If I scratch my skin even a little, it stays red for ages. If I lie on grass, it leaves a horrible red rash. I sun burn very easily and a lot of the time my arms (only) feel quite dry. Now I have suddenly broken out in Hives on a lot of my body (which I have not had before) I have tried a 'non drowsy' anti-histamine, and its only been a day but the hives are only getting worse!
I remember as a kid I used to be able to play in long grass with no bad effects so this condition is not something I was 'born' with (so maybe there is hope). I hope there is some supplement or some factor in my diet I am not getting enough of or missing which will provide a solution to make my skin much more smooth and scratch resistant.
At this stage I am not so worried about the hives. I think I know its cause. I believe (perhaps you can confirm) that it was caused by phenylethylamine. From what I read it can cause allergic reactions such as rashes and as I also take 5mg selegiline a day that prevents its breakdown perhaps PEA being a 'pro'histamine? it enhances the side effects? I've had my fun with the stuff although I am going to turf the remainder. I've never got a reaction to it like this before but always a first I guess. Not looking for a next!
But basically what are some the causes of dry and sensitive skin and I'll see what I can do to correct this problem I've had for years (before I even started taking supplements).