Dry skin, or xeroderma and xerosis, occurs in 40% to 60% of all adults, especially in winter. It occurs in 70% to 99% of adults aged 60 years of age or older and increases with age.

Dry skin is a very common problem. It rarely occurs in the hot climate, frequent washing, and with old age or some habits like taking long hot showers or using strong soaps. For most people, this is ...

Give your itchy scalp some soothing relief this winter with these recommendations from dermatologist Elyse Love.

Your skin feels tight, looks dull, and no matter how much moisturizer you slather on, nothing seems to help. Sound familiar? You’re not alone in this frustrating skincare mystery that affects millions ...

If you’ve ever suffered from common skin conditions like rosacea, eczema or psoriasis, you know how uncomfortable the intense itching, dryness and redness can be. Fortunately, you don’t have to ...

Uncomfortably dry skin is common enough as the years pass. But you may also notice that the very same issue affects your mouth, eyes, and, for women, the vagina. Most of the time, it’s simply part of ...

No matter how much I moisturize my face in the winter, there’s always one stubborn spot that refuses to cooperate: the dry skin around my nose. Sure, a little flaking and peeling are par for the ...

Dry skin is often linked to environmental factors, but persistent dryness may indicate underlying health conditions such as thyroid disorders, vitamin deficiencies, diabetes, or hormonal imbalances.