this lotion, they were nice and smooth again (although still discolored).  The lotion is not greasy and smells wonderful as well.  Oatmeal is wonderful for dry, cracked skin.\nI also highly recommend Burts Bee's lip balm.
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I'd try cocoa butter. It always seems to do the trick for me from sunburns to stretch marks. It's a very heavy moisturizer and locks the moisture in for long after you apply. Apply after you get out of the shower.
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A good skincare routine, a well balanced diet and plenty of fluids can help to keep out skin healthy and glowing. \nThe three main skin types are dry, normal and oily. You may also have combination skin, where it is dry in some areas and oily in others (usually the chin, nose and forehead). Once you have worked out your skin type, you can make a more informed decision with regards to which is the best moisturising lotion for you.\nDry Skin: benefits most from quite heavy moisturizers such as creams, and lotion may be a little on the light side. Cocoa butter, evening primrose and glycerine based moisturizers can prove effective on dry skin.\n\nOily Skin: can be controlled through the use of a light lotion, as heavy creams will make the problem worse. Some of the ingredients to look out for include cedarwood, clary sage, tea tree, ylang ylang, and geranium.\nCombination and Normal Skin: should be moisturized with a light cream or lotion. If you have combination skin, you may need to apply a little extra cream to the drier areas. There are many creams and lotions available for this type of skin.\n\nRetinol (a derivative of vitamin A) which hydrates skin and gives it a firmer appearance \nAHAs (alpha-hydroxy acid) which can help to remove dead skin and give the skin a fresher look and softer feel \nBHAs (beta-hydroxy acid) such as salicylic acid, which can also help to remove dead skin and improve the look and feel of the skin \nVitamin B5, which can support natural regeneration of skin \nOne thing to remember with AHAs and BHAs is that they can make the skin far more sensitive to UV rays, and therefore you should not use them in very hot weather if you are going to be exposed to the sun. They should also be used in conjunction with an effective sunscreen. These acids can also irritate the skin, and should therefore be tested before regular use to ensure that you are not sensitive to them.\n\nIf you have sensitive skin you should also opt for lotions that are not fragranced in any way. Perfumed lotions can irritate some skin, particularly on the face. There are plenty of fragrance-free and hypo-allergenic lotions on the market which are ideal for sensitive skin. \n\nFinally, an important thing to look out for in daytime lotions and creams is an effective UV filter or sunscreen. If you are going to be out and about during the daytime, you need to protect your face from the sun and from UV ray, even during the winter months. There are plenty of moisturizers available that have built in filters and sunscreens, enabling you to keep your skin fresh, hydrated and protected.