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Dry skin, spots and scarring
Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2018 3:59 pm
by Starry-eyed
I am 46 years old. My skin is becoming drier, but I still have spots. The spots do eventually go, but leave me with scars no matter how small the spot was. I don't know what product to use to give me the hydration I need without overloading my spot prone skin. Also, suggestions for the scarring would be welcome.
Re: Dry skin, spots and scarring
Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2018 10:19 pm
by Dr Sarita Singh
This sounds like adult acne, which many women approaching the menopause suffer from. It is thought to be a result of hormonal changes (as is dry skin). If the spots are resulting in scarring, I would strongly recommend that your GP refers you to a Dermatologist for treatment (which will comprise of medication as well as topical treatment) to prevent further scarring. In the meantime, I would use a gentle over the counter face cream and wash designed for acne-prone skin. These should be fragrance-free.
I hope that this helps
Sarita