On Thu, 20 Nov 1997 09:37:02 -0500 Helen Fernety <[log in to unmask]> writes: >My pedia said some people find olive oil to be helpful also. I've used petroleum jelly (Vasoline) on my hands covered with white gloves when they get really bad. It seals in the moisture so that they can heal. They usually itch so bad by that point I'd probably try just about anything. I've also heard of using Crisco. One thing to remember when using something that locks in moisture like this is to make sure that the area is very clean and disinfected. It creates a prime target for an infection to develop. Kathy