8/14/2009 9:02:06 AM Dry skin is a common problem. To keep your skin hydrated, drink plenty of water (at least eight glasses a day). Use mild cleansers, mild soaps or natural-pH products. Moisturizers need to be applied regularly and a good diet. lastly, visit your dermatologist for more details or consultations.

9/11/2009 4:55:59 PM has anyone tried vaseline for dry skin? is it effective?

9/30/2009 6:56:11 AM Dry skin lacks moisture and thus requires intensive nourishing ingredients.

10/26/2009 3:13:58 AM Daily care for dry skinDry skin needs intensive and regular, depending on the stage of dryness it is going through. A few steps in caring for dry skin include:Cleansing * This becomes an essentiality for dry skin, especially in women who use make-up. * Remnants of make-up that are not washed away by water tend to clog the skin pores further reducing the amount of Sebum available to the skin. * A mild, cleansing milk, if rubbed into the skin gently and wiped off, can cleanse the skin without excessively drying it. * Ideally, cleansing should be done twice daily—in the morning, before wearing make-up and at night, just before bedtime. * Plain lemon can act as a cleanser if rubbed onto the skin once or twice a week and the citric acid present in lime juice can work as a natural bleach, making the skin look fairer. Toning * Toning tightens the skin pores and stimulates surface circulation and even dissolves dirt. * It also braces the area around the eyes and along the jaw line and should follow cleansing. * A toner with honey or a mint base is great for delicate and parched skin. * Cotton balls soaked in toner can be refrigerated and can be rolled over the neck and face in an upward direction. Nourishing * Skin needs nourishment during rest for it to go through cell regeneration to restore Cells that may have been damaged in the course of daily activities. * Nourishing cream should be a part of daily bedtime routine and should be applied liberally over the face and neck. * While it increases circulation, it also relaxes tense and taut muscles. * Individuals with dry skin will need to use a nourishing cream with vitamin E as it will help prevent the appearance of wrinkles.