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Concerns About Severe Dry Skin and Cracked Hands
Skin and Hair Disorders
Consultation #49338
155 days ago
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Concerns About Severe Dry Skin and Cracked Hands - #49338

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I'm concerned about dry skin, cracked hands, peeling, dry lips, constant cracking until they bleed. I apply cream and balm, but it doesn't help. What could it be and how can I treat it?

How long have you been experiencing these skin issues?:

- 1-4 weeks

Do you notice any specific triggers for your skin condition?:

- Cold weather

How would you describe your overall hydration levels?:

- I drink plenty of water daily
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Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
154 days ago
5

-Diagnosis: Twak Rukshata / Vataja Kshata Rx (Internal) Gandhak Rasayan – 1 tab BD after meals with lukewarm water Khadirarishta – 15 ml + equal water BD after meals Triphala Churna – ½ tsp at bedtime with warm water or milk -Rx (External) Shatadhauta Ghrita – local application on hands/lips 3–4× daily (or plain cow ghee if unavailable) Jatyadi Taila – apply at night on cracks/fissures -Pathya (Do’s) Warm, oily foods; add ghee daily Protect hands from cold; avoid excessive washing Use mild, herbal cleansers only Apathya (Don’ts) Cold, dry, packaged foods Very hot water, alcohol-based sanitizers Excess tea/coffee Follow-up: 7–10 days -Cover hands with plastic gloves or cing film after applying ghee or cream so that it stay there. - if no relief in 10 days , once consult offline to proper examinate

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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
154 days ago
5

Hello I get how annoying and painful it can be when your hands are super dry and cracked, your skin is peeling, your lips hurt, and everything just feels tight. It sucks when creams don’t even help! It’s usually not just a surface thing – it’s often coming from something deeper inside your body. The good news is Ayurveda can help figure it out and fix it. Don’t worry, it can be fixed! YOUR CONCERN – Your hands are seriously dry and cracked and bleed. – Your skin is peeling. – Your lips are dry and hurt. – Creams don’t do anything. – It gets worse when it’s cold. – How long: 1–4 weeks WHAT AYURVEDA SAYS: It’s called Vata-Pitta Dushti with Rasa Dhatu Kshaya, which basically means: – Cold weather makes Vata worse. – Vata sucks the moisture out of your skin. – Pitta makes you burn, peel, and crack. – Rasa Dhatu (your body’s fluids) isn’t strong, so your skin can’t hold onto oil and water. So, even if you drink tons of water, it’s not really getting to your skin. WHY THIS HAPPENS: – Too much tea/coffee – Skipping meals – Stress – Being out in the cold – Eating dry, spicy, or processed stuff –Not enough lubrication inside Creams won’t fix it because the dryness is coming from the inside. WHAT WE’RE TRYING TO DO: – Stop the cracking and bleeding – Get moisture back inside – Heal your lips and hands –Keep it from coming back in the winter WHAT AYURVEDA CAN DO: 1.Mahatikta Ghrita ½ teaspoon twice a day before eating (Helps your skin and calms things down) 2. Arogyavardhini Vati 1 tablet twice a day after eating (Cleans your liver and helps your skin heal) 3.Gandhak Rasayan 1 tablet twice a day after eating (Helps your skin grow back) 4. Avipattikar Churna ½ tsp at night with warm water (Cools you down and gets rid of dryness inside) TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF (Important!) At night – Mix ghee (cow butter) with coconut oil – Put a thick layer on your hands and lips – Wear cotton gloves – Don’t wash your hands too much with soap WHAT TO EAT: –Ghee – Warm milk –Rice –Moong dal –Vegetable soups –Dates – Coconut ❌ AVOID – Tea/coffee – Biscuits, bakery stuff – Dry foods – Super spicy food – Cold drinks HOW LONG UNTIL IT GETS BETTER? –Cracking should stop in about a week or so. –Your skin should feel soft again in 3–4 weeks. This isn’t just a skin problem – it’s a Vata-Pitta dryness thing. Once you get the lubrication back inside, your skin will get better on its own. You’ll start feeling better soon! Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate

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Dr. Nayan Wale
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
154 days ago
5

