Dry lips, eyes, and nostrils are the biggest issues I've faced during my treatment. I always have two or more lip balms in my bag at any time and currently I need them more than ever. Unfortunately, some days, even my thickest balms aren't enough. Lucas Papaw Ointment (£7) is the multiuse balm I always use as it's occlusive (meaning it keeps moisture in), and I alternate with the iS Clinical Sheald Recovery Balm (£20), which is not created as a lip balm but works very well. During the day I top if off with a lip balm with SPF — I have no particular preference on the brand.
I also apply the Lucas Papaw in my nostrils at night to avoid the (minor) nose bleeds I've been getting. For the daytime, I discovered a salt-free nose spray on Amazon, NasoGel Spray (£9), which quickly became mine and my nostrils' best friend.
As for my eyes, unfortunately my dermatologist didn't give me any prescription drops so I've been using the Hycosan Eye Drops (£12). I've tried countless eye drops, and this is the only product that gave me some relief.
I didn't find many solutions in this area, so I asked Dr Mahto for her advice. "For those suffering with dry eyes, there are a number of products available over-the-counter from pharmacies which can help, including Optrex Intensive Eye Drops for Dry Eyes (£45). If you are a contact-lens wearer or have any underlying ophthalmological issues, then you should let your dispensing pharmacist know as these may not be suitable. Also, if you do wear contact lenses daily and are suffering with dry eye, then reduce the hours these are worn and switch to glasses instead where possible."
"I recommend patients use a small amount of Vaseline to help lubricate the nasal passages or saline nasal sprays, which can be purchased over-the-counter to help with symptoms of nasal dryness," adds Dr Mahto.