No itchy feet or hands - I know that's a bad sign.

My midwife did reccomend a moisturizer with menthol in it. My issue is that it's got all sorts of other interesting long-named chemicals in it so I feel uncertain about slathering it on.
That's a good sign then.

It sounds like its just dry skin. With the weather cooling and drying off now, it can cause dry skin in most people.

If your not comfortable with using creams with chemicals, try natural moisturises like organic coconut oil which you can buy from woolies, Coles or an organic produce store.

If the itch does get worse, and does spread to the soles of your feet and hands, I would definitely contact your care provider.