Excessively dry Facial Skin

I have hashimotos thyroiditis and have excessively dry skin all over (particularly face, lips, hands, feet) even though my TSH is in the normal range.  After searching I have not been able to find facial moisturizers that contain NO alcohol.  Does anyone have any recommendations for facial moisturizers (day and night) that do not contain any alcohols?  

Also, any suggestions for a great long-lasting lip moisturizer that does not need to be applied every half hour?  Or a really good hand lotion that also contains no alcohol, and is long-lasting?  Thank you for any tips.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
You can use a mild moisturizer which is non allergic, non perfumed and light like Aveeno lotion or Cetaphil moisturizing lotion. Even Eucerin products are good. Regarding the lip balm, applying Vaseline or shea butter is the best. You can also use a homemade ointment mixed from 1 tsp glycerine, 1 tsp lemon juice and 1 tsp castor oil. Spread on lips overnight, refrigerating the leftovers for future use. Eat foods high in calcium, magnesium and flaxseed oil.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.