By Sophie London, special to Rouge
After months of enduring chilly temperatures and hiding under layers of clothing, it’s time to give your parched body skin the attention it deserves. To help make the transition easier, follow these simple tips to smooth skin.
Step 1: CLEANSE
Beautiful skin starts with good skin care, and that means clean skin. But before you stand under a long, hot shower, remember: hot water strips skin of its natural oils, leaving it drier than before. According to P&G Beauty senior scientist Dr. Rolanda Johnson, a hot shower combined with harsh soaps and over washing can “damage the skin’s outer layer. It’s a recipe for clean, yet dull, damaged and dehydrated-looking skin.” For smooth results, start to hydrate skin in the shower with a rich body wash. While they effectively remove dirt and body oils, body washes also contain skin hydrators that moisturize at the same time. A lot of the new body washes like Olay Sheer Moisture Ribbons Body Wash 
Olay Sheer Moisture Ribbons Body WashThe body wash will leave you with weightlessly moisturized and beautiful skin. The cleanser is infused with mandarin oil and a ribbon of light moisturizers.Learn More|Add to Beauty Kit
contain petrolatum, which dermatologists believe is one of the most effective moisturizing substances currently available. It places a protective coating over the skin and penetrates to help restore the moisture barrier. The body wash is infused with a ribbon of rich moisturizers that prevent the skin from drying out after a hot shower, and that’s essential to your smooth skin goal.
Step 2: EXFOLIATE SKIN
Want to reveal fresh, smooth skin fast? Then remember to exfoliate! Your skin is constantly regenerating itself. And depending on your age, the entire process can take between 20 to 40 days. When we exfoliate, we’re speeding up the body’s natural cell turnover process. As a result, newer, fresher cells come to the surface more quickly. And the fresher the cells at the surface, the softer our skin becomes. A quick and easy way to get silky-smooth skin? Olay Spa Exfoliating Bars with Micro Beads 
Olay Spa Exfoliating BarWith its luxurious blend of special Micro beads and cleansers, it leaves the skin feeling purified and beautifully clean. Bar none!Learn More|Add to Beauty Kit , which contain micro beads and cleansers to slough off the dead skin cells and condition at the same time. Use one in the shower or bath to exfoliate away dull winter skin. For especially tough areas, such as heels and elbows, exfoliate skin with a loofah or pumice stone. Combined with a rich body wash, they help remove dead skin cells without irritating the skin. First, soak the skin thoroughly to soften it. Wet the loofah or pumice stone with warm water, then rub in a small, circular motion. But be careful: don’t rub too hard, or you’ll damage the new skin underneath.
Step 3: MOISTURIZE
Okay, maybe you haven’t yet tried Olay Sheer Moisture Ribbons Body Wash. Or perhaps you live in a very dry climate. Either way, your skin is craving extra hydration. Check out Olay Quench Body Lotion - Deep Moisture 
Olay Quench Daily Lotion with ShimmerThis daily lotion leaves skin shimmering and smooth, while replenishing it with an immediate burst of moisture.Learn More|Add to Beauty Kit . Its non-greasy formula contains cocoa butter, jojoba and vitamins B3 to provide instant moisturization while penetrating beneath the skin’s surface to prevent dryness.
There can be a lot of benefits to one simple skin care step. And remember, to lock in moisture, it’s always best to apply lotion while skin is still damp after showering or bathing.
Now that your skin is smooth and supple from head to toe, it’s time to show off that bodacious new bod! Whichever runway trend you favor this season, from minimalist to global goddess, nothing completes the look better than soft, sexy, smooth skin!