tried sun tanning this did not help at all
I have well water. PH is 6.8 and "Hardness" is 63mg/L. A 103 item water analysis indicated above standard levels of Coliform, Iron, and Turbidity. To address the Coliform I introduced bleach and "pool shock" into the well and house plumbing for 24 hours. After flushing the bleach from the well and pipes, bacteria analysis found 0 harmful bacteria (Coliform/e-coli) present. This left the Iron and Turbidity (cloudiness) to deal with.
To address the remaining Iron and Turbidity I installed a 3 stage whole house water filtration system consisting of a 5 micron, 1 micron, and Granular Catalytic Carbon with KDF85 Filter. The total dissolved solids test went from 200+ to 60-70 and the water is much clearer, less staining on toilets, sinks, etc.
However, none of that prevented itching after a shower. Like others I've changed soaps (SLS free), laundry detergents, tried patting dry, tried air drying, considering temperature changes, moisturizers, oils, hot showers, cold showers, you name it. Nothing helps.
Diet also doesn't seem to affect it as over the last 6 years I've tried: Intermittent fasting, juice cleansing, Atkins, Paleo, Vegetarian, and now Vegan... Some have suggested a candida overgrowth can cause itchy skin but an allergy blood test indicated 48th percentile or low presence of candida.
My next step is to purchase a ceramic media (instead of salt based) water softner and see what that does. It will be several weeks before I'm able to report back with the results.
Long periods of sun exposure helps but this is nearly impossible to obtain on a daily basis.
To address the remaining Iron and Turbidity I installed a 3 stage whole house water filtration system consisting of a 5 micron, 1 micron, and Granular Catalytic Carbon with KDF85 Filter. The total dissolved solids test went from 200+ to 60-70 and the water is much clearer, less staining on toilets, sinks, etc.
However, none of that prevented itching after a shower. Like others I've changed soaps (SLS free), laundry detergents, tried patting dry, tried air drying, considering temperature changes, moisturizers, oils, hot showers, cold showers, you name it. Nothing helps.
Diet also doesn't seem to affect it as over the last 6 years I've tried: Intermittent fasting, juice cleansing, Atkins, Paleo, Vegetarian, and now Vegan... Some have suggested a candida overgrowth can cause itchy skin but an allergy blood test indicated 48th percentile or low presence of candida.
My next step is to purchase a ceramic media (instead of salt based) water softner and see what that does. It will be several weeks before I'm able to report back with the results.
Long periods of sun exposure helps but this is nearly impossible to obtain on a daily basis.
Sound theory, but not true. I've had candida tests and the results were "low". I do not eat fast or processed food. I'm 5'10" at 172lbs around 14-18% body fat. My diet consists mostly of organic whole foods (vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, etc) all home cooked/prepared/raw.
I too thought it could be candida, hence the test. Wasn't the case for me.
I too thought it could be candida, hence the test. Wasn't the case for me.
Two things help me:
Getting out of the shower and immediately drying off. No drastic change of temps. Moderate water temp and moderate air temperature. Then dry off quickly. This definitely helps me me..
I suspect helping me a little is a reduced gluten diet.
Getting out of the shower and immediately drying off. No drastic change of temps. Moderate water temp and moderate air temperature. Then dry off quickly. This definitely helps me me..
I suspect helping me a little is a reduced gluten diet.
This works. 1. BLOT DRY SLOWLY AND THOROUGHLY. Try using two towels so you are not maintaining damp skin which is the "danger period." Pay special attention to the areas of most sensitivity. You want to dry thoroughly so no dampness remains which is almost impossible. 2. Use MILD SALT WATER poured into your hand to pat remaining trouble spots. 3. Use a HOT BLAST from a HAIR DRYER. This seems to de-sensitize nerve endings, or your attention, to a different kind of pain! This has shortened the prickling period for me immensely.
I have it severely as well. I use coco butter creme & vitamin E oil. both moisturizers are very oily and it doesn't dry fast. This takes the pain away quickly. & cold temperatures help it a lot as well.
please what was your solution
please what was your solution
please what was your solution
please what was your solution
Continued...I am almost past this problem. I hope this helps someone as it did me.
Here is what works for me and why. You do not want to expose yourself to running water or soak in a tub.
Why? Skin is absorbent. The prickling/itching begins several minutes after a shower because skin has absorbed water and water is evaporating, triggering the histamine response. No one seems to know why this begins. It does run in families and can indicate a serious liver disorder. (I have discontinued the salt water. It may speed up evaporation, but adds more water at the same time.) Do not use creams to hold in moisture. Wait till you are thoroughly dry.
Here's how:
1. Quickly wet down under the tepid shower, and turn it off. Soap with a mild (glycerin) soap. Quickly rinse off and get out.
2, Stand in front of fan while towel drying. Use two towels, turn them to keep the dry side on your body. Pat and slide hands down the body over the towels, paying attention to the most sensitive areas. Pop on a cotton robe.
