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What Causes A Cracking And Dry Skin On Hands?

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Posted on Tue, 2 Jun 2015
Question: the skin on my hands periodically looks crack looking but it doesn't hurt or anything. what could cause this? and what could prevent it?
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Answered by Dr. Urszula Stanko (45 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
keep your hands moisturized.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

In my opinion you are suffering from dry skin. Most commonly chemicals and water causes dry skin.

I suggest you to use over the counter moisturizer for dry skin which includes glycerin, XXXXXXX butter or lanolin. Use ointment or cream.

Apply moisturizing cream after washing your hands. Please note that applying once a day is not enough. Make five or six applications a day.

For the future try to limit the time your hands spend in water. Use warm rather than hot water. Wash your hands with a gentle fragrance-free cleanser and moisturize immediately after drying your skin.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
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What Causes A Cracking And Dry Skin On Hands?

Brief Answer: keep your hands moisturized. Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. In my opinion you are suffering from dry skin. Most commonly chemicals and water causes dry skin. I suggest you to use over the counter moisturizer for dry skin which includes glycerin, XXXXXXX butter or lanolin. Use ointment or cream. Apply moisturizing cream after washing your hands. Please note that applying once a day is not enough. Make five or six applications a day. For the future try to limit the time your hands spend in water. Use warm rather than hot water. Wash your hands with a gentle fragrance-free cleanser and moisturize immediately after drying your skin. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.