Skin irritation, redness, wounds

Aug 19, 2009

The loss of weight has left me with loose skin, especially around my breasts, stomach and groin. During the summer heat, I developed irritation and redness under the lose skin. The area actually became raw and I had difficulty getting it to heal. Here is what I did to get my skin healthy again.
I bought an over the counter topical antiseptic called Castellani Paint Modified. I paid 23 dollars at Walgreens for a 1 oz bottle. You can find it on the internet too. I applied it with a swab on the affected areas. Warning... the liquid used is a red color and will stain clothing. But there is also a colorless version. Also, it can sting raw skin. It acts like a drying agent.
When I began to heal, I used less of the paint. After my shower I would use a baby wipe on affected areas to make sure it was clean and that there was no residue from soap.  I would then use a new paper towel to make sure the areas are dry. I understand you can also use a hair dryer.

Keeping the area clean and dry is the most important factor.

I also use only one brand of baby powder...
Johnson and Johnson MEDICATED with aloe and vitamin E.  Make sure the label says MEDICATED. Other types (even other Johnson and Johnson powders) don't seem to help.

Also make sure you use a clean towel and wash cloth when you shower. You don't need any fungi hanging around to infect your skin.

After I reach my goal weight, maybe I can have plastic surgery to get rid of some of this extra skin.

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