I'm curious about your tips for managing dead skin cells during the changing seasons!

My biggest worry whenever the seasons change is that white flakes of dead skin appear around my nose and mouth, causing my makeup to cake. T_T I've found that forcing a scrub at times like this just makes my skin more sensitive. Lately, after washing my face, I soak a cotton pad with toner and leave it on like a mask for about 5 minutes; I think this is the best way to soothe the flaky skin. I also consciously try to drink plenty of warm water. These are small habits, but they really make a big difference to my skin. Please share your tips on how you solve your flaky skin concerns during the changing seasons!