Sensations of tingling and tightness after a shower, itching, formation of a thin white film on the surface of the skin ... So many signs that the skin of our body is dry.

And it is even more so in winter because of sudden climate changes (cold, wind, humidity ...). The skin is "thirsty", it needs to be properly rehydrated.

The solution ? Adopt smooth creams to massage on the skin and rich in fat, or fluid milks, less nourishing but much faster to apply and penetrate.

Why does cold dry out the skin?

"Cold reduces the secretion of sebum, which helps protect the skin and slows the evaporation of water, while the renewal of superficial skin cells accelerates.

The blood vessels, which tighten, oxygenate the tissues less well. Excessive heating also increases the dryness and itching can cause in children and adults, "says Dr. Nadine Pomarède * dermatologist Dermo Medical Center in Paris.

Hence the importance of adopting a body care rich in moisturizing, nourishing and soothing active ingredients.

( *) Coauthor, with Catherine Moreau, of my notebook beautyfood, ed. Marabout.