I am looking for suggestions for facial cleanser and moisturizer that is compatible with SD. I have seen people mention MCT oil and will probably start with that. I am 40f and haven't had a regular facial care routine for years (since having my son 4 years ago- just splash water on my face and use a cleanser when I shower every couple days). Looking for cleansers/creams that may support my current situation. Only thing I have used recently is CeraVae but would like something else to try. Read on if you want more context.... Thanks!

In the last few winters I developed cracking and flaking on one ear, but it always cleared up as weather improved (it was nonexistent May-November). This past winter, I had dramatically worsening symptoms - my whole right ear (outside especially, like a red ring around it) and now my left ear has a little bit in the ear canal. My eyelids started to have inflamed patches, also worse on the right. I have minimal signs of SD on my scalp, sometimes light flaking.

I saw a derm a few weeks ago and was prescribed tacrolimus for my eyelids and a steroid for my ear. After two applications of tacrolimus, my eyelids totally cleared (aside from some dry skin). It just flared again 10 days later, I'll reapply tonight. My ear did not improve after a week of steroid cream, but after 1 application of tacrolimus last night, it is vastly improved. I was not given any antifungal ointments.