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A couple years ago I went to my derm because I was itching. He pointed out clear marks of scratching on my side, but I denied scratching, He likely though I was a damn liar or crazy. I think I was scratching in my sleep. He told me it was eczema, and gave me a cortisone ointment and told me to get this expensive tube of moisturizer called Amlactin .
Moisturizing is no miracle cure, but it does help. (I use only the moisturizer now.). I switched to Cetaphil, which I remember seeing at my parents place. This is somewhat cheaper, and like the Amlactin has no smell. It is also a bit easier to apply than Amlactin.
This Doc sees himself as skin cancer EWS, not someone to deal with small issues like dry skin.
So my question is, do I dry thoroughly after my shower before putting it on, or as my brother suggested, lightly pat dry and then just smear the cream on my skin while skin is still wet?
Also for those of you who use moisturizer but live alone like I do, I found a selection of helpful aids to get it on every inch of the back. This is the one I bought. Amazon.com : Body Buddy Non-absorbent Lotion Applicator in Walnut : Back Lotion Applicator : Health & Personal Care This one is pretty good, and very quick to simply wipe off any excess when I am done. I have no idea why they made the handles elastic. I will sew some non-stretching fabric to do away with the stretch.
Anyway, what's the answer, apply to fully dry skin, or apply while still somewhat wet from shower? Thanks
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Moisturizing is no miracle cure, but it does help. (I use only the moisturizer now.). I switched to Cetaphil, which I remember seeing at my parents place. This is somewhat cheaper, and like the Amlactin has no smell. It is also a bit easier to apply than Amlactin.
This Doc sees himself as skin cancer EWS, not someone to deal with small issues like dry skin.
So my question is, do I dry thoroughly after my shower before putting it on, or as my brother suggested, lightly pat dry and then just smear the cream on my skin while skin is still wet?
Also for those of you who use moisturizer but live alone like I do, I found a selection of helpful aids to get it on every inch of the back. This is the one I bought. Amazon.com : Body Buddy Non-absorbent Lotion Applicator in Walnut : Back Lotion Applicator : Health & Personal Care This one is pretty good, and very quick to simply wipe off any excess when I am done. I have no idea why they made the handles elastic. I will sew some non-stretching fabric to do away with the stretch.
Anyway, what's the answer, apply to fully dry skin, or apply while still somewhat wet from shower? Thanks
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