How to Deal With 6 of the Worst Fall Skin Care Problems

Those bumps on the back of your arms, known as keratosis pilaris, can be exacerbated when the weather gets colder. Gohara explains that KP (also known as "chicken skin") is genetic and hard to cure for this reason. A light exfoliator, like Dove Exfoliating Body Polish, $5.99, can smooth the surface of skin, says Gohara. Zeichner adds that he often recommends patients use similar ingredients to treat keratosis pilaris as they would acne. "Salicylic acid is a go-to ingredient," says Zeichner. "It penetrates into the follicle and helps exfoliate dead cells that accumulate on the surface of the skin." Zeichner says Neutrogena Acne Proofing Daily Scrub, $7.49, is great for your arms and legs and it can also be used on your face.

Gohara says a tiny bit of retinol may help with KP, too. Lactic acid is another ingredient to look for if you notice chicken skin this fall, says Ross. He likes AmLactin Alpha-Hydroxy Therapy Daily Moisturizing Body Lotion, $12.99, which contains 12 percent lactic acid. "Keep in mind that a lactic acid-based product will make you more susceptible to sun damage so you need to keep your skin protected," Ross says.