They exfoliate the top layer of the skin, which is good for dry skin, but they leave the new layer of skin unprotected to the bitter winds. Don t forget to protect your lips. Look for a lip balm with an SPF in it to help prevent chapped lips. Winter Body Basics Winter stressed skin is also common on the rest of the body. In fact, severely dry skin is less effective at providing a barrier against infection and can split and bleed, creating a greater chance for an infection.
Hot water removes natural oil from the skin, making it dry and itchy.
Limit your showers to 10 to 15 minutes. Add bath oils to your water if you must take a hot bath. Use mild soaps. Try to avoid deodorant soaps, as they can be more drying to the skin. Apply moisturizers to skin immediately after a bath or shower while your skin is still wet.