arms and legs, particularly the hands, and sometimes the entire body. Dry skin may be genetic (ichthyosis) or linked to various pathologies (eczema, psoriasis, diabetes, dysthyroidism).  Yet, all dry skin tends to get worse during the winter.

The wind, cold temperatures, heavy clothing as well as UV rays in mountainous areas intensify the skin’s level of dryness. Tight, pulling sensations become more frequent in addition to intenseskindiscomfort. It is thus essential to apply rich moisturising products to the skin several times a day, particularly to the face and lips.

which contains both moisturisingingredients and lipids in order to prevent transepidermal water loss. I also highly recommend bath oil, to be used in the bath or directly on the skin after washing. I advise my patients to no longer use bubble bath or other products that may irritate the skin as well as cut down on the number of showers or baths taken per day. And, to systematically apply emollient and moisturizing products to the skin.