It may still be warm in Texas, but the weather is already changing. And with the new season comes dry, itchy skin and brittle hair. So how do you help keep them healthy during colder months? Proper moisturizing can go a long way!

HAIR

Let’s start with hair. There are many hair types, but all variations take a toll when the temperature changes. So avoid a season-long “bad hair day” by first finding the right conditioner.

Using a daily conditioner will help to keep your hair soft and healthy without weighing down your strands. Conditioner is not just for dry hair either. Oily hair also needs a good daily conditioner. Adding moisture to your hair will prevent your scalp from overproducing oil to make up for dryness.

TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal and Honey Conditioner ($14.49 at Target) drenches your locks with “comfort food for your hair”. If you need to go the cheaper route, Organix Renewing Moroccan Argan Oil Conditioner ($5.74 at Walmart) is a great alternative.

In addition to conditioning your hair on a regular basis, a deep conditioning treatment can be used once or twice a week to retain moisture.

It’s a 10 Miracle Hair Mask ($18.79 at www.amazon.com) is one of the best options out there. After soaking your hair in it for five to 15 minutes, your hair will feel like silk!

If that’s not in your budget, Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask ($5.97 at Walmart) treats dry, damaged hair with “three naturally derived extracts – olive, meadowform and sweet almond.”

TIP: Limit your blow drying minutes to preserve moisture and prevent extra dryness.

SKIN

Your skin will also be screaming for a drink once the weather turns cooler, and the same rule applies to skin as it does to hair –  whether your skin is dry, oily or combination, you need moisturizer!

Philosophy Hope in a Jar ($39 at Ulta) gives dry skin the ultimate pump of juice and leaves it feeling soft, healthy and fresh. It is quite high on the price range, but it’s a great face cream to have around for those super-dry days.

Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 ($14.99 at Target) is a less expensive option that gives skin in need a natural glow.

If your skin is feeling extra dry, a good exfoliating scrub can do wonders.

Philosophy Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash ($25 at Ulta) is a two-in-one cleanser and exfoliator. It scrubs away nasty dead skin cells in thirty seconds flat and it is gentle enough to be used on a daily basis.

Boots No7 Total Renewal Microdermabrasion Exfoliator ($15.79 at Target) is another product that can help your skin feel smoother and healthier.

TIP: Keep your home warm, but not too hot. If the temperature inside is too different from the degrees outside, it can irritate your skin.

LIPS

Finally, give your lips a sweep of Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 ($22.50 at www.sephora.com). This sweet magic in a tube will give your lips the ultimate royal treatment. Bonus: It comes in a variety of pretty colors!

Obviously it’s a little steep in pricing, so another option is EOS Organic Lip Balm Sphere ($2.99 at Target).

TIP: In order to keep your hair, skin and lips healthy and radiant during winter months, maintain a balanced diet and drink tons of water! Your entire body will thank you.