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Waxy layer on skin after taking bath. water irritates skin and then a waxy layer develops on the skin. what is it pls tell is it irritant dermatitits?

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Dermatitis: If you are talking about the face it is possibly acne. A photo would be helpful.

Answered 1/4/2016

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

External: causes such as soap and minerals in water can put deposits on the skin. Trying a different wash. Distilled water can be gotten very inexpensively here. With the addition of slight bit of lemon juice won't have the same composition. Then different soaps, just to see what is occurring.

Answered 10/17/2015

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