10 Common Reasons Your Skin Gets Dry

Dry skin can feel bad and cause problems like cracks or itchiness. Knowing why it happens helps you stop it. Here are the main causes, based on doctor advice.

Cold or Dry Weather

In cold winters or dry places, the air takes water from your skin, making it dry and rough.

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Too Much Sun

Sun rays damage your skin over time and make it lose water.

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Strong Soaps

Harsh soaps remove your skin's natural oils, leaving it dry.

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Hot Showers Too Often

Taking long hot showers washes away skin oils and causes dryness.

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Getting Older

As you age, especially over 60, your skin makes less oil and holds less water.

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Skin Problems Like Eczema

Issues like eczema break your skin's barrier, letting water escape.

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Not Drinking Enough Water

If you don't drink much water, your skin dries from inside.

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Some Medicines

Certain drugs or treatments can make your skin dry as a side effect.

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Washing Hands or Swimming a Lot

Too much water or chlorine takes away skin moisture.

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Indoor Heat

Heaters inside make the air dry, pulling water from your skin.

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