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Oily skin through last year. 28 and very suddenly dry and aging. always looked young for my age. something feels off about how sudden and dry this is.

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WHAT: has your fluid intake been like lately??? One of the most common reasons for "sudden" dryness of the skin is DEHYDRATION! Try increasing your fluid intake for a week or so!! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 4/9/2016

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A member asked:

Oily skin through last year. 28 and very suddenly dry and aging. always looked young for my age. something feels off about how sudden and dry this is.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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