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Suggest Remedy For Dry Chalky Facial Skin
Yes thank you. My skin has always been very good. I ve always kept Washing simple and avoided harsh chemicals. Recently on my face only it has been pale, chalky and very dry.I began taking some prescription drugs and was wondering if that could be the cause. Or I was using Clinique extra gentle for a few months and recently stopped due to dryness. I an now just Using water and moisturizer.I am 49 years old and also seem to having hormonal changes. Please help.Thank you!
Tue, 6 Sep 2016
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Your age as well as new drugs could both be causing dryness of skin. You have not mentioned which drugs or whether you have any other illness.
Hormonal changes at your age, any history of thyroid disorders, diabetes, cholesterol lowering drugs etc can be considered. Also change in lifestyle or environment. menopause can bring about reduced oil secretion.
Use a cleanser for dry skin, maybe even baby soap or moisturizing facewash once a day. Try a syndet based cleansing bar.apply moisturizer with vit E immediately after washing. Check for reaction to any new cosmetics.
Try this regime for a week, and if it shows no change, you can get the hormone levels checked. Your drugs could be the cause so drink plenty of fluids since you may not be able to get off the drugs.
Hope this helps
Your age as well as new drugs could both be causing dryness of skin. You have not mentioned which drugs or whether you have any other illness.
Hormonal changes at your age, any history of thyroid disorders, diabetes, cholesterol lowering drugs etc can be considered. Also change in lifestyle or environment. menopause can bring about reduced oil secretion.
Use a cleanser for dry skin, maybe even baby soap or moisturizing facewash once a day. Try a syndet based cleansing bar.apply moisturizer with vit E immediately after washing. Check for reaction to any new cosmetics.
Try this regime for a week, and if it shows no change, you can get the hormone levels checked. Your drugs could be the cause so drink plenty of fluids since you may not be able to get off the drugs.
Hope this helps
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