https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:09:09 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1098196 Tue, 26 Nov 2013 04:23:44 +0000 JG 1098196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FYI Elly, a doctor once advised my mom to increase her intake of B vitamins to help with her similar type of eczema. Decades later I developed the same symptoms and healed after upping my vitamins, especially the B's. You might want to look into it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1095262 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 03:26:07 +0000 Elly 1095262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sure enough-- exczema! A new kind compared to what I have had in the past. The derm gave me a steroid cream and a hand cream to try out-- the hand cream could be better, so I am going to try out some suggestions when I can next get to a good drugstore/sephora. </p> <p>Thanks ladies! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1093405 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:50:28 +0000 ManidipaM 1093405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hope you get sorted soon, Elly!</p> <p>I have had eczema issues for years and they are a right pain. Oddly, my flaking knuckles just improved from applying the Aveeno Eczema Therapy stuff on my infant's eczematous patches! Duh, I know, but after all the steroids and things I hadn't expected luck. The other time they improved unexpectedly I was baking lots of bread... with buttermilk. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1093362 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:13:26 +0000 Elly 1093362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks guys! There are some great cream reccomendations here, and if nothing else I might have some Christmas gift ideas for the ladies in my life off of this thread! </p> <p>After a week of moisturizing it hasn't improved, so I am going to the derm tommorow because I'm afraid it might be something immune system related (I get exczema on occasion in areas were I have had broken skin and my hands got pretty beat up in the field) or perhaps a systemic fungal infection like candida. The rest of my hands have returned to their normal moisture, but I am still having peeling cracking fingertips. Unfortunately, I can't wear hand cream to school or work because of what I touch there, and I have to use potent soap because of spending most of my time traveling between various institutions and because of my immune issues and all of the germs that college campuses bring. </p> <p>I will let you know what the derm recommends! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1089958 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 04:31:57 +0000 JAileen 1089958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Second for Aquaphor. I use it at bed time for lips, hands, and heels. I used to get cracked fingers and don't anymore, and also my heels are as soft as a baby's bottom. It's like Vaseline but doesn't smell bad. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1089848 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 02:33:55 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1089848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also take a look at the soap you are using to wash your hands with - and see if you can substitute something gentler, like Dr. Bronner's. &nbsp;&nbsp; My fingers sometimes peel and crack from certain dish detergents or antibacterial soaps.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1089089 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 17:19:52 +0000 Von 1089089@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Giving a third to the L'occitane!&nbsp; I put the mega-size on my Christmas list every year, and since I only use it in the fall and winter, I actually still have a half tube left from last year.&nbsp; The big metal key helps squeeze every last drop from the tube.&nbsp; I also buy little tubes for the car and bedside.&nbsp; I have sensitive hands, and if I touch cleaning products bare handed, I get peeling fingertips and scales on the outside of my hands.&nbsp; This stuff is moisturizing with no greasy feel, so I can use it at work and not worry about my computer keys.</p> <p>If you get on the mailing list, they often have sales.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088883 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:45:17 +0000 Anonymous 1088883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you tried Aquaphor by Eucerin? It's like a thicker, more moisturizing version of Vaseline.&nbsp;Mix a blob in with your regular lotion a few times a day. The only downside is it's easiest to apply before bed or when you're watching TV (basically, not touching much) because it is greasy. But it's effective, and cheap!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088835 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 13:37:33 +0000 Ornella 1088835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second trying the&nbsp;inexpensive, non-fancy&nbsp;creams first. Those are&nbsp;usually not taking prominent spots but are&nbsp;sold at the pharmacies (here in Europe at least) with simple ingredients like paraffin or&nbsp;glycerin and no perfumes.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088597 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 03:17:44 +0000 catgirl 1088597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rock climbing is deadly on hands - I use Vaseline at night and sometimes wear cotton gloves (like on feet!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088518 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 02:02:44 +0000 annagybe 1088518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seconding the L'occitane. When I worked food service and was always washing my hands it saved the day.