A 32-year-old member asked:
Is sulfur soap good for dry and itchy skin?
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Dr. Sheila Calderonanswered
Internal Medicine 43 years experience
No: Avoid ingredients you may be allergic to. Consider moisturizers, aveeno (oatmeal) bath oil and witch hazel to manage the itch until you see a doctor.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
What to use for dry itchy skin, that's good and is over the counter?
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Dr. Donald Shenenbergeranswered
Dermatology 27 years experience
Moisturize: There are lots of moisturizers available otc. Some people like them thicker, others prefer thinner like a lotion. Whatever you use should have minimal fragrance or coloring. It's a good idea to moisten the skin before you apply to help lock in moisture. Topical Hydrocortisone can help with some itching but if this is a big problem you should have a dermatologist take a look.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
What's a good lotion to use for dry itchy skin?
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Dr. Robert Bergeranswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
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
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A 31-year-old member asked:
What over-the-counter to use for dry itchy skin?
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Dr. M. Christine Leeanswered
Dermatology 30 years experience
Cortisone cream: Topical cortisone cream (ie: cortaid, hydrocortisone), moisturizers containing anti-itch ingredients such as camphor, menthol, Lidocaine (ie: sarna, eucerin anti-itch spray, neutrogena anti-itch lotion). Also helpful to use aveeno oatmeal bath. And take antihistamines such as benadryl, (diphenhydramine) claritin, zyrtec, allegra. If combining all these does not help, see a doctor for prescription meds.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
What can I do to help dry and itchy skin?
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Dr. Roman Bronfenbreneranswered
Dermatology 11 years experience
Moisturizer: Using a good moisturizer to help the skin stay hydrated is the first step. Some patients like something like sarna sensitive, which has a topical anesthetic in it as well as moisturizers. If its severe, see a doctor, as several systemic diseases can present with uncontrollable itch.
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A 57-year-old female asked:
In am experiencing dry itchy skin?
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Dr. Harry Greenberganswered
Dermatology 29 years experience
Dry Skin Tips: Find a good moisturizer, use it a couple times a day. Consider using creams over lotions since they are more moisturizing. Humidifiers may be appropriate if you live in a dry area. See a dermatologist you may have a genetic condition, which is causing your dry skin.
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Kerasal is very good and so is Aquaphor.
Dec 17, 2018
Last updated Aug 7, 2018
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