MONTROSE, CA Dry skin is an extremely common skin condition that has Americans
spending millions of dollars on lotion for dry skin. No one wants to suffer from
uncomfortable itchy skin or the unsightly flakes and cracks it can cause. ?It is
often a fallacy...
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MONTROSE, CA Dry skin is an extremely common skin condition that has Americans
spending millions of dollars on lotion for dry skin. No one wants to suffer from
uncomfortable itchy skin or the unsightly flakes and cracks it can cause. ?It is
often a fallacy that only people who work with solvents need a barrier cream
like this,? says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Peter Helton. ?Everyday
household items like soap can desiccate and dehydrate your skin enough that the
natural barrier is broken.?
Frequent hand washing: Many health care professionals and people in the service
industry frequently wash their hands for safety purposes. The constant exposure
to water and harsh chemicals usually contained in both common and antibacterial
soaps causes dry cracked skin. Using a shielding lotion that is water resistant
and re-applying as directed can help avoid the cracked fingertips from frequent
hand washing.
Misuse of moisturizers: Many moisturizers only coat skin with a greasy layer of
chemi
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