“Dry skin is often a sign of a damaged skin barrier, which can lead to dry, itchy, or flaky skin," Dr. Mina Amin, MD, FAAD, a Los-Angeles board-certified dermatologist, says. We're no doctors, so we asked two dermatologists to give us the lowdown on building the best skin care routine for dealing with dry skin. The Best Skin Care Routine for Dry SkinThe skin care routine for someone with dry skin or even sensitive skin doesn't look dramatically different than those with other skin types. People with dry skin might benefit more from chemical exfoliators as the abrasion can irritate the skin and cause increased sensitivity. As Camp reiterates: “Use exfoliants sparingly to avoid skin irritation and exacerbation of dryness” because worsening dry skin can lead to eczema.