Skin dryness white skin flaky nose side chin and eye brows - #10771
"Hi doctor, I've been experiencing flaky skin on my nose, side chin, and eyebrows, and I'm concerned about the dryness and white flakes. I've tried using Sebamed gel, but I'm not sure if it's the right product for my skin type. Could you please advise on the possible causes of my flaky skin and recommend some suitable treatments or products? I'd greatly appreciate your guidance
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Hello dear Please follow below instructions Apply aloevera gel Apply zincoderm twice a day for 1 week Take biotin In case of no improvement consult dermatologist Regards
Helo Sreelekshmi ,
Try 1.Cetaphil moisturiser daily twice 2. 8-10 glasses of water in take (1 litter per 25 kg) 3.use sun screen attest 20 minutes before sun exposure 4. If possible apply Hyaluronic Acid serum at night before applying moisturiser at night.
Kindly consul Dermatologist if still concerning
Do follow up With regards Dr.ZahirZolih
This is seborrheic dermatitis
RX, 1) Shampoo Ketostar Use on your wet scalp and keep for 5 mins then rinse it off , 2 times a week for 4 weeks 2) Tab Limcee 500 1 tab twice daily after meal for 8 weeks 3) use gentle cleanser for face Thank you
Likely Diagnosis: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Mild to Moderate) Contact dermatitis Psoriasis
Treatment Gentle Cleansing (AM & PM) Use a non-foaming, fragrance-free cleanser:
Cleansers:
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser Or Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water (PM)
Twice daily, after cleansing Moisturizers (non-comedogenic): CeraVe Moisturizing Cream (contains ceramides + hyaluronic acid)
Ketoconazole 2% cream apply once daily at night for 2 -4 week on lesion
Exfoliating scrub Minimalist 2% Salicylic Acid Serum (only on nose/chin, avoid sensitive skin) Once weekly
Take Omega-3 rich foods (flaxseed, fish oil), cut refined sugar
Visit dermatologist if flakes become red, itchy, or crusty
If spread to ears, chest, or eyelids
If no relief after 4 weeks of this regimen
Flaky skin around the nose, chin, and eyebrows is often due to dryness or mild skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis. Sebamed gel is gentle but may not be enough; switching to a richer, fragrance-free moisturizer can help. If the flaking continues or worsens, it’s best to consult a dermatologist for proper evaluation and care.
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