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Dry, itchy skin on the face, body, and scalp can be uncomfortable at best and make you feel self-conscious and down at worst. But although dry skin is extremely common, you may be unsure what’s causing it or how to stop dry skin flare-ups.

In this article, we’ll discuss the causes of dry skin, tackle dry skin on the face and body, dry skin on the scalp, and the best itchy skin treatment.

Causes of dry itchy skin

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Causes of dry skin all over the body and face are dependent on the individual. You may have specific dry patches, a really dry scalp, or generally dry skin. So, what are the reasons?

  • Eczema - Dry, itchy skin is often a symptom of eczema, which causes the skin to become sore, red, and cracked. It can appear anywhere on the body, most commonly on the hands.
  • Psoriasis - This is a chronic condition that inflames the skin, creating scaly, dry, and itchy patches of skin. It can occur all over, including the back and scalp.
  • Sensitive skin type - Sensitive or reactive skin often becomes irritated, disrupting the derma barrier. This can cause excess moisture loss, making the skin feel dry and itchy.

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  • Harsh products - Soap, laundry detergent, and irritating ingredients may create dryness and flakiness by inflaming the skin cells.
  • Environmental factors - Moisture-sapped air can dehydrate the skin, triggering dryness due to a lack of hydration.
  • Washing in hot water - Water that’s too hot strips away the skin’s natural oil and impairs the lipid barrier, which is responsible for locking in moisture.
  • A mineral or vitamin deficiency - Certain deficiencies, particularly low magnesium levels, can cause skin dryness.

Use a moisturiser for itchy skin

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The first solution is to use a moisturiser or lotion for dehydrated skin because it can replenish and seal in hydration. The best cream for dry, itchy skin will contain soothing ingredients to calm inflammation, ceramides to heal the derma barrier, and oils to lock in moisture.

The best moisturiser for itchy skin

MooGoo Skin Milk Udder Cream is formulated to soothe and restore sensitive, dry skin. It contains sweet almond oil, which is rich in the antioxidant vitamin E. The oil protects against skin damage and increases cell elasticity, keeping water in and irritants out. 

The moisturiser also contains olive oil to replenish the fatty acids in your derma barrier and condition skin cells. This soothes dryness and combats flaky, itchy skin. Aloe vera magnetises water from the surrounding environment to refresh and hydrate, which is then locked in by the soft, sealing effects of a coconut-based conditioner. 

What to use for dry itchy skin on the face

Some moisturisers can be too thick for your face, and you may want something lightweight that still tackles dryness. MooGoo Sensitive Skin Balm is enriched in gentle oils, aloe vera, chamomile flower extract and gotu kola leaf extract. These natural ingredients work together to plump, hydrate and calm redness for glossy, soft skin.

Best eczema cream for dry skin

It’s not unusual to experience dry skin because of eczema, which can be tricky to treat without the correct skincare. MooGoo Eczema Cream uses lipids, called ceramides, to heal a compromised derma barrier. They form a seal that ensures skin stays moisturised and prevents excess water loss to minimise dry and itchy skin.=

Treat dry skin on the scalp

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A very dry scalp is common with anyone with dry skin on the rest of their body. You may struggle with itchiness or notice white flakes in your hair. The best remedy for dry scalp is to use a conditioning agent that moisturises your scalp without weighing down the roots of your hair.

The best treatment for dry itchy scalp

You can fix dry scalp with MooGoo Scalp Cream, which harnesses the softening effects of light oils easily absorbed into the skin. Examples of these oils include sweet almond oil and squalene. MooGoo’s Scalp Cream also contains the moisturising agent aloe vera, perfect for soothing itchiness and a flaky, dry scalp. 

The cream’s formula combines the antibacterial properties of tea tree oil, lavender, and rosemary to fight itching. These essential oils also stimulate skin cell turnover for a healthy, moisturised, and flake-free scalp barrier.

Always moisturise after showering

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Showering can strip away your skin's sebum (oil) production, which is a natural moisturiser. Without enough natural sebum, you may experience dry patches on the skin. This is especially true if you shower excessively, wash in particularly hot water, or use an irritating shower wash.

A gentle body wash like MooGoo Milk Wash is a great dry-itching skin treatment because it cleanses the skin without stripping your natural oils. However, your skin may still feel dry after showering, so it’s essential to replenish hydration with an after-shower lotion. 

Best lotion for itchy skin after showering

MooGoo Full Cream Moisturiser contains rich and creamy coconut oil to condition skin that has been sapped of moisture. Aloe vera rapidly rehydrates, while honey softens and smooths rough, bumpy skin. Apply the moisturiser onto damp, clean skin and let it absorb before getting dressed for maximum results.

Exfoliate away dead skin cells

Dry skin causes flaking, which can build up and make skin itchy and sore. Using a gentle exfoliator that removes dead skin cells and hydrates the fresh skin beneath is a fantastic way to tackle the problem.

Magnesium flakes are a natural exfoliant that sloughs away scratchy, dry skin while encouraging natural ceramide production to heal the lipid barrier. Taking a magnesium salt bath is an excellent way to tackle dry itchy skin on legs and arms. It can also help with dryness on the back and stomach.

Put 1-2 cups of magnesium flakes into running water and swirl until dissolved. Soak in the bath for 20 minutes 2-3 times a week for glowingly soft skin.

Stop dry and itchy skin with soothing products from Grape Tree

You don’t have to struggle with dry, itchy skin forever. Exfoliate with natural magnesium flakes, and condition your skin with moisturising creams. Heal and smooth flaky skin on your body and rehydrate your complexion with Grape Tree’s nourishing skincare.

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