What causes flaky skin?

Answer by  Feasel (1766)

Usually it means you need more moisture. Try drinking more water and apply some unscented lotion. Scented lotion may irritate your skin.

Answer by  DStone (817)

Flaky skin is usally caused by dryness. Use a deep moisturizing lotion with vitamin E as well as sun screen if it's exposed and drink plenty of water.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

Flaky skin can be a result of something lacking in your diet. Your environment can lead to this condition in the case of too dry heat in the wintertime. Allergies can make your skin flake. A medical condition can do the same. If you are well, maybe a deep moisterizing lotion several times a day can help.

Answer by  monkeyz (3150)

Flaky skin is usually caused by dehydration and dryness in the atmosphere. It can be healed by drinking enough fluids and moisturizing the affected area.