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Permalink Reply by Fabiana Couto on September 17, 2010 at 7:18pm

Thank you so much :)

Permalink Reply by DARGIRL on March 29, 2010 at 6:05am

All winter long I have to deal with this. When it gets really bad (itchy, cracking and so on) I do not completely dry off when I get out of the shower. I put lotion (no perfume) all over then walk around the house with a terry cloth robe. It helps with absorbtion. My hands are the worst. I get cracks. Open Cracks. I use a mixture of lotion and neosporin to help fight off any infections then wear gloves to bed. Within a day or so it heals up.

Permalink Reply by Heather on August 28, 2010 at 11:25am

Ive put just straight vitamin e on my dry areas or gold bond works great for me.

Permalink Reply by mistressbinky on August 28, 2010 at 4:18pm

I use plant base moisterizers free of petroleum/mineral (crude) oils. Plant base moisturizers absorb where petroleum/mineral don't. I get 100% sheabutter, olive, grapeseed, avocado, jojoba, coconut oil... Wholefood mkt had store brand and other brands for $4-10. You can also get Burt bees which is sold inwholefoods, CVS, RiteAID etcchttp://global.burtsbees.com/. Trade Joe's sells Avalon organic shampoo and lotion which is free of crude oil. If you want 2 add more moisturizer to lotion use 1 of the oils mentioned above.

Permalink Reply by The Queen of Light and Joy on September 14, 2010 at 5:24pm

I did some reading into the dry skin thing (when I had it) and apparently it's from higher BS over an extended time period. The medical journals that I read pertaining to dry skin (for diabetics) was due in part to the ways that the sugars are broken down in the body (or lack there of) and the acids and liquids that would normal form (in someone who isn't diabetic) and then don't form properly in diabetics (like being really thirsty and drinking loads of water but never feeling hydrated). I did a really good job of explaining that, didn't I? ha ha Anyway, I use Naked (which isn't listed here) it is natural, no yucky, chemical free, great for diabetics because there's nothing in it that may potentially make something turn into something else (like aggravating an cut). The container is recyclable, the ingredients are natural, vegan, and organic. It's excellent stuff.

Permalink Reply by Fabiana Couto on September 17, 2010 at 7:22pm

Hi!!! yeah, dear... you did a GREAT job explaining the dry skin in diabetics. Tks!!! :) About Naked, I´ve never seen before... maybe because we dont have this in Brazil, but as in a few days i am moving to california and i´ll certainly buy it!!!

Permalink Reply by The Queen of Light and Joy on September 17, 2010 at 7:58pm

@Fabina, there's an Ultra dry Naked body butter listed for sale. For extreme dry skin. You might want to check that out too. They ship internationally to (in case you want to ship stuff back home when you move). Good luck on the move! Brazil to California, lots of miles - that must be exciting for you.

Permalink Reply by Pastelpainter on November 11, 2010 at 11:24am

I've had eczema for over 30 years so have become used to caring for my skin. I think the lotion you use is a personal choice,what works for you may not work for me. You need to use a lotion or cream that contains water because it is the moisture that dries out of your skin, oils do not work for me nor for my son who also has eczema. One cream I have not seen mentioned is urea cream, you can buy it in pharmacies not supermarkets, also health food shops. Non perfumed, incredibly moisturising and cheap. There are several brand names but it is well worth looking out for this cream. It was first prescribed for my eczema in UK and now I am in Australia and diabetic I use it on my feet and any area that is especially dry at the time. My podiatrist also recommends urea cream for diabetic feet. Well, I guess my feet are not diabetic, but they are on the end of diabetic me!

Permalink Reply by Arcanun on December 10, 2010 at 11:40am

Hi ladies, I also have this problem. I use Eucerin and pure Shea Butter. I use Dove or Oil of Olay moisturizing body wash. Products with shea butter in them has been diluted. I buy it right out of the nut. You can find pure shea butter in stores that cater specifically to African Americans. Some people put it in the containers you buy potato salad in at the deli. I washed out and dried a Eucerine container and put it in that with a label. Note: Shea butter in its natural form is very oily so you only need a little bit. It will also melt in warm temperatures. If this happens, put it in the fridge until it hardens.  I put it on my feet with a pair of socks. Keeps your feet smooth and prevents drying and cracking. Shea butter comes in a light caramel color and a white color. The lighter color is more light weight but does the same thing. If you don't like the smell, you can find it whipped with essential oil added. This will still work. I have a friend who whips it and adds what ever fragrance I want. I use it all over my body including my hair. It is also good for causing scars to fade eczema and psoriasis, sunburn and diaper rash. Since it is made from a nut and you are allergic to nuts it could cause a reaction. I have a nut allergy but I have become used to the product (I have been using it long before I developed the nut allergy).

Be very careful ordering it on line because it may NOT be real shea butter or it could be so diluted it won’t be useful to you.

Permalink Reply by karebear1966 on January 5, 2011 at 2:06pm

Hi Fabiana!

I make my own moistuizer! I took a canning jar, filled it half way with sea salt, Then I added grapeseed oil, enough to have about half an inch above the salt, and about 5 drops of japanese mint oil. I stand in the bath tub after my shower, with the water turned off, and spoon it out into my hands, I rub it all over my body. The sea salts exfoliate as I rub it on. Then I turn the water back on to rinse the salt off. when I am ready to get out I use a hand towel to PAT myself dry, very lightly. Then I rub the remaining oils into my skin!
It really feels wonderful and is cheap to make! Hmm maybe I should patent it!!! lol

Permalink Reply by Hismouse on January 12, 2011 at 4:27pm

I was wondering is there truth in the kind of lotion you use and if its got fruit or something sweet in it, will it raise you BS? I have heard this, I was just wondering if any one had thoughts on this:)

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