Parched pores form a sealant on the surface of the skin. The result: flakes, redness or worse, ingrown hairs trapped underneath the dry, scaly outer layer. And while winter’s low relative humidity is the first place to point a finger, dry skin can occur throughout the year from a whole host of causes, including harsh soaps, vitamin deficiencies and sunburns. Fortunately, the fix here is fast and easy: Use an all-purpose moisturizer with SPF every day after showering for soft, supple skin (a blade’s best friend).
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