MANILA, Philippines?Healthy, glowing skin is the ultimate accessory. It can raise confidence levels (and hemlines) and make anyone look good.

Fickle weather can instantly strip away our skin?s moisture, which is why it is important to plan a counterattack to fight the dryness. Trouble spots like the elbows, knees and feet easily lose their moisture. If the problem is ignored, they will start to get tough and leathery.

The skin around the calves is also prone to dryness, with fewer oil glands in this area.

Slathering on moisturizer may not be enough to smoothen out extremely dry skin. Add these steps to your bath-time regimen to reveal radiant new skin.

Exfoliate. Healthy skin renews itself every 28 days, but the process slows down as we grow older. Regulate this cycle by exfoliating once a week with a thick, grainy scrub (opt for sea salt, sugar or micro-beads) and work on the areas that need attention. But remember, exfoliating should never hurt. If you have sensitive skin, it may be better to just skip this part.

Scrub. Regularly scrubbing with a loofah or a washcloth can gradually smoothen out thick or flaky skin. Choose a moisturizing body wash over soap and give your skin a good polishing.

Moisturize. After stepping out of the shower, pat yourself with a towel and reach for the lotion (or body oil, if you prefer). Apply the moisturizer when the skin is a little damp to lock the water in your skin.