Everyone can have dry skin. But more older people suffer from dry skin, often on their lower legs, elbows, and lower arms feeling rough and scaly. There are many reasons, but not drinking enough liquids, extended exposure in the sun, living in a very dry climate, smoking, excess stress are the mostly likely ones.
Dry skin also can be caused by health problems, such as diabetes or kidney disease. Using too much soap, antiperspirant, or perfume and taking hot baths will make dry skin worse.
To ease dry skin and the common itchy, you can use lotions, creams, and ointments.
Moisturizers like lotions, creams, or ointments can soothe dry, itchy skin. They should be used everyday. Take fewer baths and use mild soap and warm water.Use humidifier during winter time.