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Peeling skin isn’t anyone’s favorite affliction, but fortunately, you can usually treat it yourself at home. Whether you’re dealing with a nasty sunburn or a reaction to medication, using the right products and treating your skin gently will help it heal in no time. In this article, we’ll tell you how to heal your peeling skin fast so you can get back to life as usual.
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- QuestionI still need help. I have tried it and my skin on my toe is still rapidly shedding and won't disappear
Sarah Gehrke, RN, MSSarah Gehrke is a Registered Nurse and Licensed Massage Therapist in Texas. Sarah has over 10 years of experience teaching and practicing phlebotomy and intravenous (IV) therapy using physical, psychological, and emotional support. She received her Massage Therapist License from the Amarillo Massage Therapy Institute in 2008 and a M.S. in Nursing from the University of Phoenix in 2013.
Registered NurseThere are many reasons why your skin may be shedding on your toe. Peeling skin may occur because of direct damage to the skin, such as from sunburn or infection. It may also be a sign of an immune system disorder or other disease. If you have tried the remedies above, you should talk to your doctor about what else may be causing the shedding. - QuestionHow should I treat my feet after the burned skin has peeled off? I am not able to walk and it's becoming stiff.Sarah Gehrke, RN, MSSarah Gehrke is a Registered Nurse and Licensed Massage Therapist in Texas. Sarah has over 10 years of experience teaching and practicing phlebotomy and intravenous (IV) therapy using physical, psychological, and emotional support. She received her Massage Therapist License from the Amarillo Massage Therapy Institute in 2008 and a M.S. in Nursing from the University of Phoenix in 2013.
Registered NurseThis sounds like you had quite the burn. If this is sun related, try cool compresses of water with equal parts milk or Burow's solution. If you haven't already, keep the skin moist with aloe and/or a topical steroid--this may help your tight skin. With a sunburn, maximum discomfort usually occurs after 14-20 hours, and symptoms last between 24 and 72 hours; so, if your symptoms are progressing (especially with not being able to walk), you should contact your healthcare provider to help you out.
Tips
- If you aren’t sure why your skin is peeling, talk to your doctor. You may have an underlying health condition that needs to be addressed.Thanks
Warnings
- Peeling skin usually isn’t serious, but if you experience a fever, chills, swelling, pain, difficulty breathing, or nausea, see your doctor right away. These could be signs that you have an infection.[15]Thanks
- If you have a sunburn, do not use oil to treat peeling skin. Oil can cause more damage to your skin and make your burn worse.[16]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/17832-peeling-skin
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- ↑ https://www.seattlechildrens.org/conditions/a-z/sunburn/
- ↑ https://goaskalice.columbia.edu/answered-questions/peeling-skin-after-using-tanning-bed
- ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sunburn/
- ↑ https://www.drugs.com/aspirin.html
- ↑ https://www.skincancer.org/risk-factors/sunburn/
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/dry/heal-dry-chapped-lips
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/womens-health/what-to-do-about-dry-skin-in-winter
- ↑ https://goaskalice.columbia.edu/answered-questions/peeling-skin-after-using-tanning-bed
- ↑ https://nationaleczema.org/eczema/treatment/bathing/
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/5240-sun-damage-protecting-yourself
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/routine/safely-exfoliate-at-home
- ↑ https://www.healthgrades.com/right-care/skin-hair-and-nails/peeling-skin
- ↑ https://www.seattlechildrens.org/conditions/a-z/sunburn/
- ↑ https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2000/1101/p2029.html
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If you have peeling skin and you want to get rid of it, soak in warm water for about 20 minutes a day. If you like, you can add 2 cups of baking soda to your bathwater to reduce redness and irritation. Moisturize your skin after your bath with aloe vera gel, which will help speed healing. Don’t peel or pick at the skin, as this can increase your risk of getting a skin infection. You should also try to get extra hydration by drinking 10 cups of water each day instead of the normal 8. Keep reading for tips from our medical reviewer about home remedies that may help your peeling skin, like using sliced cucumber!
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