Bag Balm has been used for over a century to help heal, soothe and soften dry skin. The thick, gooey salve contains lanolin as its chief ingredient for treating skin that has become dry and cracked. First designed for farm animal use, Bag Balm is...
Extremes in temperature affect the broad surface of the epidermis, or top layer of your skin. When wind and low humidity combine with cold weather in winter, normal skin can become dry. People whose healthy skin never reacts to summer allergens...
Dry cracked hands may occur for a variety of reasons and cause pain or interfere with daily activities. Deep cracks are also vulnerable to potentially serious infections. Severely dry or cracked skin requires evaluation by a dermatologist to...
Dry cracked skin on the hands is a disruptive and painful condition that can interfere with daily functioning or lead to potentially serious complications if not treated promptly. A number of conditions make the skin more vulnerable to drying and...
Dry, cracked hands are a common problem during dry winter months or in low-humidity climates. According to the University of Iowa Department of Dermatology, dry skin can occur in anyone, at any age and can occur in people with or without certain...
Along with your arms, thighs and sides of the abdomen, the lower legs are one of the most common areas in which you experience dry skin, according to the National Institutes of Health's Medline Plus website. This condition can result in itching...
Skin rashes can occur for a wide range of reasons, many of which may require medical help to diagnose. When accompanied by other symptoms, such as dry skin and chills, the possible causes can be narrowed down, although multiple options remain....
Winter is the worst time of the year for your child's skin. Heating systems lower the humidity in your home, decreasing moisture in the skin. Exposure to cold, wind and dry air outdoors only worsens the problem, causing chapped lips and skin....
Red, blotchy rashes on the hands are uncomfortable and unsightly. They can be caused by a variety of conditions, from an allergic reaction to an immune system disorder. They may be easily treatable, as in the case of winter dry skin, or more...
Hot, humid conditions that cause your child to sweat are the culprits behind heat rash -- also known as prickly heat. Excessive sweating blocks skin pores, causing the rash. Ointment that traps moisture on the skin also can cause heat rash....
When your skin does not receive enough water, the flaky, itchy effects of dry skin can occur, particularly in the legs. If you experience scaling, itching or cracking of skin, it is possible to treat these effects and experience relief. Changing...
Dry skin, technically known as xerosis, is a common malady, especially in extreme temperatures or dry climates. Wind and sun exposure can dry out your skin, making it uncomfortably itchy and rough to the touch. Dry, wrinkly hands can often be...
Xerosis, also known as dry skin, is a common problem, particularly in arid climates or extreme temperatures. Exposure to sun and wind can dry out your skin, making it rough to the touch and sometimes painfully itchy. Over-the-counter remedies can...
Sore, red, chapped lips can crack open when you eat, drink, talk and smile. Blisters on the lips can make the problem even more painful. Although you can treat and prevent most cases of chapped and blistered lips through home care, mouth sores and...
Dry skin, medically known as xerosis, is a widespread problem, particularly in dry climates or very hot or cold temperatures. Wind and sun exposure can dry out your hands, making them rough, flaky and often itchy. Very dry hands may become...
Dry skin, the medical name for which is xerosis, is a frequent ailment, particularly in extreme temperatures or arid environments. Sun and wind exposure can dry out your hands, leaving them feeling rough, flaky and often quite itchy. You usually...
Xerosis, the malady commonly known as dry skin, is a common complaint, especially in harsh temperatures and arid climates. Wind and sun exposure can dry out your skin, making it uncomfortably itchy and rough to the touch. The palms of the hands...
Dry, red cracked hands become a problem for many people, one that can become quite painful and irritating. Most frequently, a variety of small irritations slowly dry and damage the skin, eventually leading to thickening, cracking, redness and...
Itchy skin, whether the cause is dry winter air, a rash or a recurring skin condition, can be extremely uncomfortable. The constant urge to scratch can be all-consuming, and giving in to scratching can pose a risk of bleeding and infection....
Rashes can occur from a number of different conditions in babies, but not all rashes itch. As with any illness in a baby, look at the big picture before calling the doctor, who will want to know if your baby is acting sick or has a fever, cough,...
Some people grow up with a constant or reappearing rash on the skin that looks like goosebumps, but do not know what the condition is or where it came from. The condition does not pose a problem for most, but the appearance of blotchy skin that...
As research from the Winter 2008 edition of "The Sport Journal" explains, nutritional knowledge among even college track athletes is in some ways inadequate, and even those who possess nutritional knowledge don't have a high-quality diet....
In cold weather, parents tend to overdress their infants, says pediatrician Dr. Joseph Brzezinski in "The Daily Press," an Escanaba, Michigan, newspaper. Overdressing is a real risk because infants can overheat; overheating increases the risk of...
Your child's health is a major concern in your life; when she suddenly develops a strange rash, you want to know what it is and how to treat it. There are many different types of rashes, some benign, while others indicate a more serious condition....
If your infant breaks out in a rash, it could be caused by many factors. Heat rashes are caused by heat exposure or high humidity. Heat rashes are not typically serious, but if your child frequently gets heat rashes, consider bringing the issue up...
Red, patchy rashes are a common complaint and can be caused by a variety of issues. The skin can react to both outside and systemic irritants that cause this symptom. If you have noticed patchy red skin on your ankles, make sure to record what the...
A red rash on your chest can be due to something as simple as contact dermatitis caused by detergent or fabric softener or as complex as an immune system disorder. The appearance of the outbreak can give clues as to its cause. Skin that appears...
In young children, a major diaper rash is often accompanied by an increased number of stools. Diarrhea causes more bowel movements; there are several reasons your child could be experiencing diarrhea. Consult your doctor if your child's bowel...