thread: Best (preferably natural) thing for peeling dry skin

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  1. #1
    Registered User

    Dec 2009
    605

    I remember once using an ointment on myself, I think it was called Chickweed ointment. It was SO greasy, I used it for my eczema, it kept my skin really moist.
    I personally think it wouldn't be any better than olive oil, but you could give it a try.
    Good luck!

    EDIT: I forgot to say the Chickweed ointment was given to me by a naturopath, but check the ingredients anyway to make sure.

  2. #2
    BellyBelly Member

    Mar 2009
    1,385

    For our baby, who was 2 weeks over due, we used Alpha Keri Oil in the bath (I don't think it is natural but recommended for eczema, psoriasis etc) then absolutely smothered him in MooGoo Udder Cream. It took about a week for all his 'scales' to fall off but it worked a treat! The MooGoo Milk Wash is also divine!

  3. #3
    Registered User

    Nov 2008
    Melbourne
    1,521

    For our baby, who was 2 weeks over due, we used Alpha Keri Oil in the bath (I don't think it is natural but recommended for eczema, psoriasis etc) then absolutely smothered him in MooGoo Udder Cream. It took about a week for all his 'scales' to fall off but it worked a treat! The MooGoo Milk Wash is also divine!
    I was going to suggest MooGoo as well. I used the udder cream on my nipples when I was having trouble with them. It actually worked better than any of the other things I tried, but they have a number of natural creams etc that would work a treat. My Chiro sells it, but I know you can buy it on MooGoo's website

  4. #4
    Registered User

    Nov 2008
    Perth, WA
    2,315

    I've persisted with the olive oil and I can definitely see a difference. His little feet still have scales and his face is still peeling (but I haven't really put olive oil there) but everywhere else is looking heaps better. Feels like I'm basting a turkey, lol....

  5. #5
    Registered User

    Dec 2008
    Brisbane, QLD
    5,171

    I've persisted with the olive oil and I can definitely see a difference. His little feet still have scales and his face is still peeling (but I haven't really put olive oil there) but everywhere else is looking heaps better.
    YAY! That's good to hear
    I put it on DS's face and he was fine, just watch the eyes.

    Feels like I'm basting a turkey, lol....
    That's hillarious!

  6. #6
    Registered User

    Apr 2009
    Melbourne
    345

    I used Lasinoh on both my babies as they were peeling bad too, poor DD had litte sores on the creases of her wrists she was they dry!! Lasinoh work wonders on faces as it is safe for breastfeeding so I figured it would be ok. Congratulations,