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What Causes Dry Skin, Dry Scalp And Nails That Peel And Break?

have very dry skin, dry scalp and nails just peel and break. do you think i have some vitamin deficiency? when my skin dries on the palms of my hand, i also get small cuts because of itching. I use hand cream with coconut base but does not help much.
posted on Fri, 20 Jun 2014
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hi.welcome to healthcare magic.i understand your problem.my opinion is that,
1.dont scratch the skin.
2.take about 3 litres of water daily.
3.take nutritious diet.
4.calamine lotion application will help you to get rid of your problems.
thank you.
hope my answer will help you.
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What Causes Dry Skin, Dry Scalp And Nails That Peel And Break?

hi.welcome to healthcare magic.i understand your problem.my opinion is that, 1.dont scratch the skin. 2.take about 3 litres of water daily. 3.take nutritious diet. 4.calamine lotion application will help you to get rid of your problems. thank you. hope my answer will help you.