Brittle nails are very common, and there are many triggers - age, diet, stress, climate, and more. Several steps should be taken to improve your nail’s growth and minimize splitting. Most people get stronger nails from vitamin supplements and temporarily using a nail strengthener.

Dry skin (or ashy skin) is extremely common and caused by many things, harsh or scented soaps, household products, cleaning supplies, clothing, as well as dry climates, genetics, medical conditions and medications. Over-the-counter options work really well to combat the dryness.

Eczema (or atopic dermatitis) is very common and worsens in dry climates, in the winter, and when sick. All the extra hand washing and hand sanitizing with COVID have not helped. Moisturizers are an essential tool for preventing and minimizing skin flares. Other tricks help as well.

Dandruff is common and annoying, causing visible flakes or itchiness or both. But medicated dandruff shampoos really help, if you know how to use them.

Dry feet affect people in winter and summer, especially the heels. Cracked heels are very painful when lotions, soaps, dirt, or chemicals get into them. Over-the-counter options can be very helpful to combat the dryness.

Dry lips can be very frustrating - they can crack, bleed, and constantly peel. Often, we want to lick our lips more frequently, but this can make it worse. Some over-the-counter products can be very helpful for this.

Dry hands have become a big problem with all the extra hand washing and hand sanitizer use since COVID. Some over-the-counter options can be very helpful to combat the dryness.

Scalp dandruff is common and annoying. The same rash that causes dandruff can happen on the face too. Medicated dandruff shampoos really help, if you know how to use them. Learn more here.

Stasis dermatitis (a.k.a., venous eczema) is very common in older adults. It is dry, itchy skin on the shins, ankles, and tops of the feet. Our leg veins get tired, lose their strength, and get leaky. Leg swelling stretches and makes gaps in the skin causing eczema. Treatment includes compression, leg elevation, moisturizing, and topical medications.