Posts in Dryness
Brittle Nails (Split Nails)

Brittle nails are very common, and lots of triggers exist - age, diet, stress, climate, and more. Several steps should be taken to improve your nail’s growth and minimize splitting. Most people get stronger nails from vitamin supplements and temporarily using a nail strengthener.

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Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)

Eczema (or atopic dermatitis) is very common and worsens in dry climates, in the winter, and when sick. All the extra hand washing and hand sanitizing with COVID have not helped. Moisturizers are an essential tool for preventing and minimizing skin flares. Other tricks help as well.

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Stasis dermatitis

Stasis dermatitis (a.k.a., venous eczema) is very common in older adults. It is dry, itchy skin on the shins, ankles, and tops of the feet. Our leg veins get tired, lose their strength, and get leaky. Leg swelling stretches and makes gaps in the skin causing eczema. Treatment includes compression, leg elevation, moisturizing, and topical medications.

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