What is a dry skin? Dry skin or xeroderma is a common skin condition. Epidermis – the outer layer of the skin consists of fat and protein. This fat keeps our skin hydrated. For the same reason, elderly are more prone to this condition due to lack of sufficient natural oils present in their skin. Factors that affect xeroderma External factors - Cold temperatures, low humidity and overuse of harsh soaps and alcohol based sanitizers and cleaning agents aggravate the dry skin condition. Internal factors - Overall health, genetics, age, personal and family history and medical conditions such as atopic dermatitis, thyroid disease etc. contribute to this condition. How to get rid of the dryness of the skin? Following are 6 handy tips which will help you keep your skin soft and supple – 1. Using gloves – Best way to keep the household irritants from touching your skin is to create a barrier between them and your skin. While cleaning or...