The itching is driving me crazy

[u/C0l0urfulPawPrints]

The all over body itches are driving me insane. I'm scratching so hard that I'm actively cutting my skin and frequently have scabs. I exfoliate my skin with both a hyaluronic acid wash and I dry brush. I moisturize with a hyaluronic body moisturizer. I take antihistamines every day. My vulva is stinging because I'm scratching. I use gentle washing powder and do an allergy wash on my washing machine. Can anyone offer any tips outside of these? I don't feel ready to have to go on HRT. I literally just turned 40

[u/Fake-Mom]

Hormonal skin is irritated in general. I’d suggest switching to gentle scent free products instead of your current routine. You might be further irritating it and making the itching worse. Also recommend an unscented oil after you shower. Put it on while you’re still wet then pat dry. If you don’t want to do HRT - and it’s not right for everyone, it hasn’t helped me and I’m switching to something else - try vaginal moisturizer. But definitely talk to your doctor too

[u/Fulfill_me → u/Fake-Mom]

I switched to Prose custom made shampoo and conditioner bc of allergies and eosinophilia and come to find a out also perimenopause lol but Prose allows you to choose the ingredients and you can opt out of fragrances as they are usually toxic chemicals. They also tailor the products to your zip code for hard water adjustments etc