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The 5-Cent Trick to Getting Rid of Dry, Flaky Skin

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After what feels like the longest winter ever, your skin is probably as angry as you are. Read: dry patches galore. Exfoliate too much and it could make matters worse. But overdo the moisturizer and you look like a grease ball. Oh, and trying to cover up the flakes with foundation will just result in a mess—unless you try this little remedy, which costs all of maybe five cents. 

What you need: A piece of Scotch tape and liquid foundation.

What you do: After applying your daily moisturizer, grab a piece of Scotch tape and press it onto any flakey areas, gently lifting them off. Once any peeling dry skin is gone, reach for a liquid or serum-based foundation and apply as you normally would. Skip the powder, though—it will dry skin out even more.

Why it works: The scotch tape stick to any flakes that are ready to come off and removes them without irritating the rest of your face. It’s a lot gentler than exfoliating, and besides, who doesn’t already have tape in their junk drawer. 

Don’t be surprised if you find a roll of Scotch in our makeup bags from here on out. 

How to Fix Dry Skin Patches Under Your Foundation



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Brianna Lapolla formerly held the role of Senior Commerce Editor at PureWow covering all things shopping across beauty, fashion, and lifestyle. Now, she's putting her 12 years of professional experience to use on a freelance basis. When she's not typing away, you can find her somewhere in Europe or at home catering to her dog, King Louis.