The Style Rant is a regular column that addresses some topic related to personal style. Sometimes it is literally about fashion and sartorial style; other times about social interaction, entertainment, or some other topic that has caught my attention.

Most men like to keep their skincare routine pretty simple, no-nonsense in fact. Most guys don’t realize that they may need to re-evaluate their skincare routine and products as the seasons change, especially in winter. Our winter this year has been unusually brutal and has taken it’s toll on men’s skin. You may have noticed that your skin may have more dry patches, appear more ashy and may be more sensitive than usual thanks to ole’man winter and it’s effects. These simple tips are an easy solution to combat dry winter skin.