How to Get Rid of Dry Skin on Legs Overnight

Ladies, are you looking for ways to treat dry skin on your legs? Use your multitasking skills to manage your skincare simultaneously as sleeping! You can get rid of dry skin overnight in both senses of that word – during the night and straight away – with these helpful tips.

Why Skin Gets Drier As We Age

You might have noticed the skin on your legs becoming drier. That can be down to the natural aging process because the skin produces less oil as we age. Unfortunately, that means it’s easier for your skin to become dry without this natural hydration. This is just one of the reasons why self-care beauty routines are so important as we age.

There are other reasons why the skin on legs can become dry, including changes in the weather, certain medical conditions, and skin conditions. If you have any concerns about your skin, consult your dermatologist for advice.

The Importance of Skincare Routines and Water for Treating Dry Skin

 

It’s vital to have a thorough skincare routine in place throughout the day, including a morning regimen, a nighttime regimen, and top-ups throughout the day. It’s also essential to moisturize and hydrate the skin across all of your body, not just your legs. To delve into the subject of cleaning dry skin, read more.

Remember to drink plenty of water throughout the day, too. This will help hydrate your skin from within and improve your skin density. Drinking a glass of water is one of my favorite morning habits to start the day off right. You don’t want to take in most of your daily water requirements at bedtime because that will mess with your sleep when you need to go to the bathroom!

How to Get Rid of Dry Skin at Night

Your bedtime skincare routine is the key to waking up with silky smooth legs. Add gentle exfoliation into your regime when cleaning dry skin at night, and that will help to remove those dead skin cells that can contribute to flaky patches.

Exfoliation is best done just once, twice, or three times a week, depending on whether you have sensitive or acne-prone skin (which typically benefits from a less-is-more approach and just a once-weekly exfoliation). Always consult your dermatologist if your skincare requires a tailored approach.

When you wash at night, whether a quick shower or a soak in the tub, make sure the water is lukewarm, not hot. High temperatures dry out our skin even more. Use your gentle exfoliator (or your moisturizing body wash on nights when you’re not exfoliating) to remove dead skin cells and dirt.

Pat your skin dry, rather than rubbing vigorously with a towel, as friction can further exacerbate dry skin. Don’t aim to be totally dry – leave a slight dampness on your skin, as this will help draw moisture from the air into your skin when you apply your moisturizer. Your legs will soak up all that hydrating goodness overnight to help you wake up with smoother skin.

How do you take care of dry skin on your legs? I’d love to know!