Dry Skin
Dry skin can look and feel rough, itchy, flaky, or scaly. It can affect large areas on the body or smaller patches of skin, varying from person to person.
Dry skin, also known as xerosis or xeroderma, is a common condition that affects people of all ages. It is characterized by a lack of moisture in the skin and has many causes, including cold or dry weather, sun damage, harsh soaps, and overbathing.
Ways in which dry skin can be improved include regular moisturizing, restoring the skin’s protective barrier, and practicing sun protection year-round.
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Skincare tips & advice
How To Manage Dry, Itchy Skin on Your Face and Body<p>Dealing with <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/itchy-skin/evaluating-your-itchy-skin-is-it-an-allergic-reaction-of-something-more-serious">dry, itchy skin</a> on your face or body can be frustrating, but there are several ways to help improve your skin’s look and feel. Ahead, learn how to <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/dry-skin">soothe dry skin</a> and discover <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice">tips</a> for restoring hydrated, comfortable-feeling skin on your face and body with CeraVe.</p>
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Skincare Routines
CeraVe Solutions: A Body Care Routine for Dry Skin<p>Whether it’s on your hands, feet, elbows, or anywhere else on your body, <a href="/skincare/dry-skin" target="_blank">dry skin</a> is a common skin concern—especially during the dry, cold winter months. Fortunately, with a gentle, moisturizing skincare routine, it’s possible to both soothe and hydrate your dry skin. Read on to discover CeraVe’s simple, yet effective body care routine for helping to restore comfortable, healthy-looking skin on your body.</p>
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Skincare tips & advice
4 Common Causes of Dry, Flaky Skin on Your Face<p>There are many factors that may cause dryness and flaking on your face. Keep reading to discover some of the common causes of <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/dry-skin">dry skin</a>, which habits to avoid, and who may be most likely to experience this skin concern.</p>
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Skincare tips & advice
How To Choose a Facial Cleanser for Dry Skin<a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/best-cleanser-dermatologist-recommended">Cleansing</a> is the essential first step in any <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-routines/a-nourishing-skincare-routine-for-dry-skin">skincare routine </a> for healthy-looking skin—but it’s important to choose the right cleanser for your <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/what-skin-type-do-i-have">skin type</a>. The ideal face wash for dry skin should remove impurities from the skin’s surface without disrupting the skin’s moisture barrier or leaving your skin feeling stripped. Ahead, discover CeraVe’s <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice">tips and advice</a> for choosing a gentle yet effective <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/cleansers/facial-cleansers-for-dry-skin">facial cleanser for dry skin</a>.
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Skincare tips & advice
CeraVe Dry Skin Tips: Is My Skin Dry or Dehydrated?<p><a href="/skin-smarts/skincare-routines/a-nourishing-skincare-routine-for-dry-skin">Dry skin</a> is a <a href="/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/what-skin-type-do-i-have">skin type</a> that is caused by a lack of sebum production, whereas dehydrated skin is a temporary state caused by a lack of water in the skin. If you're unsure how to tell if your skin is dehydrated or dry, keep reading. There are some tell-tale signs to look for that can help you understand the difference.</p>
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Skincare for Baby
3 Reasons Why Your Baby’s Skin May Be Dry—and How to Care For It<p>We expect a baby’s skin to be smooth, soft to touch and pretty much perfect. So why does your infant have rough, flaky skin? Discover what makes your little one’s skin different, and how to keep it hydrated.</p>
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Acne
Dry Skin and Acne: Common Causes and TreatmentsMany <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/teenage-skincare-routine-tips">teenagers</a> and adults experience both <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/acne">acne</a> and <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/dry-skin">dry skin</a>. What you might not know, even if you deal with both, is that one can impact the other. The good news is that it’s possible to create a gentle yet effective skincare routine with both acne-fighting treatments and other beneficial ingredients (such as <a href="https://www.cerave.com/about-cerave/the-ceramides-difference">ceramides</a>). Even better: Doing so can help keep your skin looking clear without unwanted dryness.
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Skincare for Baby
Baby It’s Cold Outside: 5 Tips For Cold-Weather SkincareWhen winter hits and temperatures dip, the cold air outside coupled with dry indoor heat can make delicate baby skin even more prone to dryness.
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Rough and Bumpy Skin
What Causes Rough, Dry Skin Patches & How To Get Rid of Them<p><a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/dry-skin">Dry skin</a> can have an uneven, <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/rough-bumpy-skin">rough texture</a> that feels coarse to the touch. Common on the face and body, rough skin patches are often the result of dryness or a buildup of dead skin cells. If you’re wondering what you can do to help reduce rough, dry skin patches, there are a few simple, yet effective steps you can take—starting with a targeted <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-routines">skincare routine</a>. Ahead, learn more about how a daily regimen that combines <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice/5-expert-tips-for-exfoliating-without-disrupting-the-skin-barrier">exfoliation</a> and hydration can help improve the appearance of rough, dry skin.*</p>
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Rough and Bumpy Skin
Understanding Your Skin: Why Is My Skin Scaly?<p>Your skin constantly sheds and renews itself through a natural exfoliation process known as desquamation. Although you normally can’t see or feel it, the average person sheds about 40,000 skin cells every day, according to the <a href="https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/10978-skin">Cleveland Clinic</a><sup>.1</sup> Regular cell turnover is an important part of maintaining healthy-looking skin and any disruption to this process can cause the skin to take on a visibly <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/rough-bumpy-skin/what-causes-rough-skin-patches-how-to-get-rid-of-them">rough</a>, scaly appearance. Read on to learn more about the possible causes of <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skincare/dry-skin">dry</a>, scaly skin, and discover a few <a href="https://www.cerave.com/skin-smarts/skincare-tips-advice">tips</a> to help restore a feeling of smoothness and softness to scaly skin.</p>
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