You don't need the Weather Channel to know that the effects of winter can be brutal to your skin. While you've been wrapping yourself up in heavy sweaters and turning up the heat, have you given any thought to your own personal weather indicator—a dry and itchy body? If you're like the rest of us, it feels like the moisture is being sucked right out of your winter skin. Ironically, that's exactly what's happening as we try to keep warm.

Winter skin is more than a cosmetic problem. The drier your skin is, the less able it is to provide a barrier against infection. Splits in the skin can create a greater chance for infection to take hold. Luckily, with a little knowledge and minimal effort, you can fortify your skin so it can function at its healthy, glowing best!

In addition to your typical hygiene routine, you can pamper your skin without ever having to step foot into a spa. Check out these awesome, everyday tips to prevent dry winter skin and treat your skin to the moisture it deserves.