Dry hands

[rtsmichele]

Cetaphil is FABULOUS!!!!

[mylittlegirls]

Originally Posted by lil louis

I have heard to use Bag Balm lotion for cows, is that the one you are talking about? Have you used it before?

Yes this is the one used for udders for cows... lol I am chemical sensitive to all detergents, soaps and fragrant in products.
It's amazing what this product can be use for. They sell Bag Balm in drugs stores but this isn't the same one. The one you buy at the feed and grain is pure. This product is so gentle that I even use it on my babies for chapping if they have any problems with dry skin or rashes.
I've learn to use natural products for most now and it doesn't have the high prices of some of the lotions you buy in drug and department stores.
I can get a 1 lb. jar of Utter Balm for about $7.99 and it last forever.
My daughter has allergies and her skin breaks out in rashes and this clears the problem in a couple of days.
I've used this for years and it works great. My hands were so bad that I saw a Dermatologist and he was treating with different types of medication but only making the condition worse. I started using udder balm just to see if the condition would improve. The doctor couldn't believe the results and on one appointment, he gave me the money to bring him in a jar. Even he was sold on this products.
So, it doesn't have to be expensive to be good.

Kathleen

[Cha Cha]

Originally Posted by mylittlegirls

Yes this is the one used for udders for cows... lol I am chemical sensitive to all detergents, soaps and fragrant in products.
It's amazing what this product can be use for. They sell Bag Balm in drugs stores but this isn't the same one. The one you buy at the feed and grain is pure. This product is so gentle that I even use it on my babies for chapping if they have any problems with dry skin or rashes.
I've learn to use natural products for most now and it doesn't have the high prices of some of the lotions you buy in drug and department stores.
I can get a 1 lb. jar of Utter Balm for about $7.99 and it last forever.
My daughter has allergies and her skin breaks out in rashes and this clears the problem in a couple of days.
I've used this for years and it works great. My hands were so bad that I saw a Dermatologist and he was treating with different types of medication but only making the condition worse. I started using udder balm just to see if the condition would improve. The doctor couldn't believe the results and on one appointment, he gave me the money to bring him in a jar. Even he was sold on this products.
So, it doesn't have to be expensive to be good.

Kathleen

It is good on dry chapped lips too

[lil louis]

Originally Posted by mylittlegirls

Yes this is the one used for udders for cows... lol I am chemical sensitive to all detergents, soaps and fragrant in products.
It's amazing what this product can be use for. They sell Bag Balm in drugs stores but this isn't the same one. The one you buy at the feed and grain is pure. This product is so gentle that I even use it on my babies for chapping if they have any problems with dry skin or rashes.
I've learn to use natural products for most now and it doesn't have the high prices of some of the lotions you buy in drug and department stores.
I can get a 1 lb. jar of Utter Balm for about $7.99 and it last forever.
My daughter has allergies and her skin breaks out in rashes and this clears the problem in a couple of days.
I've used this for years and it works great. My hands were so bad that I saw a Dermatologist and he was treating with different types of medication but only making the condition worse. I started using udder balm just to see if the condition would improve. The doctor couldn't believe the results and on one appointment, he gave me the money to bring him in a jar. Even he was sold on this products.
So, it doesn't have to be expensive to be good.

Kathleen

Wow, if a dermatologist wanted it, it must be good. I will have to try it. Thanks everyone for your recommendations! It's nice to hear about products that people have tried and actually worked. I have spent so much money on lotions that don't work.

[nneessaa]

Originally Posted by mylittlegirls

Yes this is the one used for udders for cows... lol I am chemical sensitive to all detergents, soaps and fragrant in products.
It's amazing what this product can be use for. They sell Bag Balm in drugs stores but this isn't the same one. The one you buy at the feed and grain is pure. This product is so gentle that I even use it on my babies for chapping if they have any problems with dry skin or rashes.
I've learn to use natural products for most now and it doesn't have the high prices of some of the lotions you buy in drug and department stores.
I can get a 1 lb. jar of Utter Balm for about $7.99 and it last forever.
My daughter has allergies and her skin breaks out in rashes and this clears the problem in a couple of days.
I've used this for years and it works great. My hands were so bad that I saw a Dermatologist and he was treating with different types of medication but only making the condition worse. I started using udder balm just to see if the condition would improve. The doctor couldn't believe the results and on one appointment, he gave me the money to bring him in a jar. Even he was sold on this products.
So, it doesn't have to be expensive to be good.

Kathleen

Is it this stuff? Original Udder Balm: Sooth and Soften Chapped and Irritated Skin

[lil louis]

I have been using Gold Bond for the past few days, and it seems to be working. I put it on my hands every time I wash them. Does anyone know if there are certain vitamins that are for dry skin?

[MeganS]

ughhhh dry skin!!! Mine only get bad in the winter. Last year I started a thread on it too. it's HORRIBLE. for some reason this year (knock on wood!!!) they haven't been bad at all - no more than your normal dry skin. So I just use regular bath and body works lotion and they're fine. Last year I went to the dermatologist and got something called Lammonium LAC. a trick is to put globs and globs of it on and then put gloves on over it (material gloves, not winter gloves) while you sleep at night. It helps SO much. it's NASTY as anything - but when my hands got bad I would have done anything!

I remember one Christmas when I was probably 5 or 6 my brother had to open all of my presents for me because my hands were so bad I couldn't undo the paper.

I really hope you can find something that helps you! I know how miserable it is!!

[Princes mom]

Originally Posted by Patti

I use shea butter and it really helps. Bath and Body works has a body butter that has shea butter in that works well, but when my hands get real bad I use pure Shea Butter.

