hi.....doctor..i'm 25 yrs old, my leg skin looks like snake's skin...it becomes very dry in all seasons ...mostly in winter....i used lots of creams bt after some time skin become as previous..once i tried olive oil also ...but now its not effective...pls suggest me something..
Hello, Welcome to healthcare magic. I understand from your query that you are suffering from dry skin. From your description, it could be a hereditary condition called as Icthyosis vulgaris. You should use a moisturizer everyday twice a day and if you stop the skin may become dry again as it is genetically determined. Use a moisturizer containing urea and lactic acid as the ingredients. Apply within 3 minutes after bath on damp skin so as to trap the moisture. Use a mild cleanser like Cetaphil cleanser instead of soap for bathing. Use very little cleanser and do not scrub. Use lukewarm water and avoid hot water as heat can strip away the natural oils from the skin. Hope this helps you. Take care.
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Hello, Welcome to healthcare magic. I understand from your query that you are suffering from dry skin. From your description, it could be a hereditary condition called as Icthyosis vulgaris. You should use a moisturizer everyday twice a day and if you stop the skin may become dry again as it is genetically determined. Use a moisturizer containing urea and lactic acid as the ingredients. Apply within 3 minutes after bath on damp skin so as to trap the moisture. Use a mild cleanser like Cetaphil cleanser instead of soap for bathing. Use very little cleanser and do not scrub. Use lukewarm water and avoid hot water as heat can strip away the natural oils from the skin. Hope this helps you. Take care.