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Will aloe vera help treat dry facial skin?

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Yes, it should help.

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How do I remove a small patch of dry skin on my face?

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The best thing to do is be patient. That might be hard considering it is uncomfortable and tempting to peel it, but don’t. That can damage the healthier skin underneath and even cause infections. Rub coconut oil on the dry flaky skin and wait it out.

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How do I get rid of dry skin under my eyes?

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Using a good eye cream under your eyes would be ideal.

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Can I use this on the skin around my eyes?

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Yes, but you must be careful to avoid the liquid or moisturizer going into your eyes.

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My whole face is dry and every time I use moisturizing cream, I feel like ants are biting my skin. What do I do to treat my skin?

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The moisturizer likely contains something to which your skin is allergic or sensitive. Try a hypoallergenic moisturizer.

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Why does swimming in a salt water pool make my cheeks dry?

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It is because warm water, especially salt water, is dehydrating for the skin. Try to avoid it.

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I've been using a light moisturizer for a long time now, but now my skin is starting to dry up and build flakes around my mouth, including on the sides of my lip. Is it because of the sun?

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You may need to exfoliate your face with a gentle, moisturizing exfoliator such as honey mixed with brown sugar and coconut oil.

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I have been treating my face with Oratane, and now my skin is very dry. What should I use on my dry skin?

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You can use Argan oil (but first do a patch test to see if suits you). Or you can try Cetaphil moisturizer and cleanser.

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What if I used acne lotion and now my skin is too dry?

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Try to avoid oil free moisturizers and, if your skin continues to be dry or begins to get flaky patches, try a little bit of coconut oil to nourish and moisturize your skin. Also, make sure you drink plenty of water.

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Can I wash my face once a day if I have acne?

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You can, but twice a day is recommended. If you have dry skin and you're concerned about that, you can use honey (ideally, manuka honey, raw honey, or organic honey) as a cleanser. It can help with acne and it helps hydrate the skin as well. However, if you have makeup you need to wash off, use a regular cleanser or makeup remover first. You can also try oil cleansing, which should not aggravate acne if you use argan oil, jojoba oil, and/or castor oil. Make sure you use a good moisturizer as well.

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I wash my face with acne wash and put acne and moisturizer creams on, yet my skin still feels dry. What can I do to keep my skin from drying out?

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I've been dealing with the same. Try keeping a humidifier on whenever possible and just keep moisturizing throughout the day. If the problem persists, consult a dermatologist.

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What can I do if my face looks older than my age?

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Take care of use. Use sunscreen and moisturize regularly.

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