What to Do About Dry Skin in Autumn
Disease description:
After entering autumn, my skin is always flaky and very dry. I’d like to improve this—what can I do for dry skin in autumn?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wan
In autumn, dry skin can be alleviated by drinking more water and consuming fruits such as apples and pears, which help clear internal heat, resolve dampness, nourish yin, and moisten the lungs—thereby effectively improving skin dryness. Additionally, avoid using hot water or alkaline soaps and fragranced soaps, and limit bathing frequency to prevent stripping away the skin’s natural protective sebum layer, which may exacerbate dryness. After bathing, promptly apply hand cream or moisturizer to protect the skin and reduce the occurrence of dryness.
