Mel34 11 Posted March 9, 2012 My face is completely dry! Its flaky and rough! Has anyone ever experienced this after surgery? I put on moisturizer all the time and it doesn't help. Does anyone know what's going on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Time2Lose 16 Posted March 9, 2012 Are you getting enough liquids in? It may be affecting the moisture levels within your skin. I am a moisture addict and the past week I've been moisturizing more and actually switched to a thicker moisturizer this morning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mel34 11 Posted March 9, 2012 I'm trying to drink as much liquid as I can but I don't think I'm drinking as much as I'm suppose to. :-( I'm only about a month and a half out and I find Water disgusting now. Before the surgery I use to drink water like nothing and now... Ugh! What moisturizer do u recommend? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
takingmylifebacc 21 Posted March 9, 2012 Yes, I experienced the same thing and i believe it is from not being hydrated enough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mel34 11 Posted March 9, 2012 Besides drinking more Water, is there anything else I can do? I've been drinking g2 since I got out of surgery but I guess its not working :-( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IowaAndy 95 Posted March 9, 2012 It can be because of decreased Fluid intake and also the fact that you are not eating the same amounts of fat that you used to consume. I had the same thing when I was on the liquid fast for 8 months several years ago. You still need to get all of your fluids and also consume some fat. Peanut Butter is an excellent source of fat and Protein. I take a tablespoon and just slowly lick it off the spoon. This will also help with reducing your Hair loss as your hair needs fat also. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carbgrl 119 Posted March 9, 2012 Have you tried drinking Water with Crystal Light flavoring? I like the Walmart generic wild strawberry flavor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mel34 11 Posted March 9, 2012 I'm gonna go get those Chrystal light things tomorrow and try them out. And peanut butter... I LOVE it, so I'm gona start eating more of it. Thanks everyone for the advise! I was afraid it was dehydration :-( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IowaAndy 95 Posted March 9, 2012 Now don't eat the whole jar......moderation. I am not sure how far out you are but I usually put mine on a couple of saltines and it usually satisfies my carbs also. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vsgm 31 Posted March 9, 2012 IowaAndy- how far out were u when u could eat a couple saltines with your pb? I m dying for a couple saltines!! Anything salty!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
101driver 46 Posted March 9, 2012 I'm having skin issues, too -- I'm REALLY itchy!! I thought it was the laundry soap bothering me (but same soap I've always used), but now reading this, I'm wondering if it's Water related. I'm just shy of 6 weeks out. Anyone have the itchies happen to them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IowaAndy 95 Posted March 9, 2012 I ate some saltines and peanutbutter at around 10 weeks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
