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Dry skin can be caused by many factors and is common in Australia even in younger people. We generally have drier skin as we get older. Factors that affect our skin include the weather, sun exposure, airconditioning, dehydration as well as exposure to cleansers, sanitisers, soaps, detergents & shampoos.

There are many ways to improve dry skin including moisturising creams and balms. Wearing protective clothing and hats in sunny, windy and dry conditions limits the dry effect on your skin. Also, minimising drying type cleansers, hot showers/baths and long periods of immersion in water.

Dry skin can be a very persistent and uncomfortable problem. Usually it is not a very serious issue and creams and balms can provide sustained relief. However, if you do not improve, have redness, if dry skin causes you to lose sleep, have sores, scaling or peeling skin you should see a health professional.