How to cure dry itchy skin?

Ever since it started getting cold, the top of my hands became itchy all of a sudden. It's always itchy and dry. The itchy part on my hand began darken a little. Why does skin darken when it's itchy? What are ways to make it go away? And do I have to talk to my doctor about my dry skin?

How to cure dry itchy skin?
I know this is going to sound wierd but try a psoriasis or eczema medicated creme. It will take care of the itchyness and will moisturize at the same time. If you must follow up with your favorite lotion that is made specifically for dry skin. Psoriasis and eczama cremes do not smell pretty. HOPE IT WORKS.





You probably will not have to go to your doc. for this, however if the cremes don't help by spring or summer, (winter is a dry season so don't waste $ on going to the doc yet.)
Reply:ummm...LOTION
Reply:you could try hand lotions that have a itch cream in with them or mabey lubriderm with sea kelp it works well for me not sure about it turning darker really but noticed some on me too till i started using the lubriderm . i would talk to the doctor about it if skin cream dont help
Reply:what u should do is put lotion on at night and in the morning
Reply:moisturizer, feels and looks good lol
Reply:The same thing happens to my hands. You need to use lotion, and lots of it. The darkening is most likely a layer of dead skin. You shouldn't itch too much because you WILL get a rash. Don't wash your hands too often (it will further dry you hands). When you do wash, follow up with some lotion immediately.
Reply:Really good lotion really often. I have a problem with that myself. I use a lotion that I found at lotions and potions and you can get it unscented or scented in ANY scent basically that you want including your favorite perfume. Another thing that would help is wearing gloves and drinking enough water.
Reply:try slathering on lots of Vaseline or other lotion, and then wearing cheap cotton gloves to bed. Keeps my hands soft
Reply:hydrocortisone
Reply:apply wheatgerm oil
Reply:Curing dry skin? Use vaseline %26amp; gloves at night while your'e sleeping. My Dr said to do this with my feet and ankles, which are very dry right now (except he said to use socks). My husband also has lots of dry skin problems and his Dr has always said to keep him lathered in vaseline whenever the problem starts in.





I don't know about the lightness/darkness thing.... A Dr might know more about that....





A lot of folks have problems with dry skin during the winter. I would suggest seeing your Dr if it's really, really bothering you.... AND definately go in if it continues after winter is over. Sometimes it can be a symptom of other problems. Good luck and p/u a large container of Vaseline! You won't be sorry....
Reply:gently exfoliate the skin on your hands with a pumice stone. when you have taken a bit of the dry, scaly, dark skin off, wash your hands. apply liberly a body cream that has shea butter, cocoa butter, jojoba oil , olive oil, and vitamin e oil in it. you can find some of this wonderful cream for you skin at a cute little shop on www.etsy.com her shop is http://pegusussoaps.etsy.com





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Reply:Try some Vaseline Intensive care Advanced Healing skin protectant lotion. You can buy this at your local department store.





Also a good humidifier that puts moisture in the air (Uses Water) helps a great deal during heating season. This gets the dryness out of the air.





RD


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Reply:Try Goldbond Medicated. It's wonderful.





Also, try shea nut anything. I once had skin so dry (but not itchy) that my skin cracked and bled. Yeesh. But the shea nut butter cream I got was wonderful.





Always go with CREAMS, not lotions. When buying these products read the ingredients carefully. If alcohol is in the ingredients DO NOT BUY IT! Alcohol only dries out your skin worse. If you have any lotions in your possession that have alcohol in them, just throw them away!
Reply:Oil is the best cure. Oil massages.


Then when you are done with bath, take some oil in a mug of water and pour all over you. After that , while still slightly damp, use Vaseline petroleum jell on badly affected parts . or all over. Lotions are not as effective.
Reply:Water, Water, Water....... Keep hydrated. I'm talking drinking, drinking, drinking. Heat inside your home dries out everything including you.





Make sure that you apply lotion or cream as soon as you "pat" yourself dry after a shower or bath. Keep the water temp cool. HOT water will dry your skin out more. I have found for me that using a moisturizing body wash helps and than creme all over my body before I am completely dry. Water hydrates skin, cremes or lotions only keep the moisture in. I agree with almost all your other answers, there are plenty of good moisturizers out there, but for for a good bargain, Vaseline is one of the best. There is nothing like vaseline on your feet and than an old pair of socks. Works for hands too. The itching is from dryness. Again drink, drink, drink....water, water, water. Of course, if you try this and it doesn't work or the darkness on your hands increase, make sure you see a doctor, it may be more than just dry skin.
Reply:I think you have to moisturize a lot to get it to go away. If what I'm going to suggest doesn't help you, then I suggest you ask either your Dr. or a dermatologist. Shea Butter-its for very dry skin. Also, you could try Vaseline massaged into your hands and wearing gloves at night.
Reply:moisterize them with a plain moisterizer, if it persists conatct your local GP. don`t use anything like smelly, try body shop or a health food shop.
Reply:you try oatmeal bathes?


I would suggest a lotion with oatmeal. Or try adding baby oil to lotions and use twice daily.
Reply:I completely understand! I found some ultimate cream that works great! It's all natural with no alcohol to dry your skin. Call them and they can send you some for a good price.


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Reply:Ever thought of Lotion =/
Reply:To remove dry skin, try a salt scrub. Drizzle ¼ cup of boiling water over a cup of mineral salts. Next, stir in a cup of olive or canola oil. Then, using old socks to protect your hands, apply the mixture to your arms, legs, and feet. (Soft, repeated, upward strokes work best.) Rinse off in the shower, then run a bath.