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" Catch a glimpse of your reflection in any mirror, and there&amp;#039;s no denying that the healthy glow you sported throughout summer and fall is all but a distant memory. In its place, a pasty, dry, flaky face is probably staring back at you. &amp;quot;Cold weather dries the skin and strips away its normal barrier defense, says dermatologist Patricia Wexler, MD. &amp;quot;We lose moisture, so skin can get dry, cracked, itchy and flaky,&amp;quot; she says. If you&amp;#039;re still sticking to your summer skin care regimen, stop now; winter calls for some heavy-duty TLC. To help hydrate skin, avoid long, hot showers and instead rinse under lukewarm water. Combat dryness from at-home heating with a humidifier, and drink lots of water, recommends Dr. Wexler. Here, the worst cold-weather worries and how to stay winter-proof and pretty all season long.   Winter Beauty Problem #1: Sallow Complexion Thanks to moisture loss, dead cells have a tendency to build up on the surface of the skin, creating a lifeless look, says New York dermatologist Jeanette Graf, MD, assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. A light exfoliation can help restore radiance. WD Recommends: C.O. Bigelow Rice &amp;amp;amp; Bamboo Gentle Dermabrasion. This skin-refining formula sweeps away dead cells and pollutants and its creamy texture keeps your complexion soft and hydrated. $18; BathandBodyWorks.com   Winter Beauty Problem #2: Winter Washout The quickest pick-me-up for pale, dull skin is a pop of bright pink or peach blush on the apples of your cheeks, says New York City makeup artist Laura Geller. Your face will instantly get a boost and as a bonus, you&amp;#039;ll look soft, young and radiant. WD Recommends: LORAC Blush in Peach, the perfect shade to perk up any complexion. $19; Sephora.com   Winter Beauty Problem #3: Leather Face If your morning ritual makes you feel more like you&amp;#039;ve given yourself a facelift rather than a face wash, then your cleanser is too drying. &amp;quot;The foam wash you were using in the summertime likely contains detergent, which can strip the skin at its surface,&amp;quot; says Dr. Wexler. Switch to a rich, cream formula that you can tissue off. It&amp;#039;s gentler and more hydrating. WD Recommends:  Mario Badescu Cucumber Make-Up Remover Cream. Gingerly massage it onto your dry face in circular motions and remove it with a damp cloth or cotton pads. $10; MarioBadescu.com   Winter Beauty Problem #4: Rough Patches In the wintertime, dry, uneven skin can be difficult to successfully cover with foundation. Use the wrong formula, and you may end up looking muddy. Geller recommends choosing a base that hydrates the skin with ingredients like silicone and dimethicone, which prevent water loss. WD Recommends: Laura Geller Phenomenal Foundation. It&amp;#039;s sheer but easily buildable for more coverage. $36.50, QVC.com   Winter Beauty Problem #5: Scaly Skin No matter how much moisturizer you rub into your face, your skin still feels reptile-like. Now&amp;#039;s the time to change to a thicker moisturizer that&amp;#039;s more emollient, says Dr. Graf. The best time to apply it to your face is just after stepping out of the shower, when it will absorb more effectively. WD Recommends: Kiehl&amp;#039;s Ultra Facial Cream. This light-textured daily hydrator continuously replenishes water throughout the day. Plus, it helps reduce moisture loss while drawing moisture from the air. Prices start at $24.50; Kiehls.com   Winter Beauty Problem #6: Weepy Peepers Blustery winds and the seasonal chill can cause your eyes to water. Translation: runny mascara, says makeup artist Shiko Vun of Valery Joseph Salon in New York City. For staying power, switch to a waterproof formula, which will hold up against wind, rain and snow. WD Recommends: Clinique Gentle Waterproof Mascara. It builds smudge-proof lashes, imparts staying power and comes off easily. $14; Clinique.com   Winter Beauty Problem #7: Parched Pout Just like wool sweaters, chapped lips are a seasonal staple. Lips are constantly abused in the winter months, says Dr. Graf. &amp;quot;We lick our lips and the cold and wind make them chapped,&amp;quot; she says. Keep your pucker as moist as possible with a powerful treatment. WD Recommends: Jo Malone&amp;#039;s Vitamin E Lip Conditioner SPF 15. It nourishes dry, chapped lips and protects against the damaging effects of environmental stress such as sun, wind and pollution. $20; JoMalone.com   Winter Beauty Problem #8: Cracked Smile  You&amp;#039;ve switched to a darker shade of lipstick and reapply every 10 minutes, but you can still trace those lines in your lips. Cold weather tends to bring out every nook, cranny and crack in our lips, and lipstick can make them even drier, says Dr. Graf. Trade your lipstick for a thick gloss in a neutral shade, says Vun. &amp;quot;It really sticks to the lips and helps hide any cracks,&amp;quot; he says. WD Recommends: Neutrogena MoistureShine gloss. It keeps lips hydrated and imparts a pretty shine. $8.99; Drugstore.com   Winter Beauty Problem #9: Burn Notice Summer isn&amp;#039;t the only season when your skin can suffer from sun damage: UVA rays penetrate year round. &amp;quot;These are stealthy, lower-energy rays, which over time can cause wrinkling,&amp;quot; says Dr. Graf. Since mountain elevation is closer to the sun, outdoor sports like skiing can put you right in harm&amp;#039;s way, she adds. Not to mention, snow is a major sun reflector. The solution: Don&amp;#039;t leave home without a broad-spectrum sunscreen that guards against UVA and UVB rays. WD Recommends: Origins Out Smart Daily SPF 25 naturally protective sunscreen. This lightweight, sheer formula protects against UVA and UVB rays while vitamin C shields skin from oxidative stress, and seaweed helps keep things moist. $21, Origins.com   Winter Beauty Problem #10: Red Alert Cold temperatures, lack of humidity, wind\u2014winter&amp;#039;s signature weather conditions can make cheeks red and itchy. To get your skin to settle down, look for ingredients like licorice, chamomile and green tea, says Dr. Graf. These soothe the skin and combat redness. WD Recommends: Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer SPF 30, which contains naturally calming ingredients to reduce redness, diminish blotches and ease sensitive skin. $14.99; Target.com  "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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