Water can make the skin feel a size too small. Yes, water does dry out the skin to a certain degree. Water contains minerals, including lime, which cause tap water to rise to an alkaline pH value, which is not ideal for the skin. With the help of pH regulating skincare, an otherwise normal skin will soon return to a healthy pH level following the cleansing ritual. But winter skin can be extra sensitive or challenged, so tap water can be an element that worsens the problems the skin is struggling with.