Many people complain that their skin gets tighter and itchier during the winter. While others complain that summer heat wrecks havoc on their dry skin. In the end it seems that no matter the season, dry skin can be a problem.

Each one of the four season comes with its own set of problems. Winter wind and cold air draw out the moisture from your skin. Summer means more pool time, which means more contact with irritating substances such as chlorine.

Dry Skin Care & Winter

You may believe that your skin moisturizer will solve your dry skin problems, but this doesn't always happen. The problem is that what you use on your skin is just as important as how to use it.

For example, dry skin requires a creamy moisturizer or oil, such as rose hip oil, but you should also apply it immediately after your skin has been exposed to water. This means that you should get out of the shower, towel dry and while your skin is still damp, you should apply your moisturizer. This simple step will help conserve the shower water on your skin and trap in moisture.

If you have dry skin then you should use a cream cleanser or olive oil to cleanse your face. Avoid soapy cleansers. The soap will dry out and irritate your skin while the water needed to lather up the cleanser will take some of your skin's moisture with it as it evaporates.

Here are some more helpful tips that will help avoid dry skin and provide dry skin relief during winter:

*keep away from fireplaces or open flames

*drink sips of cool water throughout the day

*use a humidifier to restore moisture to the atmosphere

Summer Dry Skin Care

If you're hoping that summer will come along to be free of dry skin problems, you may be in for a surprise. The reason most people suffer from dry skin during summer is: more exposure to water. Water strips both the natural oils and moisture from your skin.

It is vital that you follow a few suggestions if you want to enjoy the beach and avoid dry skin problems. First off, take your moisturizer and sunscreen with you wherever you go. Both of these products will help protect your skin and keep it moisturized.

If you are going to the pool, make sure to rinse the chlorine from your body once you get out of the water. Pat your skin dry using a dry towel and reapply your moisturizer and sunscreen. This will help keep the chlorine from irritating your skin and prevent the pool water from stripping your skin or its natural moisture.

The same is true if you decide to go for a swim in the ocean. As soon as you get out of the water, rinse off the salt, pat dry and apply your moisturizer and sunscreen.