Question 1

i have dandruff and a dry scalp that bleeds from scabs, do you have any solutions? also i have dry skin around my hairline? please help thanks

Accepted Answer

Try hydrocortisone: This sounds like you have what is called "seborrheic dermatitis".  What a big word for something so common!  it is in the eczema family.  Shampoo with t-gel.  Try over the counter Hydrocortisone cream, rub in for 30 seconds 2 times each day whenever the rash is present.  There is no cure for this, it will almost always come back.  Don't get discouraged, just keep the Hydrocortisone handy.

Question 2

incredibly dry skin along hairline?

Accepted Answer

Probably seborrhea: Try using an antidandruff shampoo daily. Likely you have seborrhea, commonly called dandruff. Neutrogena original for dandruff is good. Allergy is another possiblility. If the rash does not clear with the shampoo see a dermatologist.

Question 3

i have 3 patches of skin that periodically shed large flakes: left side of nose, left ear and left hairline about the size of a dime. is it dry skin?

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Could be eczema.: It could be eczema or atopic dermatitis.  See your family doctor.  Use only mild soap and do not wash the patches excessively. Do not apply alcohol or peroxide as it could further dry the skin and cause more flaking.

Question 4

i am working in the air con store all day, how many iu of vit e should i take if i want to keep my skin moist? my skin type is dry skin.thanks

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Vit E Dosage: While a small amount such as 400 iu of  Vitamin E may offer some relief, consider first and forming your water intake. I recommend at least 8, 8oz glasses of water per day. Also, before you dry off after a shower, consider applying a bath oil to seal the moisture into you skin.

Question 5

how do i improve dry skin?

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Avoid over-washing: A daily moisturizing cream used 2-4 times a day helps to heal dry skin and to prevent return of the dry rash. Examples: Cetaphil, CeraVe, Eucerin. Some people avoid creams with lanolin, aloe, or fragrances because they are sensitive to the ingredients. If the skin is a bit reddened, is getting itchier, or is roughed up by scratching, one might add hydrocortisone 1% cream twice a day for 5-10 days.

Question 6

why do people have dry skin?

Accepted Answer

Multiple reasons: Could be hereditary, aging, as natural skin oils diminish, medical conditions such as asthma or thyroid disease. Daily skin care habits such as washing with harsh soaps, can also cause or worsen dry skin.

Question 7

what to do to cure dry skin?

Accepted Answer

Moisturizing lotions: I like water-based moisturizing lotions. My favorites are dml lotion and dml forte cream.  These are water based, and don't have any fragrences or colorings that could cause skin irritations.

http://www.personandcovey.com/productdetail.asp?productid=19.

Question 8

is butter good for dry skin?

Accepted Answer

Butter: While butter has some moisturizing properties there are  less sticky,  inexpensive fragrance free moisturizers that are far better for dry skin.

Question 9

what products can help dry skin?

Accepted Answer

No one best: If there was only one, there would be only one choice in the dry skin aisle. Every skin is different, so what works for one may not work for others. Best to take short showers, soak in tub  for 30 mins and then apply cream . There are some good rx creams for dry skin but are very expensive

Question 10

what should i do to treat dry skin?

Accepted Answer

Shower &amp; moisturize: Take a quick shower, then lightly apply moisturizer (non-greasy type best) to all dry areas (Vaseline Intensive Care / Eucerin / Sarna / similar should work). Depending on your work and amount of time outside, may have to apply couple of times a day at first to resolve, then daily while weather inhospitibable. Continuing symptoms should prompt Dermatology evaluation.

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