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Do you have any questions around itchy, dry skin and want to know how to relieve it? Ask dermatologist Paula Oliver - £300 voucher to be won

(163 Posts)
LucyBGransnet (GNHQ) Tue 18-Feb-20 10:18:14

Suffering from either dry or itchy skin (or both) can be really difficult, especially if you aren’t sure of the triggers, remedies or what products to buy vs what you should steer clear of. Plus with so much information on skin out there it can be tricky to know where to look! Which is why Balneum would love you to ask all your dry, itchy skin questions to dermatologist Paula Oliver.

Here’s what Balneum have to say: “Balneum dry skin and itch relief Lotion helps to relieve itchy, dry skin, leaving skin feeling soft, soothed and hydrated. Created from soothing active ingredients such as urea and laureth-6.5, our dry skin and itch relief Lotion reduces irritation and locks moisture back into the skin. Easily absorbed, it’s proven to relieve the itch and is suitable for use with eczema and psoriasis prone skin. Balneum dry skin and itch relief Lotion has also just won the first ever Gransnet Rated!”

Here is a bit about Paula: “Paula qualified as a nurse in 1979 at The Royal Devon and Exeter hospital and has worked for many years in secondary care, as well as in primary care as a District Nurse. In 1994 her career pathway moved her into dermatology and Paula became the lead Clinical Nurse Specialist in a busy dermatology OPD and developed many nurse led initiatives. More recently Paula worked for Galderma (UK) Ltd a pharmaceutical company dedicated to dermatology and managed and led the UK nursing team for Galderma. This successful role entailed delivering education to HCPs on general dermatology, skin cancer and photodynamic therapy. Paula has recently moved into an independent consultancy role in Dermatology to deliver education, service development and clinical care. She has published several articles relating to dermatological conditions and has completed a Diploma in Nursing, BSc (Hons) in Professional Practice, Master of Science in Clinical Studies and Education at the University of Brighton and is an Independent Nurse Prescriber. She is currently an active member of the British Dermatology Nursing Group.”

Do you have any questions for Paula? Do you want to know more about selecting the right product to relieve itchy, dry skin? Do you have a specific skin condition you would like advice about? Would you like to know how best to use their product?

Whatever your questions around dry and itchy skin, post them below and we will choose 10 in total for Balneum to answer. Everyone who posts their questions will be entered into a prize draw where one GNer will win a £300 voucher of their choice (from a list).

Thanks and good luck with the prize draw!
GNHQ

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vickyeaston1234 Fri 28-Feb-20 07:19:35

I work for the NHS and only in the winter my hands crack and bleed. Any advice please?! I can't use a thick cream at work as I have to work with patients and wear gloves

cazzar1 Thu 27-Feb-20 20:53:20

I get a terrible, itchy rash when I go away on a holiday in the sun. It only appears on the top of my feet, top of my hands and on my wrists. It takes about two weeks to go away once I get back home. A lot of people have recommended Calamine lotion but that doesn't make any difference at all. Have you any creams to help me?

payens1 Thu 27-Feb-20 20:52:09

got dry itchy skin in my ears, what is the best product for this area?

mandy6270 Thu 27-Feb-20 19:58:35

Hi, Every winter I get raised red , dry patches all over my body, it is very sore to touch and very draining, I can't wear jeans as it is to sore on my legs so always wear something soft. It looks like I could do Dot to Dot all over but mostly so on my thighs and Torso. Many thanks for taking the time to read this

bedboy Thu 27-Feb-20 14:41:43

I have had long term itchy dry skin in the form of corns on both feet. Could you suggest a cream to complement standard corn plasters ?

Fennel Wed 26-Feb-20 18:39:23

Is Ialuset cream good for dry skin?
I have some, and it's very good for scalds and burns.
I also have very thin skin on my lower legs.

Livvie21 Wed 26-Feb-20 18:17:38

What everyday household cleaning products are the worst for irritating delicate and sensitive skin? What should I be avoiding?

greig23 Wed 26-Feb-20 16:14:02

what is the best cream for eczema,

hugshelp Wed 26-Feb-20 13:59:01

is there anything I can do about dry skin on my eyelids?

Bridie22 Wed 26-Feb-20 06:05:10

I suffer from lymphatoid papulosis and use steriod creams frequently, I am finding my usual body wash/ lotions ineffective on dry scaly skin, any recommendations would be helpful.

Shanxox Tue 25-Feb-20 23:40:42

What's the best product to use for eczema on the hands, I work in a hospital so I'm constantly washing my hands and every cream Ive tried hasn't worked

gran1 Tue 25-Feb-20 16:03:21

Whilst I do not have any diagnosed skin issues I have found
patches of dry skin on my legs and arms increasing with age.
Is this to be expected and should I be concerned?

jkenn Tue 25-Feb-20 15:20:46

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?

simbee1 Mon 24-Feb-20 19:10:51

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?

mrsmopp Mon 24-Feb-20 00:02:30

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?

jackier333 Sun 23-Feb-20 23:59:13

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?

Chrissieget Sun 23-Feb-20 23:09:18

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

marymod Sun 23-Feb-20 20:30:52

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.

sarat Sun 23-Feb-20 17:27:22

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

CocoPops Sun 23-Feb-20 08:04:00

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

Lisapaige24 Sun 23-Feb-20 00:32:16

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 ?

Valski Sat 22-Feb-20 19:01:46

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 ?

siggy88 Sat 22-Feb-20 16:13:34

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 smile

kantak Sat 22-Feb-20 09:50:51

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?

Angel17 Fri 21-Feb-20 23:04:27

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?