Why chemo can dry the skin
Chemotherapy can reduce oil production and slow skin turnover. The result can be tightness, flaking, itching and a fragile skin barrier. Comfort is possible with a simple, consistent routine.
Your daily routine (AM & PM)
1. Cleanse (lukewarm water)
Pat—not rub—skin dry.
Product pairing: Mild Therapy Soap to soothe, protect & heal (non-stripping, pH-balanced).
2. Soothe & hydrate (thin layers)
Apply a barrier-supporting moisturiser 2–3× daily.
Product pairing: Body Repair Cream (with Skin Rescue Complex).
3. Target hotspots
If an area feels hot or prickly, cool first.
Product pairing: Rayon Gel for cooling relief, then moisturiser once absorbed.
4. Protect
Choose soft fabrics, avoid friction, and wear SPF if outdoors (ask your team which sunscreen is suitable for you).
Ingredients & habits to favour
- Fragrance-free, alcohol-free, minimalist formulas
- Ceramide-style/barrier-support ingredients
- Short, lukewarm showers; immediate moisturiser after bathing
Things to avoid
(unless your clinician advises otherwise)
- Hot water, saunas, abrasive scrubs or brushes
- Strong acids/retinoids on fragile areas
- New perfumes and essential oils on treatment-affected skin
Problem → Solution → Product Pairing
- Dry, tight skin → Body Repair Cream → pair with Mild Therapy Soap.
- Hot, tender areas → Rayon Gel → pair with Body Repair Cream on surrounding skin.
- Very dry hands/feet → Hand & Foot Repair Cream → cotton gloves/socks overnight.
When to contact your care team
If skin is broken, weeping, very painful, or you suspect infection. Your comfort plan should always follow clinical advice.
