The cold of the winter often affects the skin negatively. Low humidity and cold weather usually result in skin losing moisture. If you do not make an effort to protect your skin, by the time winter comes to an end, you will have dry, damaged skin. Unfortunately, most people are naturally more concerned about staying warm than keeping their skin healthy. That hot shower you turn to because of the cold, further dehydrates your skin. Measures such as adding collagen to your skin care regimen will help you to retain a firm and healthy skin during winter. Use an oil-based moisturizer If you use the same moisturizer irrespective of the season, you need to find out if what you are using is helping your skin or causing more harm. During winter, an oil-based moisturizer is best since it helps to seal the moisture in your skin. A water-based lotion will expose your skin to further dehydration if you use it during winter. Moisturizing your skin several times a day will help keep your skin healthy. Ensure you moisturize your skin soon after your shower. This helps in the retention of moisture and keeps your skin healthy. Any delays will lead…