Dry skin has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but that’s all changed in the last few months since starting my skin care journey with AVEENO®.
As you may remember I started my journey longing for that just-out-of-the-shower-fresh feeling all day, rather than heading towards dry, rough skin within hours – especially around my cheeks, forehead, hands and legs.
The results after a few weeks of regular use of the AVEENO® Dermexa range has been fantastic and I’ve been been waxing lyrical to anyone who will listen because for me, it really is a game changer.
My skin feels supple, bouncy and strong all the time. The itchy sensations have gone, I’m getting my scale and flake-free legs out to enjoy the warm weather without even thinking about it, and I haven’t had any spots on my face in weeks. I can honestly say, hand on heart, that I don’t think my skin has ever been happier.
The new AVEENO® Dermexa range is specifically tailored to people who have very dry itchy skin and is suitable for use by the whole family, including people who may be prone to eczema. The products are are soap free, unscented and paraben free, and are even delicate enough to be used on the face.
As part of my daily skincare routine I’ve been using:
- AVEENO® Dermexa Daily Emollient Body Wash – An efficacious body wash which gently cleanses without drying and soothes skin. It will leave skin feeling soft, comfortable and moisturised.
- AVEENO® Dermexa Daily Emollient Cream – Clinically proven to moisturise and soothe, whilst helping reduce flare ups of very dry skin. In a clinical study, 90% of 22 children and babies from 6 months old experienced relief from itchy skin sensations (twice a day application for 12 weeks).
- AVEENO® Dermexa Fast & Long-Lasting Balm – Intensely moisturising and is clinically proven to immediately soothe itchy feeling skin.
All the products have an RRP of £9.99, although the wash and cream are currently available for £7.99 on the Boots website. The balm is currently only available in pharmacies and will launch in Boots in September.
Incorporating the products into my life has been easy, and I have actually enjoyed using them – they’re unscented, so no strong perfumes that I tend to associate with skin irritation. Instead, they have a lovely fresh, soft, slightly sweet, oaty scent.
The body wash is noticeably different from a standard wash during use. It feels creamy and when I rinse off, my skin feels clean but not stripped of its natural oils. The emollient cream smooths into my skin beautifully and I’ve found that I need very little to cover quite a large area, so I’ve been using it sparingly and making it last a long time.
AVEENO® Dermexa also manages to make my skin feel very well moisturised, yet not suffocated like some moisturisers can tend to do, and I’ve been using the cream all over without any irritation.
After years of dryness between my fingers and incredibly rough backs of hands, I’ve also been trialling using the body wash in place of my usual hand soap. I’m over the moon to tell you that the condition of my hands has improved beyond all expectations. They’re softer, irritation free and my mum even noticed that they look younger! Isn’t that amazing?
The AVEENO® Dermexa Fast & Long-Lasting Balm is fantastic for times when I’ve been washing up a lot or have been chopping a lot of acidic vegetables as it helps quickly restore my skin to a comfortable level of suppleness.
I feel really happy with my new skin. I know it’s not actually ‘new’, but it feels that way – like slipping on a new outfit, my skin after a few weeks with AVEENO® Dermexa feels fresh, new and strong.
Am I going to keep using AVEENO® Dermexa? Of course! I’d be silly not to when I’m enjoying using the range so much.
What would you like to know about the products, how I’m using them and the results I’m getting?
Do comment here, or message me on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter if you have any thoughts, ideas or questions!
Search for the hashtags #SkinStories and #BalanceOfOats across social media to see how others are using the AVEENO® Dermexa range, join the conversation and share you own experiences.
This is a commissioned post for AVEENO® .
Nailil says
Averno has really great products! I love using them for my littles!
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Emily Leary says
Yes! Aveeno have products suitable for the whole family and I’m loving using the new Dermexa range!
Dria says
I like Aveno products, great scent and so gentle to the skin. High quality as well.
Daria
Emily Leary says
I absolutely love Aveeno products, especially the new Dermexa range – my skin has never felt so good!
Rose Ann Sales says
I have never tried to use that product but I’ve heard a lot of good things about it and it looks like a good brand to try.
Emily Leary says
It really is well worth trying products from the new Aveeno Dermexa range! Let me know how yo get on if you give them a go!
