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South Africa
Johannesburg's high altitude and low humidity dry skin out fast, especially in winter. Hydrating serums (hyaluronic acid, applied to damp skin), rich moisturisers with ceramides, and consistent SPF do the heavy lifting — a humidifier indoors during winter can help with the dryness too, alongside your routine rather than instead of it.
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Content last reviewed 31 August 2026 by the SkinLabs Editorial Team.