Use a gentle herbal cleanser to cleanse the face and neck; then apply a hydrating serum. Follow this up with a strong sunscreen - this is a must, even during winter, as UV rays are likely to be harsh in winter. (For the night routine, you might want to add a few drops of Kumkumadi Oil and leave out the sunscreen.) Check out specific Ayurvedic remedies for winter skin care, but bear in mind that these must be matched to individual constitutions (prakriti), and are therefore best undertaken under a vaidya’s guidance. Herbs and formulations that may be consumed to reduce dryness, inflammation, and toxins in the system include Ghritam, Haridrakhandam, Khadirarishtam, Brahma Rasayanam, and Triphala. These should be taken as recommended by an Ayurvedic doctor.Medicated oils, ghee, and herbal creams are recommended for external use to restore moisture and reduce itching. Time-tested legacy Ayurvedic brands are a good choice for medicated oils and ghee. Preventive routines focus on strengthening the skin barrier, calming Vata, detoxifying the system, and pacifying inflammatory responses. • Practising Ayurvedic oil-pulling therapy helps prevent facial dryness and clears toxins from the oral cavity. This involves swishing warm sesame oil in the mouth before morning brushing and then spitting it out. • Applying oil to the navel helps moisturise the abdomen and supports overall nourishment.Best Products For Winter Skincare As per Ayurveda are chemical-free and natural, enriched with herbs, oils, and plant extracts. These nourish the skin instead of stripping moisture. Products containing coconut oil, Aloe vera, sesame oil, Kumkumadi oil, and gentle natural emollients protect the barrier, prevent dryness, and soothe irritation. Choosing formulations aligned with your skin type and dosha helps maintain healthy, glowing skin throughout winter.

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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
153 days ago
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YOUR SYMPTOMS OF DRY SKIN CRACKED HANDS PEELING LIPS AND BLEEDING FISSURES ESPECIALLY DURING COLD WEATHER INDICATE INTERNAL DRYNESS AND POOR NOURISHMENT OF SKIN TISSUES EVEN IF YOU ARE DRINKING ENOUGH WATER EXTERNAL CREAMS OFTEN FAIL BECAUSE THE ROOT CAUSE IS INTERNAL WEAKNESS OF DIGESTION AND POOR ABSORPTION LEADING TO DRYNESS FROM WITHIN MANAGEMENT SHOULD FOCUS ON INTERNAL NOURISHMENT AND GENTLE OILING INCLUDE WARM COOKED FOODS GOOD QUALITY GHEE MILK IF SUITABLE SOUPS AND STEWED VEGETABLES AVOID EXCESS DRY RAW COLD AND PROCESSED FOODS REGULAR INTERNAL OILING WITH SMALL AMOUNTS OF GHEE OR OIL AS ADVISED CAN HELP RESTORE MOISTURE TO SKIN EXTERNAL CARE IS STILL IMPORTANT USE NATURAL OILS LIKE COCONUT OR SESAME OIL FOR HANDS AND LIPS MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY ESPECIALLY BEFORE SLEEP AVOID FREQUENT HAND WASHING WITH HARSH SOAPS AND PROTECT HANDS FROM COLD AND DETERGENTS WITH CONSISTENT INTERNAL NOURISHMENT PROPER DIET AND REGULAR OILING THE SKIN USUALLY HEALS AND CRACKING REDUCES IF BLEEDING AND SEVERE PAIN CONTINUE A PERSONALIZED CONSULTATION IS ADVISED TO ASSESS DIGESTION AND PLAN INTERNAL MEDICINES FOR DEEP SKIN HEALING

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Dr. Haresh Patel
Doctor of Medicine in Ayurveda
155 days ago
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APPLY PETROLIYAM JELL TAKE COW GHEE 5 ML AT EMPTY STOMCH AT MORNING

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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
154 days ago
5

Your symptoms (very dry skin, cracked hands, peeling, dry bleeding lips) usually happen due to: Excess Vata dosha (body dryness) Dehydration Vitamin deficiency (especially Vitamin B & Iron) Frequent hand washing / chemicals / cold weather Sometimes skin diseases like eczema or psoriasis Take Ghee or 1 tsp cow ghee daily with food. Apply coconut oil or sesame oil on hands and lips 2–3 times daily. Drink enough water. Take Amla or Chyawanprash daily for nourishment. Avoid very dry, spicy, junk, and packaged foods.

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Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
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154 days ago
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1.Gandhak rasayan 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Sarivadyasava 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals EXTERNAL CARE - Oil massage (Abhyanga): Daily warm sesame oil or coconut oil massage on hands, feet, lips (lightly). - Ghee application: Pure cow’s ghee on lips and cracks before bed. - Avoid harsh soaps: Use mild herbal cleansers (like besan + milk). Diet & Lifestyle– - Include: Ghee, sesame seeds, soaked almonds, dates, warm soups. - Avoid: Excess dry, cold, spicy foods; alcohol; late nights. - Warm environment: Protect skin from cold wind, wear gloves. - Gentle yoga: Anulom‑Vilom, Shavasana for stress balance.

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