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Skin a mess :(

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PuckyMup · 18/05/2015 21:23

Help! My skin is a mess :( My T zone is all pore-y and greasy, I have breakouts all over my face BUT its also really dry :(

My hands are permanently dry no matter what I use on them or how much and now I seem to be getting dry skin on my arms and legs.

I've tried Dove and Nivea on my body/hands, and then also the lush helping hands, norwegian formula stuff and soap and glory hand cream. I've tried using t-tree wipes, plain water and an oatmeal soap for my face - not at once.

How do I fix this? What do I need to add or cut out of my diet and what lotions and potions do you lovely ladies recommend?

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Walkingonsunshine00 · 18/05/2015 21:29

Have you tried just simply drinking more water? Smile

PuckyMup · 18/05/2015 21:51

I drink 3l a day, is that not enough?

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Back2Two · 18/05/2015 21:54

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Walkingonsunshine00 · 18/05/2015 21:55

Yes that's definitely enough (I think!) you could try Aveeno moisturising cream on dry areas?
And make sure you cleanse morning and night with a good cleanser - and take all make up off (if you wear it)

nowttodowithme · 18/05/2015 22:03

I had this, had a blood test and had very low iron.

Maybe worth a trip to your GP?

PuckyMup · 18/05/2015 22:03

No make up but will have a look for a good cleanser. Will investigate that thread, thanks :)

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PuckyMup · 18/05/2015 22:09

I had bloods in Feb and my iron was low then (but nothing was done) so that might be worth an investigation, thanks :)

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Allie82 · 19/05/2015 21:18

Try having a weekly soak in a bath with oilatum in. It's nice because it's milky not oily. I use the junior one.

I highly recommend Aveeno body lotion for arms/legs and sounds weird, but try an facial oil cleanser, it will help balance your face. The una Brennan vit c one is really good.

I also shave with aqueous cream which really helps too xx

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