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Dry Skin and Eczema Care: How to Protect Your Skin During Cooler Weather

posted: Oct. 07, 2025.

Person scratching dry red patch on arm due to eczema or dry skin

As the weather turns cooler, many people notice their skin behaving differently. Dry air, lower humidity, and indoor heating can all strip away the skin’s natural moisture, leaving it more Read more

Dealing With Cracking, Dry Skin

posted: Sep. 01, 2022.

Find out why cracked, dry skin happens and what you can do about it. Dry or cracked skin can be a real nuisance, and you must be giving your skin the Read more

How to Prevent Chapped Hands

posted: Aug. 29, 2018.

Chapped skin can happen at any time of the year, from the warmest climate to the coldest. Whether it’s harsh chemical soaps, cold temperatures, or overexposure to the sun, chapped Read more

Battling Seasonal Itch: How to Relieve Irritated Skin during the Harsh Winter Season

posted: Feb. 01, 2017.

Cold winds, low temperatures and dry indoor conditions can strip the skin of its natural oils that serve as a natural moisturizer. Although the cold winter months often cause dry Read more