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Dry, red blotchy areas on arms, wrists and on face. Saw dermatologist a few years ago who diagnosed psoriasis but who also advised not using steroid creams unless absolutely necessary, but I have to use it when I get a flare-up, which happens about every 2 weeks, now. Diprobase moisturises, but doesn't hold back any flare-ups. Have been trying out a natural product which contains beeswax, propolis, honey and teatree oil, but not much improvement as yet (and it's very expensive).

DRY NECK - whats best plz

What can i do about the dry flaky skin around my nose.

I seem to have small very dry spots on my arms. So dry you can almost pick them off. Ordinary moisturiser doesn’t help.

What about skin with eczema?

I have incredibly sensitive skin especially on my face around my eyes. What s the best to use to deal with a flare up? Ive tried E45 etc are there any over the counter creams that are best for the eye area? i dont wear much in the way of makeup, in fact wearing makeup doesnt seem to trigger it all.

Is it worth wearing cotton gloves at night to break the itch/scratch cycle?

I have fairly dry skin on my face, so use moisturiser day and night. However, from time to time I get whiteheads around my upper cheek area so I am wondering whether there is a specific type of moisturiser I should be using or should I stop using night cream to allow my skin to "breathe?"

Hi,
I have psoriasis on my scalp that gets very sore and itchy. It also causes scales that look like dandruff, so I can’t wear dark clothes.
I have tried all the over the counter shampoos but they are not effective. Can you suggest what I can use that won’t make my hair lank and greasy?
Thanks

My problem is an itchy scalp. I've never experienced this before and I'm not sure what to do about it. I haven't changed my shampoo or conditioner. Having spent half term with the grandchildren, I even checked for nits Any advice much appreciated.

Geminijen
Double check for head lice.
Shake, comb or brush your hair over a white piece of paper, sink, pillow case.
Just one adult louse can cause awful
itching, the eggs are glued to the hair shaft so don’t move!
It’s only when they hatch you see the little b@@@@@s.

I seem to have a permanently itchy back. There is nothing to see on the skin apart from a few broken veins. I've invested in a back scratcher which brings temporary relief, and how on earth do I apply cream to my back? Also, I have psoriasis on my scalp. Can I use Balneum on my scalp. Lastly (sorry for the long post), I have very itchy forearms which break out in red patches which sometimes bleed. My GP gave me Hydrocortisone which doesn't seem to help. Oh dear, I sound like one very large itch!

Both my 70+ year-old husband and daughter are currently suffering from dry flakingness in the creases of their eyelids, which is sore, but neither will go to the doctor. What do you recommend please, which is safe for such a sensitive area?

I tend to get dry skin after sunbathing. Even short time in the sun with the suncream - results in dry itchy skin. I have tried lots and lots of moisturisers but still no help. What would be your advise apart from staying out of the sun?

Well i noticed that i used to have oily skin then my skin seems to have gone dry when i wash my face and dry it even when i moisturize i have afterwards flaky patches on my face i would love to know if there's anything i can do about those

I tried a free sample of the itchy and dry lotion produced by Balneum and have found it so helpful for my dry and flaky skin that I intend to continue. I had a hip replacement and between worry and loss of appetite I lost a stone and a half and my skin has suffered. I also have varicose eczema and wondered if this is the best product to use on it. I have flare ups and by the time .i can get a GP appointment they have subsided. I am just after some advice. Many thanks ?

I have dry skin on my forehead and on my eye lids which are extremely sensitive and itchy to the point we’re my eye lids and forehead can swell and look puffy I take antihistamines and have used various creams and ointments over the years none which seem to clear it up I used to have extremely red and painful dry skin on othe parts of my body such as arms legs scalp they have cleared up over the years but my forehead and eyelids just won’t get better and the doctors are baffled can you shed some light on what could be the cause of this ?

Please be aware that nurse Paula Oliver is neither a Dr. or a dermatologist as thisisnotme has pointed out above.

Are there any foods that are good to eat or even avoid to help with dry, itchy skin?

I have very dry skin that is sometimes prone to itchiness. I also have eczema and lots of allergies, which makes it difficult for me to find products that are efficacious and not make my skin flare up. My main issue is my scalp, which is dry and flakey, I used to find V05 hot oil really good, but now it contains coconut oil, which I can't tolerate. Anything to help would be really great.

I suffer from Discoid Eczema (this only started badly about 9 months ago) and I use Dermol for bathing and Aveeno lotion with colloidal oatmeal twice every day. I also have a steroid ointment (ClobaDerm) to keep it under control. These were the only products that worked as I was going to have ultra violet treatment if it didn’t get better. I would like to think I could get rid of it altogether one day. I never give up hope! It’s worse at times of stress. Dermatologist said that it’s not caused by stress but stress keeps it going. Any other good ideas or tips would be welcome

I have very bad combination skin. I often have really greasy patches next to really dry patches. What would be the best product to use across my face to handle both types of skin, and keep my dry skin at bay?

I have two conditions, both very long standing. Am prescribed diprobase for lichen sclerosis and betanase for lichen plants.
Any advise please, am at my wits end?

I have such a itchy scalp and have tried the usual shampoo's but they either dont work or strip my colour. Any ideas please?

I used a retinoild for the first time a well known brand and it was supposed to be delicate. The reviews even commented how it worked on senstive skin. Mine however was red and blotch I had a real reaction. Could it be a general senstivity and what could I use instead?