Why is my skin dry in the winter?

Many people forget that during winter the skin requires little bit more care. The cold weather and wind often causes severe dryness of the face, hands and feet. This dryness often causes skin to crack, flake, peel and itch. Moreover, this problem is worsened by indoor heating. Skin dryness is a major problem during winter but there are many ways to prevent the damage. First and foremost you do not need to see a doctor. Common sense home remedies can help you prevent and treat dry skin. The treatment of dry skin begins with the use of a moisturizer. There are hundreds of moisturizers on the market. For winter skincare, go with oil based moisturizers. Baby oil is as good as any product. Remember the more fancy moisturizers which smell great also have many synthetic chemicals and thus the chances of contact dermatitis are increased. If you prefer, buy moisturizers which contain glycerin and alpha hydroxyl acids. These moisturizers must be used liberally everyday.