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Dry winter skin

Discussion in 'Health' started by Tacomasaurus Rex, Dec 17, 2022.

  1. Dec 17, 2022 at 10:35 AM
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    Tacomasaurus Rex

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    Does anyone have a recommendation for defeating winter dry skin issues? I’m thinking of getting a filtered shower head that removes Chlorine and other bad substances. Anyone have access to consumer report and can show their recommendation? I added a humidifier to house and that has helped some but still miserable.
     
  2. Dec 17, 2022 at 10:40 AM
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    MGMDesertTaco

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    Use skin lotion after every shower and multiple times a day. I've seen a huge difference in my skin since doing this.
     
  4. Dec 23, 2022 at 2:58 PM
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    What kind do you use? I’m using Gold Bond but it isn’t taking care of business very well.
     
  5. Dec 23, 2022 at 3:06 PM
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    Get a humidifier or just boil water over the stove throughout the day
     
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  7. Dec 23, 2022 at 3:14 PM
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    Good old Bag Balm for hands/elbows. I get terrible dry skin and cracking in the winter if I don't use it. Its awesome for split cuticles too.
     
  9. Dec 23, 2022 at 3:28 PM
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    Just use lotion like any normal person. The creams are better than the bottle. IE: cetaphil. Also, make sure you’re hydrated. If you aren’t no amount of lotion will make a difference. You’re welcome
     
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    Limiting the frequency of showers and trying not to take really hot showers will help too.
     
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    I use Curel Ultra Healing lotion. It's unscented and the sticky oily feeling goes away quickly. I use it wherever needed after showers and also throughout the day.
    As others have mentioned, you have to stay hydrated. And take colder showers.
     
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  14. Dec 24, 2022 at 11:34 AM
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    Aveeno.

    Blasting hot HVAC on your legs will dry them out, too. And unglue your boot soles.
     
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    I find using Dove soap also helps.
     
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  17. Dec 24, 2022 at 11:59 AM
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    Just bought this today…
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    Gold Bond sucks, this is where it's at.
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    But if you're wanting to smell purdy you gotta go to Bath and Body :anonymous:
     
  19. Dec 24, 2022 at 12:19 PM
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    X2 - a little goes a long way.

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  20. Dec 24, 2022 at 12:20 PM
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