Dry and Flaky Skin After Using Homemade Cream (Light Cream Maker)

Asked by: mm.bytanda On: October 18, 2015 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

My skin is dry and flaky after using a homemade cream. The cream contains `Light Cream Maker`. What could be the cause, and what should I do?

Answer

Hello, I understand your concern about dry and flaky skin after using your homemade cream.

Based on the information you provided and the previous response from our staff, here is some additional clarification:

It is possible that your skin is reacting to one of the ingredients in the formula, including Light Cream Maker. However, as the staff mentioned, typical allergic reactions often manifest as rash, itching, or redness. Dryness and flaking alone, without itching or redness, may not always indicate a direct allergy.

Dryness and flaking can also be caused by other factors, such as:

  • Severe dehydration: Although the formula contains moisturizing ingredients, if your skin was already very dry or you are in a dry environment, a "Light Cream" formula might not provide sufficient moisture and barrier protection for your skin's current needs.
  • Irritation: While most ingredients in this formula are not typically irritating, individual skin sensitivity varies, and sometimes combining multiple ingredients can cause irritation in certain cases.
  • Weakened Skin Barrier: If your skin barrier is already compromised, using new products can easily lead to dryness and flaking.

Initial Recommendations:

  1. Stop using this cream temporarily: To allow your skin to rest and recover.
  2. Focus on moisturizing and strengthening the skin barrier: Use gentle, fragrance-free, alcohol-free products that are unlikely to cause irritation and contain ingredients that help support the skin barrier, such as Ceramides, Fatty Acids, or Cholesterol.
  3. Observe your skin: If your symptoms improve after stopping the cream, it is likely that this formula is not suitable for your skin at this time.
  4. Consult a professional: If symptoms do not improve or worsen, you should consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and proper advice.

I hope this information is helpful.