Dry skin that I can't seem to fix it hurts! - Page 2

honeygrl · Feb 17th, 2010, 12:17 PM

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I did try aloe gel a few weeks ago.. didn't seem to make any difference. It at least didn't burn like the fires of hell but it didn't stop the itchy feeling either. I did just remember something I used last pregnancy that I hadn't tried this time yet and am going to get some tonight when my DH gets home with the car... i *think* I remember the aveeno oatmeal bath stuff did a little good last time around. I'm hoping I can find it around here somewhere. I live way out in the country and if one of the little stores in town doesn't carry it I'll have to drive an hour to find it. Also going to pick up anything anyone lists here to try too because i can't take it anymore. I was up last night for an hour sobbing because it was keeping me awake and hurt so much.

Aveno oatmeal stuff is pretty nice. I'm also wondering if it's more of an 'allergic reaction' type itch. Have you tried taking a Benadryl to see if the antihistamine stops the itch signal to your brain? I've taken that a few times this pregnancy for runny noses.

I do take benadryl at night for allergies just about every night. I have nasal allergies pretty bad and always have and it's the only thing that stops my runny nose. (zyrtec never worked before i was pregnant and i had a reaction to claritin so i have to stay with benadryl) Doesn't seem to touch the itch though. The itchy parts are only on the areas where the skin has stretched the most.

I am going to get some of the Eucerin stuff that auntcarrie suggested. My skin is actually so sensitive I can only wash with one type of body wash because anything else makes me break out. I can't use ANY soaps on my face at all or I get pimples on it. I have to wash my face in warm water only. I quit shaving my legs too because it gets worse when I shave. I called my doctor today and they recommended something called "Mothers Friend" that I'm having DH pick up on his way home since I know I won't find it in town.

Maybe tonight I will finally get a little relief!!

Seity · Feb 17th, 2010, 13:36 PM

I hope you find something that works. It sounds like you have extra sensitive skin in general, so the dry stretchy skin is just that bit too much.
Good luck!

sophxx · Feb 17th, 2010, 13:49 PM

mine was so dry it was splitting and stinging i tryed everything and the only thing that works for me is jergans natural cream extra hydrating but dont know if you have that in the us??

e45 is no good for me as the parffin in it drys my skin more so be careful if you use that! x

honeygrl · Feb 17th, 2010, 14:19 PM

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Originally Posted by sophxx

mine was so dry it was splitting and stinging i tryed everything and the only thing that works for me is jergans natural cream extra hydrating but dont know if you have that in the us??

e45 is no good for me as the parffin in it drys my skin more so be careful if you use that! x

I looked up the E45 and it's not available in the US anyway. I will look for the jergans tonight when I go to the store. I'm going to buy everything that MIGHT work and try stuff until I find the magic cure!

sophxx · Feb 17th, 2010, 14:21 PM

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Originally Posted by honeygrl

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Originally Posted by sophxx

mine was so dry it was splitting and stinging i tryed everything and the only thing that works for me is jergans natural cream extra hydrating but dont know if you have that in the us??

e45 is no good for me as the parffin in it drys my skin more so be careful if you use that! x

I looked up the E45 and it's not available in the US anyway. I will look for the jergans tonight when I go to the store. I'm going to buy everything that MIGHT work and try stuff until I find the magic cure!

thts what i had to do! ive very senistive skin so found natural stuff works betterx

honeygrl · Feb 17th, 2010, 14:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Seity

I hope you find something that works. It sounds like you have extra sensitive skin in general, so the dry stretchy skin is just that bit too much.
Good luck!

Yep, it's all my mom's fault! lol Her skin gets so dry in the winter that it cracks open and bleeds. I'm just lucky mine isn't as bad as hers. The cold air here is so dry that it makes it all worse. I wish it was summer time... the extra oil in my skin during the summer and the higher humidity makes it all so much easier.

Feb 17th, 2010, 13:36 PM	#12
Seity Other BnB Elite Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ithaca, NY Posts: 12,807	I hope you find something that works. It sounds like you have extra sensitive skin in general, so the dry stretchy skin is just that bit too much. Good luck!

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Feb 17th, 2010, 13:49 PM	#13
sophxx Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 6,506	mine was so dry it was splitting and stinging i tryed everything and the only thing that works for me is jergans natural cream extra hydrating but dont know if you have that in the us?? e45 is no good for me as the parffin in it drys my skin more so be careful if you use that! x

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