Kara says
Isaac used to have dry skin as a baby and Aveeno was the only thing that used to help him
Emily Leary says
That’s great! The Aveeno Baby range is fab and since using products from the Dermexa range I’m loving the way my skin looks and feels :)
Jade Bremner says
We use Aveeno on the kids it keep there eczema at bay. I’m pretty lucky in that my skin is pretty soft and normal x
Emily Leary says
Aveeno products are great for the whole family and it’s great to hear that you’re achieving such good results on the kids!
Mudpiefridays says
We are Aveno converts. The Baby range got rid of my eldest eczema, we won’t use anything else. I love it so much I’ve been using it but I’m going to give this a go now. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
Emily Leary says
Hi. Aveeno products are great for the whole family and it’s so good to hear that the baby range achieved such good results on your eldest’s eczema!
Bread says
I love Aveeno. I use it on everything and recommend it to everyone. I even use it for sunburn.
Emily Leary says
Aveeno products are awesome and I’m loving using products from the new Dermexa range! My mum is now a huge fan too!
Kristy Bullard says
I need to try this. My skin gets so dry in the winter and so itchy in the summertime. I can’t use other lotions because I am allergic to the colors and fragrances that are in them.
Emily Leary says
I have very sensitive skin too and I’m so happy with the new AVEENO® Dermexa range! Let me know how you get on!
Bread says
I love Aveeno stuff, I use it on everything and recommend it to everyone.
Emily Leary says
That’s great to hear! I love using the products from the new AVEENO® Dermexa range!
Mellissa Williams says
I’m so glad that the Aveeno products have been working so well for you – it must be such a relief! They sound like great products!
Emily Leary says
I love using the products from the new AVEENO® Dermexa range and they’re even delicate enough to be used on the face.My mum is now a huge fan too!
Tiffany Yong says
It’s great to know that you love the products you’ve been using. In Singapore, it’s really humid, so we don’t really use that much moisturizer for fear of becoming sticky when we perspire!
Emily Leary says
The new AVEENO® Dermexa range is great even in the hot, humid weather that we’re experiencing in the UK at the moment and it doesn’t make the skin sticky! I love it!
Kaz | Ickle Pickles Life and Travels says
This sounds pretty awesome – I must get some for my daughter to try. She suffers too. Kaz
Emily Leary says
I hope that your the new Aveeno Dermexa range works as well for your daughter as it does for me!
Preet says
Aveeno is really great when it comes to a skincare product. In fact, I am using this since then. I love their product, especially for the kids.
Emily Leary says
I’m a huge fan of Aveeno products and my skin looks and feels great since using the Dermexa range and yes, their products are great for kids too!
Nati says
I’ve heard of this brand but I’ve never tried anything from their range. I also have dry skin and it’s a struggle, I might pick the body lotion just to give it a try!
Emily Leary says
Great I hope it works for you – make sure you pick up the AVEENO® Dermexa Daily Emollient Cream with the light blue lid.
Kevin says
Hi, I am from Manila. My grandmother sent me Aveeno products and at first, I was like, there’s no way I can use these. Being in a tropical country, weather is usually hot. And then here comes the rainy days, weather went really cold so I suffered from dry skin. Good thing I had something to use on my skin. It helped a lot!
Emily Leary says
That’s awesome!
Carol Cassara says
Aveeno is a brand that I’ve trusted for the longest time! They have the best products for adults and for the kids as well.
Emily Leary says
Absolutely! Aveeno products are great for the whole family!
Kesha says
I love Aveno products. Both my son and I have sensitive skin and have to use it.
Emily Leary says
I’ve found that Aveeno products are great for my skin and it’s good to hear that you and your son love them too!
Rachel says
I’ve used Aveeno a couple of times and found their products to moisturising! So helpful with any dry areas! xo
Emily Leary says
Awesome!
Yaya says
When I was younger I used to think that the dryer my skin felt the cleaner it was but glad to know that’s not the case. Now I am much more careful about what I put on my skin.
Emily Leary says
Yes, I have always needed to be very careful about what I put on my skin and Aveeno has proved to be a godsend!
Jenni says
I love Aveeno, we use the body wash and cream. It’s fab for dry and sensitive skin
Emily Leary says
Absolutely! I love using these Aveeno products and now my mum is using them too and is so happy with the results!
Kirsty says
I could really do with this as my skin is dry and has white scaly patches on my arms and legs. I’m glad the product has had great results not only in your skin but your confidence as well.
