XEROSIS

Dry dermatitis (xerosis cutis), is an extreme case of dry or xerotic skin. When cells of the stratum corneum dry out and start peeling, the skin becomes scaly. This results in the accumulation of loose keratin scales which can vary in size and texture, from fine and delicate, to medium, coarse or layered. The scales are usually dry, brittle and shiny but, in some cases, may also be oily and dull. Their color may vary from whitish-gray to yellow, or from brown to silver.

What does xerosis on the legs look like?

Exfoliative Dermatitis is manifested in the initial stage by diffuse erythema that develops very rapidly with elements that may be fine or rather large-leaved In this case, pathological dryness is associated with cracking of the superficial layer of the skin. These are linear cracks that usually form on the legs, arms, fingers, hands and feet due to the extreme lack of water and lipids in the stratum corneum and which resemble the cracks that form in arid soil.
Dermatitis is very itchy and, at times, equally painful. People react to the severe itching by scratching the affected area, but doing so increases the formation of more scales, scabs, and the risk of causing further injury.

Treatment for xerosis on the legs

Outwith medical intervention and for at-home treatment:

• Wash the legs and body every morning with the gentle, non-foaming Eudermic Cleansing Base.
• After washing and drying, apply Extreme Emollient Ointment. Apply the Ointment again in the evening.

In this way the skin becomes hydrated again and recovers lost fats.
When the inflammation and itching phase prevails, it is necessary:

• suspend all types of washing
• Apply Dermictiol Cream in the morning, which soothes skin thanks to its healing, anti-inflammatory and anti-itching properties.

CLEANSING

Once the xerosis has regressed, use Eudermic Cleansing Base for washing once a day.

PREVENTION

Use Eudermic Cleansing Base once a day for skin cleansing. Continue applying Extreme Emollient Ointment every morning and evening.