Health Tip: Help Avoid Dry Skin

(HealthDay News) -- Skin changes are common as you age, including skin that's dry and itchy.

The Cleveland Clinic says you can avoid dry skin by taking note of these risk factors:

• Not drinking enough fluids.
• Spending too much time in the sun.
• Exposure to dry air.
• Being a smoker.
• Being under stress.
• Having less active oil and sweat glands, a common condition as people age.