What is the best moisturizer/lotion to use for extremely DRY skin especially with a thyroid disease in winter?
913029
Something with UREA in it.  It is used for people with diabetes as well who have to watch their skin becoming too dry.
171555
Renew skin lotion By Melaleuca. Plus he may have a nutritional deficiency causing the flare ups. Maybe a good Kids vitamin.
434426
yes i developed it after i moved to TX from AZ....but it's on my neck a little quarter size patch, elbows, and hands.....i have been to doctor.....and everything. they had me on elidel, steroids, al these ointments....la la la.......and better than anything i drink lots of h2o and use cortaid from the CVS/Walgreens -the extra strength cream.....and use it religiously EVERY day especially before bedtime......also use A&D ointment (especially for like tops of hands if slit i know how every bend is dreaded...this will help heal and soften skin....put mittens on at night with it ...but let it breath during day -that helps too...same with socks on feet at night )A&D is for like rashs / diaper rash i think it's in the baby isle at stores.....and also don't use any perfumed body lotions/etc. Use like jergens almond regular lotion and same with bath products.......nothing harsh but u don't have to suffer ....just don't forget to use it every day =) good luck~!
150829
Use a humidifier indoors and apply moisturizer on your skin. Wear shoes made of wooden soles and avoid wearing synthetic material. More tips at the websites below:\nhttp://www.school-for-champions.com/science/staticcont.htm
1122469
Try Benadryl cream, witch hazel or calamine lotion. Can also make a compress with plain oatmeal.
507117
If you know what you have, chances are that you already know what these people are telling you. I myself have Icthyosis and I deal with it using a lotion called Lac-Hydrin. It's worked for me for a long time and accelerates the peeling  while moisturizing and concealing the affected skin at the same time. Once the peeling is over, my skin can stay clear for up to two weeks at a time. I don't know if it's still a perscription formula but if it isn't I think you can order it online.\n\nPS. The stuff I use is 12 percent lactic acid
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Okay, go to Wal-Mart and go to the hand & lotion dept. There you'll find a cream called "UDDERLEY SMOOTH" tonight when you go to bed, "smother" your hands in this and put a pair of gloves on and wear them over night. They use this cream on cow udders to keep them from chapping, so you "know" it's got to be good for our skin. I have dry skin all over, and it works great for me, okay? Good luck. P.S. It's only 1.99 per tube!
195311
Maybe just really bad dry skin or a slight allergic reaction to something?  If lotion doesn't help, try putting some hyrdrocortisone cream on it.
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You can try many different types of ways to help this. I personally use a moisturizng soap and then vaseline or some other kind of intensive care lotion since my skin does crack a lot in the winter. Just try something for extra dry skin and the crack on your skin should disappear and stop growing.
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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.
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you can use calamine lotion, but you will have pink spots all over you.  My son used, alcohol wipes. it dried up the poison oak quick and helped a little with the itching.
276307
If your baby's eczema is the dry type, I would recommend you try Aqueous Cream from Boots the Chemist, or any other big pharmacy.  It is a simple emollient, without any lanolin or steroid, and can be used as a "soap" as well as a moisturiser.  It's kept body and soul together for me for years and I could not get by without it.  Expect to pay about £2.90 for a 500g tub, so it's really good value as well.
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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 :)
526799
your skin could be very dry use good moisturisers also check with your doc for any allergies
153605
Dry skin, how long do you go between washings? Try finding a good moisturizer and drink plenty of water... keeps the entire body hydrated.
742405
Do you mean a household item that can be used to moisturise skin?  olive oil is wonderful although I'd be very gentle putting it on my face.  other oils would work too.
36625
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.