People who have dry skin often get common skin conditions such as itchy skin and dandruff, which can be quite embarrassing at times like office meetings, social gatherings, wedding ceremonies, etc.

It can even hamper the quality of your sleep. If you possess dry skin then you must be aware that dryness and itchiness increases during the pleasant winter time making it most unpleasant for you. But you need not worry! You can control your problem by following the tips for dry, itchy skin given here under.

To control dryness and itchiness of your skin the best thing to do is to replenish the moisture lost from your skin by applying sufficient amount of moisturizers. Water used for bathing purpose should neither be too cold nor hot; it should be lukewarm. After bathing you should apply moisturizer immediately and then pat it dry.

For people with dry itchy skin, thicker creams are much better option than lotions. Creams containing balanced natural ingredients, when applied on the skin surface penetrate deeper into the skin giving you great hydrating effect. Hence, opt for the skin care products that use natural components such as avocado oil, macadamia oil, almond oil, etc.

You must avoid the mineral oils as they are not hypo allergenic and may make your skin dryer if you discontinue its use. Applying baby oil, Vitamin E oil, or almond oil on moist skin can be very beneficial for dry and itchy skin. It can give you great relief from itchiness.

If you use soap and water for washing your skin then you must stop it as soap can strip away the moisture and natural oils from your skin making it more dry and itchy. In place of harsh soaps you can use gentle skin cleansers, cleansing creams, or bath/shower gels containing moisturizers.

Keep your skin and hair clean and wash your skin everyday. And when your skin causes itches do not try to scratch, rub or pick at it because this will worsen your problem.

Wear skin-friendly natural fibers such as cotton and silk as they let your skin to breathe. And use odorless detergents for washing your clothes. An important tip for dry, itchy skin is to cover your exposed skin with sunscreen while going out and to avoid direct sun exposure, especially between 11 am and 3 pm. And choose a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher.