Dry Skin

Dry skin may occur on any part of the body. Dry skin occurs more commonly in winter when cold air outside and heated air inside contribute to low humidity. Forced-air furnaces lower the humidity even further. The skin loses moisture and may crack and peel, or become irritated and inflamed. Bathing too frequently, especially with harsh soaps, may contribute to dry skin. Dry skin is frequently a sign of eczema.

Dry skin is generally treated with moisturizing creams and lotrime.