
My skin is extremely dry -- especially on my legs and arms. I didn't think this happened during the summer! What can I do?
Your legs and arms have very few oil glands, which causes them to be drier than other parts of your body, says California-based dermatologist David Sire, M.D. He suggests making a few small changes to your showering routine. First, take only short showers (about 5 minutes) using tepid water. Lengthy, hot showers can cause dry skin. Also, regular and deodorant soaps can dry your skin, so wash with a soap substitute, such as Cetaphil.
After your shower, wipe your legs and arms with a damp cloth to keep the skin as wet as possible. Then, apply a moisturizer containing glycolic or lactic acid to exfoliate and get rid of flakes. (We like Curél Age Defying Therapeutic Moisturizing Lotion.) Finally, avoid loofahs and abrasive body scrubs, which will only irritate your skin.
Marie Claire Newsletter
Celebrity news, beauty, fashion advice, and fascinating features, delivered straight to your inbox!
-
Don’t Underestimate Niacinamide
It’s a multi-talented ingredient.
By Samantha Holender
-
Of Course 'Squid Game: The Challenge' Is Getting a Season 2
Cue the green-light puns.
By Quinci LeGardye
-
Jennifer Lopez Opens Up About Not Winning an Oscar, a Golden Globe, Or a Grammy (Yet)
“I’ve always kind of marched to the beat of my own drum.”
By Rachel Burchfield
-
The 20 Best Hair Masks for Damaged Hair, According to Experts and Editors
Healthy strands, here we come!
By Gabrielle Ulubay
-
How Often You Should Wash Your Hair, According To Experts
Keep it fresh, my friends.
By Gabrielle Ulubay
-
The 11 Best Magnetic Lashes of 2023
Go ahead and kiss your messy lash glue goodbye.
By Hana Hong
-
The 32 Best Hair Growth Shampoos of 2023, According to Experts
Rapunzel hair, coming right up.
By Gabrielle Ulubay
-
Beauty Advent Calendars Make the Perfect Holiday Gift
The gift that keeps on giving.
By Julia Marzovilla
-
The 18 Best Natural Hair Products in 2023
Remember: Your curls are your crown.
By Gabrielle Ulubay
-
The 9 Best Hot Rollers for the Curls of Your Dreams
This is how we roll.
By Samantha Holender
-
The 12 Best Cream Eyeshadows, According to Makeup Artists
The best part? They’re so easy to apply.
By Samantha Holender