Help with extra dry skin...hormone related maybe?

I've been blessed with a great complexion, what they call here in the south a "peaches and cream" complexion. I get an occasional pimple and that's it. My skin has never been oily or dry, just normal. All I've ever had to use is a light moisturizer. All of a sudden my skin is SO dry. My cheeks and chin, upper arms, back and legs are extremely dry. I've tried moisturizer for extra dry skin, tried putting it on as soon as I get out of the shower to seal the moisture in. It's been pretty dry here lately, but we have a humidifier to help with that. I drink plenty of water. I am 42 years old and technically in perimenopause. Could this be a hormonal issues. Does anyone have any ideas, tips, suggestions etc...?
Help with extra dry skin...hormone related maybe?
It sounds like the change is doing this to your skin.


Look for a lotion , cream or salt scrub (to exfoliate the dry dead skin) with almond or jojoba oil. Those oils are absorbed better and easier by your skin. If you can't find it in the store try Ebay.
Help with extra dry skin...hormone related maybe?
i think you should see a dermatologist...this could be something that requires medication rather than moisturizing...i had a similar problem and they gave me pills and it went away
Reply:Have you tried Cetaphil, Great stuff, doctor recommended
Reply:well try this: put vaseline on the parts that are dry. leave it on for a few minutes and let it dry. then get in the shower and wash it off.
Reply:No. it is not rub bear urine on it. it will go away.
Reply:It might just have to do with getting older.





I don't know anyone whose skin feels as soft and smooth as it did when we were younger...








Also, I don't know how far south you are, but if you're anywhere that's getting somewhat cold temperatures right now, that can dry your skin out in no time.








But it wouldn't hurt (and probably wouldn't cost much) to talk to your doctor about it.


Then you can tell for sure whether or not extra-moisturizing lotion will do the trick, or if you do need some sort of medication.
Reply:Try gently exfoliating before youget in the shower or bath with a dry brush.


Use products that have oats and honey. Or calendula oils.


These help in moisterising the skin and help with dry chapped skin.


They sooth the area. Celendula oil is great for eczema and rough hands, oats relieves itchy skin and sooths irratations.