Use Gentle Cleansers

Soap is harsh and drying to the skin, so a simple way to help prevent dry, flaky skin is to use a gentle, moisturizing cleanser specifically formulated for dry skin. Aveeno cleansers with oatmeal are known to be effective as well.

Avoid true soaps like Ivory, which de-fat the skin and tend to cause more dryness by removing the lipid barrier.