Beauties beware! You must know what's in your moisturizer, and know when to switch.

BeautyPress tell us that as the weather turns cooler, swap a daily lotion for a rich cream or ointment, as recommended by makeup artist Carmindy, from the oldie but goodie TV Show What Not to Wear.

Also keep in mind that a good moisturizer shouldn't be judged by its price tag. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends looking for ingredients such as lactic acid or urea, which help alleviate dryness. Hyaluronic acid, dimethicone, glycerin, lanolin, mineral oil, and petroleum have all been recommended to help hold water to the skin (i.e. trap moisture).

Now for a few additional, yet essential tips:

Pucker up! Dermatologists recommend applying a lip balm to help heal dry, cracked lips, especially one with SFP 15. The AAD recommends petroleum jelly at night, while Carmindy suggests applying a nightly lip balm (and eye balm). Continuing to use the lip balm once lips are cured of their dryness will keep them soft and supple.

Use a mild cleanser versus a fragrant, deodorant bar, and when drying off, pat the skin instead of rubbing it. Finally, be sure to apply your moisturizer 3-5 minutes after a shower or bath. This ensures that the moisture in the skin is trapped before it escapes.

Now start treating that skin!