Washing and daily exposure
Frequent washing, long hot baths, detergents and repeated wet work can strip or irritate the outer barrier.
Dry, uncomfortable skin?
Care for your skin barrier.
Flaking, tightness and cracks can make everyday life uncomfortable. Find out what may be causing the dryness and what can help.
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Years of experienceWhat is xerosis?
Xerosis is the medical name for dry skin. The outer skin layer does not hold moisture as well as it should, leaving the surface rough, flaky or less flexible.
It can affect the face, hands, legs or other areas. Some dryness improves with regular skin care; persistent or inflamed patches need an examination to check for another condition.
How dry skin can feel.
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Tight, rough or flaky
You may notice fine scales, an ashy look or tightness after washing.
- 02
Itchy or sensitive
Dry areas can itch or sting. Repeated scratching may further irritate the surface.
- 03
Cracked or sore
More severe dryness can cause fissures, especially on hands and feet. Bleeding, painful or infected cracks need medical care.
What may be drying your skin?
Age and environment
Skin often becomes drier with age. Low humidity, wind and prolonged air-conditioning may add to the problem.
Medicines or a skin condition
Eczema and some other conditions can look dry. Medicines and wider health factors can also contribute; discuss new or persistent changes with your doctor.
Explore eczema careSmall changes that can help.
- 01
Keep washing gentle
Use warm rather than hot water and keep washes short. Choose a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser and pat the skin dry.
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Moisturise while skin is damp
Apply a cream or ointment soon after washing and again when needed. Choose a product that feels comfortable rather than one that stings.
- 03
Protect hands at work
Reduce unnecessary contact with detergents and wet work. Use suitable protective gloves, changing them if the inside becomes damp.
- 04
Give sore skin a break
Avoid scrubs, harsh exfoliants and picking at flakes. Irritated skin needs a gentler routine.
Treatment depends on the cause.
A suitable moisturiser
The texture and ingredients can be adjusted for the area and severity. Your dermatologist may suggest a specific product for persistent dryness.
Treating inflammation
If there is eczema or another inflamed rash, moisturiser may be only one part of the plan. Medication should match the diagnosis and body area.
Explore eczema careChecking ongoing dryness
If dryness is widespread, new or not improving, your clinician reviews medicines, daily exposures and health history. Tests are chosen only when the findings suggest a need.
OUR PROCEDURE
What happens at your consultation?
STEP 01
Note your symptoms and routine
- Bring the details
List your products, medicines, work exposures and what you have already tried.
- Describe the change
Tell us where the dryness occurs, how long it has lasted and whether itching, pain or a rash is present.
STEP 02
Check the skin and possible causes
- Examine the areas
Your clinician checks the pattern, cracking and any signs of inflammation or infection.
- Agree on a practical plan
Discuss moisturising, changes at home or work and any treatment needed for an underlying condition.
STEP 03
Follow the routine and review
- Keep it manageable
Tell the team if a product stings, is difficult to apply or does not fit your day.
- Review persistent symptoms
If the plan is not helping, a further examination can guide changes instead of repeatedly switching products yourself.
When does dryness need medical care?
- 01
It interferes with daily life
Book an assessment if itching disturbs sleep, cracks keep returning or regular moisturising is not helping.
- 02
There is a persistent rash
Dryness with thick, inflamed or unusual patches may be eczema or another skin condition.
- 03
It may be infected
Seek prompt medical care for spreading warmth or swelling, increasing pain, discharge or fever. These need more than moisturiser.
IN OUR PATIENTS’ WORDS
Consultation experiences.
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MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND YOUR CARE
Meet our doctors.
01Is xerosis different from dry skin?
Xerosis is the medical term for dry skin. It describes the dryness, while the cause can vary.
02Is dry skin always eczema?
No. Dry skin can occur on its own. An itchy, inflamed or recurring rash may be eczema and should be assessed.
03Is a cream better than a lotion?
Very dry skin often benefits from a richer cream or ointment. The best choice also depends on the body area, climate and what your skin tolerates.
04Should I scrub away the flakes?
Scrubbing can further irritate dry skin. Start with gentle washing and moisturising; ask your dermatologist about persistent thick scaling.
05Why does my skin feel dry after washing?
Hot water and harsh cleansers can remove protective surface oils. Shorter warm washes and prompt moisturising may help.
06Do I need blood tests?
Not everyone does. Examination and history come first. Tests may be useful if there are signs of an underlying health condition.
07Can medicines cause dryness?
Some can contribute. Tell your doctor what you take, but do not stop prescribed medicine on your own.
08Will it keep coming back?
It may recur if the triggers or a tendency to dryness remain. A routine that fits your day can help maintain comfort, with review if symptoms change.
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