HappyCamper Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 I have patches of skin under my eyes that are sensitive to cold. I end up with dry, peeling skin usually the next day after exposure to even moderate cold temps. My dermatologist gave me a steroid cream that works well as a remedy for the dry skin, but I am really looking for something preventative. I use sunblock even on cloudy days in the hopes that it will help insulate the skin, but haven't found anything really effective yet. I was thinking about maybe trying the 70's era zink oxide topical (Zinka!), but wondered if anyone has similar issues and something that maybe works? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPS Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 STOP using steriods now! They damage the skin, making it thinner and more brittle. I have had terrible problems with my skin and steroids, while masking symptoms in the short term, have done terrible damage in the long run. I found Aloe Gator gel 40 SPF to be a soothing, moisturizing sun block. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyCamper Posted February 6, 2012 Author Share Posted February 6, 2012 Thanks a lot for the reply. I hadn't really looked at the side effects before and just spent 20 minutes researching the prescription. I was only using it on semi-rare ocassion, but it sure does seem like my mild issues don't warrant something so strong - especially with some fairly negative side effects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Water Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 goggles with replaceable lenses. Clear or yellow for the cloudy days and a darker one for sunny. will suck sometimes from fogging but will entirely keep that skin protected, yeah? I am betting the wind does that skin in as much as the temperature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdDog Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 Try Dermatone. Get the stuff in the tin. Doesn't have a real high SPF, but will protect against cold and wind burn pretty well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lummox Posted February 13, 2012 Share Posted February 13, 2012 Try Dermatone. Most def Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessWookie Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 I live and work outdoors at temps 30, 40, 50 below (ambient)...for me, I use tons of vaseline on any exposed skin and then add a sunscreen over that if sunny. Of course, I use a balaclava, too. I know you are already aware of staying as hydrated as possible. I drink 1- 1.5 gallons of water a day and when I don't, I can really tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coldfinger Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 STOP using steriods now! Yeah what he says, plus you can't be a Happy Camper if you get 'roid rage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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