We spend a lot of time on our faces in autumn, but the skin that's hidden under jumpers and jeans often has it hardest. Do your shins feel tight after a shower? Do your elbows look rough, or does your skin itch a little when you pull off a wool sweater? That's dry body skin, and it's very common this time of year.
Why your body gets drier in autumn
Cold air outside and heating inside both pull moisture from the skin. On top of that, we take longer, hotter showers when it's chilly, and hot water strips away the natural oils that keep skin comfortable. Areas with fewer oil glands, like the shins, forearms and elbows, feel it first.
Five small habits that help
- Keep showers short and lukewarm rather than hot.
- Pat yourself dry with a towel instead of rubbing.
- Moisturise within a few minutes, while your skin is still slightly damp.
- Give dry spots like shins, elbows and knees a little extra.
- Choose soft fabrics against the skin if wool makes you itch.
Our pick: Beauty of Joseon Jelloskin Massage Cream
This cream is made for both face and body, with a rich but flexible texture that glides easily over the skin. It's designed to give deep, long-lasting hydration and to leave skin feeling softer, smoother and more supple. It also contains soothing ingredients to keep skin calm while you massage, and it absorbs without a greasy layer, so you can get dressed straight after.
A five-minute evening ritual
After a warm (not hot) shower or bath, pat your skin almost dry.
Take a small amount of cream and warm it between your hands.
Massage it into your legs, arms and shoulders in slow circles, working upward.
Spend an extra moment on elbows, knees and shins.
Let it absorb, or gently wipe off any excess.
Those few minutes do more than moisturise. Slowing down after a long day is part of the care too, and it's a nice way to end an evening when it's dark early.
A gentle reminder
If your skin is cracked, very red or keeps itching despite moisturising, give it a rest and check with a doctor or pharmacist. For everyday autumn dryness, a short shower and a good cream on damp skin go a long way.
You can find the Beauty of Joseon Jelloskin Massage Cream in our shop if you'd like to give your body the same care as your face this autumn.