Emily Leary says
I hope that you give these Aveeno products a go! I couldn’t be happier with the results!
Francesca Jacklin says
We’ve been using Aveeno for quite a few years as our middle grandson has mild eczema and it really helps. My husband also suffers with very dry skin so he started using it as well. We love it.
Emily Leary says
Awesome! Have you tried the new Dermexa range?
Elizabeth O says
I really like Aveeno it is a great brand! I didn’t know they did a Dermexa version that is really awesome!
Emily Leary says
The Dermexa range is fab. My skin feels and looks great, even in this hot and humid weather!
Holly says
Wow..what a great product. I love finding new ways to treat my skin and feel more beautiful!
Emily Leary says
Yes, Aveeno really is a fab product! I love using their new range!
Melanie williams says
Skin care is so hard to get right, I think that I have found the one, but then I have not. These sound like fab products thought, I must give Aveeno a whirl x
Emily Leary says
It really can be a case of trial and error. Do let me know if you get a chance to try the new AVEENO® Dermexa range.
Em says
I love aveeno products! I need to try this line precisely.
Emily Leary says
I’m such a huge fan of Aveeno. I hope that you love using their new range as much as I do!
Kayla says
Thanks for this post! I’ve got such dry skin in the summer months, so products like this are helpful!
Emily Leary says
Hi! I’ve found that Aveeno products are great at any time of the year but you’re right, this hot humid weather could have played havoc on my skin but I’m so pleased with how it looks and feels right now!
Czjai Reyes-Ocampo says
I love Aveeno, though I have not tried these products before. I hope they’ll be available in my country soon! :)
Emily Leary says
I love Aveeno products too – they’re fab! Let me know if you get to try any from their new range :)
Michelle Leslie says
I need to get me some of this. Winter’s are always the worst for dry skin and this is just what me skin needs right now.
Emily Leary says
Let me know how you get on! I can’t believe the huge improvement in my skin since using Aveeno products!
Lynne Harper says
Im a huge fan of Aveeno for all the family. I have really dry skin and i find this works so well and its not greasy at all and dries extremely quickly x
Emily Leary says
Great to hear that you’re a huge fan too!
Megan says
Thank you for sharing this! I have the worst time trying to remember to moisturize and I KNOW that I need to, things like this are the perfect reminder xx
Emily Leary says
Yes, I used to find it hard sometimes to remember to use a moisturiser but it’s hard to forget to use Aveeno when I’ve noticed such a huge improvement in my skin – I love their products, and now my mum does too!
Geraline Batarra says
I’ve never tried to used this product but my friends did. She said that it is a good product her rough skin turned to a smooth and soft skin that she ever wanted before.
Emily Leary says
So good to hear that your friend has achieved such an improvement in her skin since using Aveeno – I love their products!
Jemma says
I’ve used a couple of Aveeno products before and have always been impressed with them. I’m suffering with dry skin at the moment, so will look out for these.
Emily Leary says
Aveeno is great for dry skin – I love their products and I hope that you give them a go – they’re fab!
Emma Riley says
I have never tried to use that product but I heard a lot of good things about. I think I need to try this to see the results from my skin.
Emily Leary says
I really love using these Aveeno products and my mum is now using them too and is so happy with the results. Let me know how you get on!
Kacie Morgan says
I love the Aveeno range. I have a rare skin condition called dermagraphism and I am prescribed it for my skin. I didn’t know they had a new range out though – looks awesome.
Emily Leary says
Dermagraphism must be difficult to live with and I’m so pleased to hear that Aveeno is helping the condition and yes, this new range is fab!
Mattie Lacey-Davidson says
I got introduced to this cream recently when it was all there was to share on a girls’ holiday and I loved it! xx
Emily Leary says
Great to hear that you’re loving using Aveeno too!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Aveeno is the gentlest body wash for delicate skin. My mom is using that now because her skin is so dry due to the medications she has been taking. It is really helping her a lot.
Emily Leary says
That’s so good to hear! My skin has certainly improved since using these Aveeno products. Best wishes to your mum!
Jenni says
You look gorgeous! I have rally dry skin too so may give this a try.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I hope you give these products a try and let me know how it goes!
Rhian westbury says
I need to keep moisturising my skin as I’m finding it quite dry at the moment. These sound like great items x
Emily Leary says
I love using Aveeno and I’ve found that their products have been great during this hot and humid weather we’re having!
