How to Stop Dry, Flaky Skin When the Weather Changes

Is your skin suddenly feeling tight, rough, or flaky now that the weather is changing?

Cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and indoor heating can make it harder for your skin to hold onto moisture. The moisturizer that worked for the last few months may no longer keep the dryness at bay. 

Before replacing your entire skincare routine, try these simple adjustments.

1. Help Your Skin Hold Onto Moisture

If your skin feels dry or tight shortly after moisturizing, it may need a little extra protection to prevent moisture loss.

What to do: Keep using your regular moisturizer, but layer Deep Moisture Fluid over it to help seal in hydration.

It creates a lightweight protective veil that helps your skin retain moisture while giving it an immediate, smooth, dewy glass-skin finish.

You can also use it on its own when your skin doesn't need the extra layer.

2. Deal With Flaking the Right Way

Not every flake needs exfoliation.

If your skin feels dry, tight, or irritated: Focus on hydration and moisturizing first. Skip exfoliation until your skin feels comfortable again.

If your skin feels comfortable but looks dull, rough, or flaky: Gentle exfoliation may help remove accumulated surface cells, especially if it's been a while since you've exfoliated.

Derma Priming Peel Booster pads can help smooth rough texture and remove dull buildup while providing hydration. Use them according to your skin's tolerance rather than increasing exfoliation just because you're seeing flakes.

3. Make These Small Changes Today

• Wash your face with lukewarm water, not hot.

• Apply moisturizer shortly after cleansing.

• Use a humidifier if indoor heating is drying out the air.

• Avoid over-cleansing or scrubbing away flakes.

• Continue wearing sunscreen every day.

Your Cold-Weather Skincare Game Plan

Dry or tight? Add Deep Moisture Fluid over your regular moisturizer.

Flaky and irritated? Focus on moisturizing and give exfoliation a break.

Rough or dull without irritation? Consider gentle exfoliation with Derma Priming Peel Booster.

You don't need an entirely new skincare routine every time the weather changes. A few small adjustments can help your skin stay smooth, hydrated, and comfortable throughout the colder months.