New Beauty has put together some reasons why your skin may be so dry as well as tips on how to deal with the dryness.

Reasons your skin feels SO dry:
[checklist icon=”fa-times-circle” iconcolor=”” circle=”” circlecolor=”#65c2f0″ size=”small” class=”” id=””][li_item icon=”fa-times-circle-o”]Not drinking enough water[/li_item]
[li_item icon=”fa-times-circle-o”]Cholesterol lowering drugs, which lower the cermides that serve as a skin barrier to help retain moisture. Ceramides are made of cholesterol.)[/li_item]
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Tips to keep your skin feeling soft and moisturized:
[checklist icon=”fa-times-circle” iconcolor=”” circle=”” circlecolor=”#65c2f0″ size=”small” class=”” id=””][li_item icon=”fa-times-circle-o”]Put on moisturizer after cleansing your face, but before putting on regular skin-care products. Damp skin helps seal in moisture. [/li_item]
[li_item icon=”fa-times-circle-o”]Avoid washing with hot water. [/li_item]
[li_item icon=”fa-times-circle-o”]Drink plenty of water. [/li_item][li_item icon=”fa-times-circle-o”]Avoid harsh cleansers or those that seem rental but contain harsh ingredients—check labels![/li_item]
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