Water and Dry Skin

Graeme7777 · 5 April 2008 at 10:50AM

Hi,

The water in the area where I live causes eczema-like patches on my hands and scalp. Is there anything I can add to bath water that will make the water more gentle?

Thanks!

bank_of_slate · 5 April 2008 at 6:34PM

Is it definately the water or the soaps and shampoos that you're using?
...Linda xx

Fern_Merkin · 5 April 2008 at 9:25PM

Theres some good threads on here about dry skin. I would say Linda's got it right. maybe try Oilatum bath oil and if it's a scalp problem I can definitely say the oilatum shampoo is a boon with my sebacious dermatitis. Parrafin based it has changed my life. Hang on a bit and I'll find the appropriate threads.

Fx

Fern_Merkin · 5 April 2008 at 9:40PM

Here we go.

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=826199

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=826199&highlight=eczema

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=812235&highlight=eczema

a few options on what appears to affect so many people.

From these you will soon realise there is not a 1 size fits all policy. It's about finding what works for you.

I have sebacious dermatitis, inherited from dear papa who had no choice in the matter! We cope in a variety of ways. For my dry skin, which isn't eczema, I use eucerin cream. I also use this as a cosmetic night cream as it's so good.

http://www.eucerin.co.uk/index.asp

Tell them your problem and they are very good at sending samples they think you would benefit from.
Go there and get samples to try.

Have you changed your washing powder? Check out the 'Money saving old style' forum too.

Hope you find out whats wrong and/or get something which sorts it out!

Best o luck! FX

Water and Dry Skin

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