I need a natural remedy for skin problems - Dry Hands!?

Question

I usually don't have dry skin... but in the cold, if it's winter, or my hands get wet with cold water, the skin on my hands starts drying, cracking and bleeding. It has become painful, as I can even feel it now when I type. I can't use lotions, as they burn terribly. I try to use vaseline and sleep with gloves on so I don't scratch, but nothing seems to make it go away completely. It's nowhere else on my body, just my hands. Please help!

Answer 1

I am going thru the SAME thing...and Its so frustrating. I am going to be honest with you...NOTHING is going to work. All we can do is keep our skins soaked in any good moisturizer and wait for the winter season to end. What we have is , is a form of Xeroderma. It is is a very common condition. It happens more often in the winter where the cold air outside and the hot air inside creates a low relative humidity. This causes the skin to lose moisture and it may crack and peel. Bathing/showering too frequently, especially if one is using harsh soaps, may also contribute to xeroderma. Xeroderma can also be caused by a deficiency of vitamin A, systemic illness, overexposure to sunlight or some medication.

Consult your dermatologist if the condition gets worse.

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Try Lanolin and Vaseline together the problem is the cold and it is drying your skin - make sure to wear good gloves during the day this is a major problem in severe weather. There is a great product called Utter Balm that works the best see if your local drug store carries it, it has lanolin, petroleum and vitamins + minerals to heal and protect your skin. Good Luck!

Answer 3

Corn Husker's Lotion
* Oil Free
* Heavy Duty Hand Treatment
Corn Huskers Lotion provides fast penetrating action. Moisturizes and softens dry skin. Also, soothes discomfort of irritated, chapped or cracked skin.

You can find it at some drug stores (Rite Aid, Walgreens) or order it online.

Answer 4

First of all avoid lotions that contain mineral oil, alcohols of any kind, or petroleum. Products with lanolin are good, someone mentioned utter creams. Vitamin E oil, Shea Butter, and food grade Almond Oil are my favorite lotions to use.

When you go to bed cover your hands in lotion of your choice with a thick layer. Either use a sock to cover your hand or there are moisture barrier gloves that you can by in the beauty section at your grocery store.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

care2.com has many natural,homede skin hair and body recipes(go to the Healthy Living page).I have heard that borage is amazing for skin problems.There is a brand of lotion based completely on borage(I know you said you can't use lotion,but maybe once you get the problem under control you could try this to keep managing it).Also,have you tried udder balm?If all else fails,go to a dermatologist.

Answer 7

I have had the same problem for a number of years and tried many things. This year I have been trying Vicks VapoRub. Heard this years ago but had forgotten about it. It is doing great for me. I put lots on at night--it is pretty greasy--but by morning, my hands feel great.

Answer 8

lots of moisterizing. lotions and ointments. like Eucerin aquaphor. Check w/ doc or dermatologist to make sure it's not a "fungus" or exzema. That would need a topical steroid or an anti-fungal cream.

Answer 9

Use aloe vera.
They also have sensitive lotions( with vaseline) use the kind with no sent.