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088509 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 01:50:50 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1088509@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My hands crack and bleed in the winter.&nbsp; I bought a heated muff like the one&nbsp; the esthetician uses.&nbsp; I slather on any rich cream and put thin mitts on and then watch TV with my hands in the heat.&nbsp; It helps the cream to absorb and does a great job.&nbsp; </p> <p>When they are painfully bad, I use a steroid cream. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088375 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 22:22:25 +0000 Elly 1088375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooo-- lots of good things to try. Weirdly enough, my hands were good in the field until we had the really cold week and the cold and wind chapped them-- the dirt itself was fine. I don't know much about hand cream-- I generally have oily skin, so it is a non-issue. Now that I am back indoors, my hands rawness has mostly healed, but I have peeling and tightness and some dry skin. I love the recs for non-greasy stuff, esp. since with the museum work 2 days a week and artifact handling in the lab 2 other days a week I can't have anything greasy that doesn't sink in and can transfer to things. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088366 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 22:06:10 +0000 Parsley 1088366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cetaphil moisturinzing cream (in a jar) is great. It's non-greasy, &nbsp;unscented, and great for sensitive skin. My dermatologist recommends it.&nbsp;<i></i>She also recommends Aquaphor healing ointment, but it's greasier. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088319 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 21:07:48 +0000 Anonymous 1088319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I lightly tape my worst finger tips when out in the field. I don't lose any dexterity but it helps with the deep cracks along the nail that once established are a misery!</p> <p>And nth the advice to get a good night cream and slather it on overnight and as often as you can. I like the Working Hands salve in the green tin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088271 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 19:47:08 +0000 Glory 1088271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can recommend Calendula cream made by Weleda </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088241 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 19:13:15 +0000 Mander 1088241@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had a strange episode of annoying peeling and bleeding fingertips earlier this year, and I used some Compeed brand cream meant for healing cracked heels, which helped a lot.&nbsp; You might also try a bit of over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream for a few days.&nbsp; I also slathered my hands in coconut oil and wore cotton gloves to bed for a couple of weeks, much my husband's amusement. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088146 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 17:18:18 +0000 lyn* 1088146@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ignore the "anti aging" part - this is the hand cream I use. It's cheap when you use a coupon, fast absorbing, and you can put it in your purse without it exploding all over the place.</p> <p>I use it at night or when my hands feel particularly yucky; it absorbs so fast I can use it during the day! And my hands smell pretty!</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/bath-body-care/hands-feet/wild-rose-hand-cream-spf-15.aspx">http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/b.....pf-15.aspx</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088133 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 17:06:40 +0000 deb 1088133@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have eczema and my hands crack and bleed and this stuff is the best I have found at helping with cracking and peeling. I also use it on my legs after I shower and I no longer have lizard skin. I get it at Rite Aid.</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Heel-Rescue-Cream-oz-Pump/dp/B008UBKFGU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1384708062&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=heel+rescue" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Heel-Res.....&#038;sr=8</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088125 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 17:01:52 +0000 Kristin L 1088125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I worked in a soil lab one winter, my hands were so dry that my fingers started cracking. I started using store brand Eucerin&nbsp;(the one sold in the tub, not the bottle) and rubbed it into my fingers every night and wore gloves to bed. It took about a week to completely heal, but they felt a lot better the next day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088111 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 16:50:40 +0000 Diana 1088111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/loccitane-shea-butter-hand-cream/2885807">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/lo.....am/2885807</a></p> <p>This is the best hand cream ever. &nbsp;It is expensive but totally worth it. &nbsp;Super moisturizing but not greasy (one of my pet peeves is people who use really greasy hand cream and then get it all over door handles, the toilet flusher, etc, especially at work). &nbsp;I use it before bed, and sometimes in the morning if my hands are particularly dry. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/peeling-hands#post-1088062 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 16:06:37 +0000 Elly 1088062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After digging in the dirt and being in the harsh weather for 5 weeks at field school, my hands seem to be freaking out. My finger tips are rough and peeling.</p> <p>Any ideas? </p>