Replied by Regulator555 (Grand Rapids, Mi, Usa) on 06/02/2010
You are probably having a reaction to chemicals in the soap. If I use any hand soap, I get contact dermatitis. My hands crack, split, and bleed - not to mention the horrid rash. Anyway, get a natural soap that has no sulfates, parabens, propylene glycol, fragrance, etc. Put it in a soap carrier and use it where ever you go. Follow up by moisturizing your hands with just a plain oil or shea butter or cocoa butter. Keep it super simple. Your hands will heal!Replied by Katie (Cape Town, South Africa) on 06/05/2010
Also, try rubbing a little lemon juice on hands, when you have it..the acid helps restore ph balance. I had this from detergents for many years--solution?: Rubber gloves whenever possible, lemon juice and, as has been said, natural soap products. Haven't had problem for years!Replied by Mom (Wilmington, De) on 03/30/2013
Thanks so much for suggesting the nautural soap to carry with you. I have been wearing gloves to wash dishes but needed to avoid other soaps a well. I have been having super luck with the lemons too. My hands are finally healing. I have also been using the steroid cream from dermalologist but it wasn't going away. Thanks!