Sam says
This line sounds like a huge help for those with severely itchy skin. It’s great that you found something that works so well for you!
Emily Leary says
Aveeno has been absolutely fab on my skin. It looks and feels so much better, I love their products!
Vy Nguyen says
I have not heard about this brand before. However, they seem like good products and worth trying. Thanks for sharing
Emily Leary says
Aveeno products are definitely so worth trying. My skin has never felt better!
Angie says
I have struggled with skin care all of my life. I love the Aveeno line, but have never heard of this particular one. I will definitely have to try it- thank you!
Emily Leary says
My skin has looked and felt so good since using Aveeno products. Let me know how you get on!
Ashley says
I’ve used Aveeno before and they have amazing products! I have combo oily skin and they have skin care products that work for me as well. Thanks for enlightening everyone on the different options that produce results!
Emily Leary says
It’s great to hear that Aveeno products have worked so well for you too!
Ayana Nell says
That’s wonderful that it’s working out so well for you!! Your skin really does look luminous and really well moisturized! I’ve always been a fan of Aveeno so I love learning about different ranges of products they have.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I really love how my skin is looking and feeling since using Aveeno products! I can’t recommend them enough!
Ann Snook says
Wow, these products look amazing! I could really use them in winter . . . my skin gets so itchy and dry from the heaters and keeping it covered up all the time!
Emily Leary says
I love using Aveeno products! I’m so happy with how my skin looks and feels. Let me know how yo get on!
Laura Dove says
Huge fans of Aveeno here. Harry has terrible eczema and the only thing that helps it is Aveeno! Our consultant sings it’s praises all day long!
Emily Leary says
I love using Aveeno and it’s good to hear that you’re such a fan too and that their products help Harry’s eczema.
Emma says
I love Aveeno products but didn’t know that this particular range existed. I have been on the lookout for some new skincare products lately so will definitely give these a try.
Emily Leary says
My skin feels and looks so good since I’ve been using these Aveeno products! Let me know how you get on!
Charli says
Oh my gosh what an endorsement! I love this has made your skin feel so fresh and new – definitely something I should try.
C x
Emily Leary says
Yes – I love how my skin looks and feels, it’s such a huge improvement! Let me know how it goes!
Jon says
This stuff looks great. Going to show my sister this post as she’s always into trying to improve her skin care!
Emily Leary says
I absolutely love using Aveeno products! I hope that your sister will be happy with the results too if she gives them a go!
Karla says
I’ve noticed that the older I get the more I need lotion. Thanks for all the info.
Emily Leary says
Yes, we all need to take more care of our skin and I’m so happy that using Aveeno products has worked such wonders on mine!
Treasure Every Moment says
I really like using Aveeno products with my daughters because it is so gentle and nourishing :)
Emily Leary says
Their products are great for all the family and I really couldn’t be happier with the results!
Tanvi Rastogi says
I am a BIG fan of Aveeno products. They are gentle on the skin and always work.
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Emily Leary says
I’m a huge fan too and I’m so happy with the condition of my skin since I started using Aveeno products!
Amy - All about a Mummy says
I use the bath products on my daughter as she has eczema and it is so good. Fab to hear you have found a product which works for you.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I’m really so happy with Aveeno and it’s lovely to hear that it’s great on your daughter’s skin too!
Sarah Stockley says
I must give this a try! I get quite dry bumpy skin on my thighs and my upper arms. It sounds brilliant!
Emily Leary says
I’d certainly recommend it!
Sarah Bailey says
Hands up I get areas of dry skin and I am always looking for something that is cleansing and moisturising. I’m sure I have tried the moisturiser before and been impressed so I am going to have to to try and get my hands on the wash!
Emily Leary says
Yes it’s great. The Dermexa range is quite new so make sure you’re look for the light blue lids!
Kelly says
Isn’t it fantastic when you find a product range which is right for your skin?
Emily Leary says
Yes, I feel great!
Cat (Yellow Days) says
I’ll give this a try on my legs now shorts time is upon us.
Emily Leary says
Oh excellent – let me know how you get on.
Claire says
I had not heard of this before visiting you, Emily. It does sound amazing. I will have to look out for it to try some :)
Emily Leary says
Thank you! I’m really happy with my new routine – let me know if you get a chance to try them!