Bath and Body Works SHEA Cashmere Hand Cream is a miracle cream!!! I got some for Christmas and really love it. I have chronic dry hands, and this cream is unbelievable. I have tried everything and this is truly the best.
($14.50 for 2.5 oz) Worth it!!

[Juliealfies mum]

I use Dr Organics Manuka Honey cream and then put cotton gloves on and it works really well.

[BellaBlue82]

Originally Posted by lil louis

Can anyone recommend a good lotion for very dry hands. I have tried almost every lotion and nothing works. My hands are so dry that they crack and bleed. And this cold weather isn't helping!

I have had this problem for years. My dermetologist told me that I have a mild form of psoriosis (spelling?). He gave me a prescription for Talconex, which has really helped. But if that's out of the question, I use Vaseline Intensive Care unscented lotion. Make sure to stay away from anything that has dye, fragrance, or any other irritant. You might want to think about switching dishsoap, and also the soap that you use in the shower. All of these can lead to dry, cracked skin. If you don't mind dropping $17.00, my favorite lotion that I even used on my tummy when I was pregnant was Precipitation by Origins (I have only used the Vaseline lately to save some $$)... it's amazing. You can also try mixing in a little pure Vaseline with your lotion to give some extra moisture. Hope this helps!

[BellaBlue82]

Originally Posted by mylittlegirls

Yes this is the one used for udders for cows... lol I am chemical sensitive to all detergents, soaps and fragrant in products.
It's amazing what this product can be use for. They sell Bag Balm in drugs stores but this isn't the same one. The one you buy at the feed and grain is pure. This product is so gentle that I even use it on my babies for chapping if they have any problems with dry skin or rashes.
I've learn to use natural products for most now and it doesn't have the high prices of some of the lotions you buy in drug and department stores.
I can get a 1 lb. jar of Utter Balm for about $7.99 and it last forever.
My daughter has allergies and her skin breaks out in rashes and this clears the problem in a couple of days.
I've used this for years and it works great. My hands were so bad that I saw a Dermatologist and he was treating with different types of medication but only making the condition worse. I started using udder balm just to see if the condition would improve. The doctor couldn't believe the results and on one appointment, he gave me the money to bring him in a jar. Even he was sold on this products.
So, it doesn't have to be expensive to be good.

Kathleen

It's funny that you mention a product like this, which makes me think of my other reccomendation: a tube of Corona ointment (no, not the beer, lol). My pediatritian reccomended it to me when my son got a horrible rash on his butt, when putting regular ol' diaper rash cream was like rubbing water on it. It's made for animals with hooves and cracked skin (mainly horses... saddle sores, chapping). His butt cleared up in less than a day. Now I'm on my third baby and it's all I use, it truely is a God-send! I bought it in my Dr. offices pharmacy. I'm sure you could find it online somewhere, but there is nothing else like it if it's a SERIOUS problem!

[celstu1]

Burt's Bees Shea Butter hand repair cream!!! It smells kind of medicinal gross, but it works really well. You can feel it coat your hands and almost make a waxy like barrier to keep them moisturized. I like it. Rub it in well though else it feels greasy!

[Teresamag]

OHHHH I hate dry hands. I'm a nurse and wash my hands constantly and my hands used to be almost always dry. I'm also a skin and wound care certified nurse and through my job I have come into contact with multiple lotions, creams, and potions to moisturize skin. One lotion I've found that is used in hospitals alot is called Remedy lotion, it's from the company called Medline and can actually also be ordered over the counter at Walgreens through their website - Welcome to Walgreens - Your Home for Prescriptions, Photos and Health Information I don't have any financial interest (I wish I did) but I thought I would let you guys know this is an awesome lotion for dry hands/skin. My hands have never felt better and winter is always the worst time for dry hands.

Teresa

[lil louis]

Originally Posted by Teresamag

OHHHH I hate dry hands. I'm a nurse and wash my hands constantly and my hands used to be almost always dry. I'm also a skin and wound care certified nurse and through my job I have come into contact with multiple lotions, creams, and potions to moisturize skin. One lotion I've found that is used in hospitals alot is called Remedy lotion, it's from the company called Medline and can actually also be ordered over the counter at Walgreens through their website - Welcome to Walgreens - Your Home for Prescriptions, Photos and Health Information I don't have any financial interest (I wish I did) but I thought I would let you guys know this is an awesome lotion for dry hands/skin. My hands have never felt better and winter is always the worst time for dry hands.

Teresa

Thanks for the link. I will have to check that out! Is this it? Remedy Skin Repair Cream with Olivamine

[hillies]

Originally Posted by BellaBlue82

I have had this problem for years. My dermetologist told me that I have a mild form of psoriosis (spelling?). He gave me a prescription for Talconex, which has really helped. But if that's out of the question, I use Vaseline Intensive Care unscented lotion. Make sure to stay away from anything that has dye, fragrance, or any other irritant. You might want to think about switching dishsoap, and also the soap that you use in the shower. All of these can lead to dry, cracked skin. If you don't mind dropping $17.00, my favorite lotion that I even used on my tummy when I was pregnant was Precipitation by Origins (I have only used the Vaseline lately to save some $$)... it's amazing. You can also try mixing in a little pure Vaseline with your lotion to give some extra moisture. Hope this helps!

I have Psoriasis too...Talconex works wonders, but I'm not a fan of using steroid creams all the time. When I was younger, I always used Eucerin before bed and put on lightweight cotton gloves or mittens and that definitely helped. But Eucerin just by itself is good too.

Although specifically for hands, I have to say that my favorite hand cream is Bliss. You can get it at Sephora or online, and their grapefruit hand cream smells amazing and works wonders too. I always buy the travel size so I can take it everywhere with me. I think they even have a hand cream set that comes with a lightweight glove for hand therapy.