Mayo Clinic Minute: Winter skin protection tips

They’re the wounds in an annual battle with dry winter air.

Mayo Clinic dermatologist Dr. Dawn Davis says hands are especially vulnerable to cracks and cuts that can put you at risk for infection.

If that’s not enough, Dr. Davis suggests one of three categories of moisturizers: ointments, which contain oil; creams, which have oil and water; and lotions, which are generally water-based.

Once skin improves, rubbing in a hypoallergenic, fragrance-free cream or lotion, may provide enough moisture to prevent further problems.
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