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It's very common to feel itchy, particularly around your growing belly and breasts as your skin stretches to accommodate them. Hormonal changes may also be partly to blame. Some pregnant women find that their palms and the soles of their feet get red and sometimes itchy. This condition may be caused by an increase in estrogen. It usually disappears right after delivery. You may also find that things that normally make you itchy, such as dry skin, make you even itchier when you're pregnant. Eczema often worsens during pregnancy, though some women find that their condition actually improves. How to get relief from itchy skin during pregnancy ·        Try to cut back on warm baths or showers, and cleansing products that contain strong detergents or perfumes. These can make your skin dry or irritated, and therefore more prone to itchiness. Use mild, moisturizing soaps or pH-balanced body washes to clean your skin. ·   ...

Dry skin is very common in the cold winter months. Winter weather brings wonderful holiday cheer, but it also makes dry skin even drier. And not just the skin on face either! The skin on the rest of your body gets dry to the point that it itches non-stop. If you are constantly asking yourself "why is my skin so dry?" and you want to know how to fix it, here are the things you can do to keep your skin healthy and moisturized year round: How to get rid of Dry Itchy Skin in Winter Put Hand Lotion by Each Sink With as many times as you wash your hands during the day, no wonder they are parched, dry and possibly cracking. Luckily for you, this is an easy fix. Every time you wash your hands, dry them off and apply a pump of hand lotion. It may take a little while to get used to the added step, but your hands will thank you for it when they go from dry to moisturize around the clock. And don't forget to add a travel-size bottle in your handbag for on-the-...

Dry and flaky skin is a common complaint in the winter time. Cold, dry winter air sucks the life out of silky, smooth skin. Other factors that contribute to dry skin include aging, nutritional deficiencies, and a genetic predisposition. There are many lotions and moisturizers on the market to combat dry skin. But most of them come with a big price tag. Natural home remedies are not only cheap, but also quite effective in nourishing and hydrating dry skin back to a healthy state. Home Remedies for Dry Itchy Flaky Skin in Winter Cornstarch You may think cornstarch can only be used to thicken your gravy, but it's also useful in easing itchy, dry skin. Sprinkle a handful in the bathtub and have a soak. Baking soda Instead of using an abrasive dishwashing cleanser, try sprinkling skin-friendly baking soda in your dishwater. Baking soda is also a skin-friendly alternative to jumping in a hot shower. Try a sponge bath using 4 tablespoons baking soda to 1 ...