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See You Later, Alligator

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To say I have dry skin is an understatement.

It occurred to me years ago that during winter, the skin on my arms and legs is chalky white, while my remaining epidermis is a tanned, olive hue. So what gives?

I scratch my skin until it resembles a flour bin. And, my husband has dubbed my dermal problem Alligator Skin Syndrome (ASS). Lovely, right?

Aveeno Skin Relief Fragrance Free LotionI know, I know, I KNOW there’s an easy fix – it’s the “L” word. Lotion.

And I have found relief. My go-to remedy – when I force myself to use it – is Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion. It revives extra-dry skin with extra-soothing moisture, and contains a triple oat formula (renowned for itch) and shea butter to help soothe winter-wrecked skin. Best of all, it’s 100% fragrance free, so my sensitive skin gets the 24-hour relief it deserves.

Until the scratch – flake – lotion Lena!! – ahhh cycle begins all over again.

Do you suffer from Alligator Skin Syndrome? Shoppers Drug Mart has you covered. You’ll find a wide selection of new skin care products to keep you and your family’s skin healthy this winter – plus, you can earn Shoppers Optimum Points on participating products.

(That’s what I like to call a Skin-Win! See what I did there?)

Of course, finding the right lotion can be daunting, especially with so many brands to choose from. So how do you find the perfect match for your winter-wrecked skin? Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Experts offer in-store complimentary skin care consultations using the beautyRx tool. The Skin Analysis consists of:

1. Moisture Checker – measures you skins hydration levels
2. Video Microscope – magnifies your skin’s surface by 30 times to help diagnose your skin type

Based on your readings, the Beauty Expert will recommend skin care products accordingly. In addition to Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion, I’ve also dabbled in Jergens Vitamin E Replenishing Moisturizer, Nivea Extra Nourishing Body Milk, and Vaseline Total Moisture Dry Skin Lotion – all with great results. 

This winter, rage against Alligator Skin Syndrome. Visit your local Shoppers Drug Mart to check out the assortment of skin care products, receive a complimentary beautyRx Skin Analysis and earn Shoppers Optimum Points on participating skin care products. Shoppers_Drug_Mart_logo.svgAlthough this post has been generously sponsored by Shoppers Drug Mart, the opinions and language are my own, and in no way do they reflect Shoppers Drug Mart.

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  2. Judy Cowan

    Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion is our go to lotion for the winter! Love you hubby’s “Alligator Skin Syndrome”.

  4. Emilia

    Aveeno products are amazing. Will try this one. I never hesitate to talk to the Shoppers drug mart cosmetic staff, they are helpful and very knowledgeable.

  5. Tara E

    wow, winter is giving my skin a beating! we were on holidays in California for a couple weeks, and after we came home… my skin/lips were in shock from our harsh Canadian winter! lotion/chapstick is a must!

  7. Ella Pretty

    I think I’m going to have to put a lotion on every floor of my house lol – my son majorly suffers from itchiness from the dry weather. We’re a huge fan of Aveeno in this house – but I’ve also been using Kiehls Creme de Corps (won during a Twitter party hosted by you!)

  9. Ashley J

    This season my skin has been so dry, even on my face. Not to sure what is happening. I’m heading over to Shoppers Drug Mart *beauty experts* to have a complimentary skin care analysis. Love earning optimum points on their skin care products. Thanks Lena for posting.

  14. Soozle

    Oooh my winter skin is just horrid! It would be very interesting to see what the analysis said about it

  15. Tea & Nail Polish

    I too suffer from Alligator Skin Syndrome, I mix up my lotions as I find my skin gets used to one then it doesn’t help as much so I have Aveeno, Olay and Udderly Smooth in the rotation at the moment as well as some Body Shop butter

  16. Darlene Schuller

    I’ve been using Vaseline Intensive Care, I do love Aveeno and have a horrible time right now with persistent dry skin… I’ll have to give this a try, thanks chick.

  17. Sandy Weinstein

    love aveeno products, carry small tubes in my car and in my purse. i do use many brands of moisturizer but aveeno is one of my favs. also like their moisturizer and sunscreen for the face.

  19. Debbie Sherrer

    Thanks for posting, I’m still looking for that perfect moisturizer for my dry skin year round. I will be picking this up the next time I’m at Shopper’s Drug mart.

  20. Linda Bragg

    Aveeno Moisturizing Lotion is very good, although I have also found another lotion that is really good too. Gold Bond Lotion for extreemly dry skin….. and I thought I was the only one with Aligator skin!! lol well I tell you its such a constant challenge to keep moisturized. I will be sure to try the Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion next time I go to Shopper’s Drug store. Thanks for the great info.!!

  23. Susan T.

    I have dry skin all year round! Aveeno is one of the best lotions for me. It gets rid of the flakes!

  25. kathy downey

    Just dropping by to say Aveeno has really made a difference in my dry skin,thanks for this post.

  26. Debbie White Beattie

    I’ve only recently tried Aveeno and I couldn’t believe how moisturizing it is, I really felt the difference.

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