Xerosis is the technical term for dry skin. Xerosis resulting from cold, dry weather with low humidity is often referred to as winter xerosis. Dry skin may also be caused by inherited factors or skin conditions such as ichthyosis, as well as increasing age, excessive bathing or swimming, air conditioning, central heating or contact with soap or detergents.
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