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Posted by sick (Member # 9143) on :
 
My skin is so dry. Does anyone have any suggestions that might help?

sick
 
Posted by Razzle (Member # 30398) on :
 
Need to get fats internally - fish oil, vegetable oils, saturated fats (butter or ghee is good, unless allergic to milk).

Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E and Zinc are needed for healthy skin in addition to the fats.

MSM/sulfur is also important for healthy skin.

Sufficient hydration is also very important, and so is adequate protein intake.

Bath soaks in chlorine-free water is best. Epsom Salts or bath salts are good too.

After every shower/bath, always just pat yourself dry, then apply moisturizing lotion or cream to your body while your skin is still damp. The cream/lotion will help to hold in the moisture from the bath/shower.

If you live in an area of the country with very low relative humidity, a humidifier may also help.
 


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