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    Here's How To Keep Your Skin Looking Great During Harsh Winter Weather

    Keep that epidermis from cracking when the temps get cold.

    Unless you’re one of the rare few humans — or, perhaps, cyborgs — who’ve been blessed with near-perfect skin year-round, you’re probably well-aware of the havoc that winter can wreak on your pretty face.

    “One of the biggest things is to ‘listen’ to your skin,” advises Dhaval G. Bhanusali, MD, FAAD, a New York–based dermatologist.

    Opt for a less-drying cleanser.

    Try a thicker moisturizer.

    Incorporate hyaluronic acid.

    Use a nighttime oil.

    Cut down on retinol.

    Get a humidifier.

    When all else fails: See a dermatologist.