Dry Winter Skin? Here’s Why It Happens and How to Stay Active Comfortably

The environment gets drier in the winter season; whether it's outside or indoors, you can't escape from the evaporation of moisture from your skin. Winter's low humidity, breeze of cold air and indoor heating take moisture away from skin making it flaky, tight, and dry. It's hard to skip comfort during this time, bundling up in layers of clothes, skipping workouts further makes it hard to stay active during winter, causing more skin discomfort. The purpose of this article is to cover why the skin suffers in winter and how to stay active healthily while protecting your skin.


Indoor heating from heaters or radiators lowers humidity, further damaging the skin's lipid barrier, the protective outer layer, made up of ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids which is essential for preventing water loss from the body and protecting against external factors such as pathogens and irritants. Outdoor cold wind strips natural oils from skin and makes it more sensitive. From the fear of cold, if one takes a hot shower, then it can worsen the problem by washing away more oils. This article brings.


While taking a shower use soaps or cleansers that are gentle and hydrating in place of harsh ones.
After showering immediately, within a few minutes moisturise your face and skin to lock in moisture.
You can use thicker creams or ointments during this season such as ceramides or shea butter instead of other light lotions.
You can use a humidifier to increase air moisture inside your room, which can help reduce skin dryness.
Instead of using extreme harsh hot water, choose lukewarm water to preserve your skin barrier.


You can't avoid work or outdoor activities due to winter, but staying active in this season requires protection. So cover your exposed skin, wear gloves and a scarf to shield your face and hands.
Before going out apply a protective barrier moisture cream to lock in moisture. It is important to stay hydrated from the inside as well. Timely drink water, herbal teas or eat water rich foods to support your skin.

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Q1. Which oil is best for dry skin?
Ans: Jojoba oil, argan oil, and sweet almond oil are excellent choices

Q2. Can coconut oil remove dry skin?
Ans: Coconut oil has also been found to help treat eczema and reduce its symptoms of dry, scaly and itchy skin that is prone to rashes.

Q3. Which deficiency causes dry face?
Ans: Vitamin or mineral deficiency.