3. Have the hot hair dryer ready to blast any prickling that may occur.
Good luck to all!
Here is what works for me and why. You do not want to expose yourself to running water or soak in a tub.
Why? Skin is absorbent. The prickling/itching begins several minutes after a shower because skin has absorbed water and water is evaporating, triggering the histamine response. No one seems to know why this begins. It does run in families and can indicate a serious liver disorder. (I have discontinued the salt water. It may speed up evaporation, but adds more water at the same time.) Do not use creams to hold in moisture. Wait till you are thoroughly dry.
Here's how:
1. Quickly wet down under the tepid shower, and turn it off. Soap with a mild (glycerin) soap. Quickly rinse off and get out.
2, Stand in front of fan while towel drying. Use two towels, turn them to keep the dry side on your body. Pat and slide hands down the body over the towels, paying attention to the most sensitive areas. Pop on a cotton robe.
3. Have the hot hair dryer ready to blast any prickling that may occur.
Good luck to all!
Hello! Glad I found this topic! I've had this Itching after a shower for a little more than 2 years now. I've been trying different types of antihistamines and the results were negative. The Itch only decreased slightly. Ive found a couple of solutions when It comes to my own body, My condition is "Aquagen pruritus". When I shower at home I get the worst Itching ever. However, when I take a shower in my gym the Itch Is almost gone! Another thing that 100% works Is SAUNA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! do this: go to a gym that have a sauna, workout, take a cold shower, hit the sauna, take cold shower In between until you feel no Itching. This Is the only method along with staying hydrated that have worked for me. Another thing I've realised Is that It may be the towel! Check It out and what type of chemicals and product you are using In your washing machine. I nowadays never dry my skin with my towel, I use a hairdryer for my upper body, And I gentlý touch my lower body with the towel In order to avoid Irritating the body even more after a shower because It's at that time the body Is most vulnerable.
I hope this helps you guys.
Other solutions Im going to try that I found on the internet are:
Vitamins pills ( lack of D-vitamin)
Cod oil capsules
Removing Yeast and wheat from my diet In 2-4 weeks until It's cleared from the system
body lotion, oil, new washing detergent with Oil, gently for the skin
god bless you all I hope this helps you.
I hope this helps you guys.
Other solutions Im going to try that I found on the internet are:
Vitamins pills ( lack of D-vitamin)
Cod oil capsules
Removing Yeast and wheat from my diet In 2-4 weeks until It's cleared from the system
body lotion, oil, new washing detergent with Oil, gently for the skin
god bless you all I hope this helps you.
With a lot of searching I discovered that low iron causes your skin to itch after showering. So, I tried adding iron to my daily routine and boy what a difference. Not saying it will work for everyone but it sure has done wonders for me.
Hi there. I actually suffer the same itching problem after a shower. In reality it does not effect me all the time however it comes one in a year usually in humid periods. My idea is that during this period my skin releases a lot of oil and when I shower I remove it completely leaving my skin dry. This might be causing the problem but not sure. I relied to you since I also suffer itching on by back and torso. My solution is keeping myself warm until it passes. Do not have a real solution to it and have been suffering for years from it. I am not sure but drinking a lot of water might help regenerate oil but is also good for other reasons of course to.
I resolved this problem (aguagenic pruritus) completely with the following "ritual" for showering.
Skin is absorbent. It is the mid-drying process that triggers the itching/histamine response in our skin. No lotions or creams to maintain moisture.
*Do not stand under running shower to allow skin to absorb. Turn water on, wet down and turn water off. Soap yourself. Rinse quickly. I also use a gentle, glycerin face soap w/o fragrance.
*Get out and stand in front of a fan while drying. Quickly pat down with towel, don't rub. Use two towels so a dry side is next to your skin. I hold my arms out, one at a time and lay the towel on each one.
*Pop on a cotton robe and gently continue to rub areas dry with the robe. Pay attention to the most problematic areas.
*Have a hot hair dryer ready to blast any areas that start the prickling, itching. Keep going with the hair dryer until the sensation quits.
This process completely resolved this issue for me. Antihistimes may also help, but I wanted to avoid them. I hope all of you can get the same results.
Skin is absorbent. It is the mid-drying process that triggers the itching/histamine response in our skin. No lotions or creams to maintain moisture.
*Do not stand under running shower to allow skin to absorb. Turn water on, wet down and turn water off. Soap yourself. Rinse quickly. I also use a gentle, glycerin face soap w/o fragrance.
*Get out and stand in front of a fan while drying. Quickly pat down with towel, don't rub. Use two towels so a dry side is next to your skin. I hold my arms out, one at a time and lay the towel on each one.
*Pop on a cotton robe and gently continue to rub areas dry with the robe. Pay attention to the most problematic areas.
*Have a hot hair dryer ready to blast any areas that start the prickling, itching. Keep going with the hair dryer until the sensation quits.
This process completely resolved this issue for me. Antihistimes may also help, but I wanted to avoid them. I hope all of you can get the same results.