The main cause of skin peeling in winter is dryness. During this time, the humidity in the air decreases, and the cold weather disrupts the natural oil balance of the skin. As a result, the skin becomes dry, rough, and begins to peel. There are also several other reasons why skin may peel during this season.
Skin becomes dry because, during winter, the natural humidity in the air decreases. This dry air pulls moisture from the skin, causing it to become dry.
The cold winter air also destroys the skin’s natural oils (sebum), which help protect and smooth the skin.
Many people also use hot water in winter, which strips away the skin’s natural oils, making it even drier.
Sometimes, the use of room heaters makes the air dry, which increases skin dryness.
If a moisturizer is not used during winter, the skin becomes dry quickly.
Due to less thirst in winter, many people don’t drink enough water, which causes the skin to dry out from the inside.
How to prevent it:
- Use a heavy moisturizer on your skin every day.
- Avoid soaps with excessive alkali and chemicals.
- Take showers with lukewarm water.
- Use a humidifier to help maintain moisture in the room.
- Eat nutritious foods, including vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and drink plenty of water.
- If serious skin dryness issues occur, it is important to consult a dermatologist.
