Questions about exfoliation during the fall season

As autumn deepens, the daily temperature range increases and humidity drops sharply, making skin noticeably drier.
When indoor heating starts, the moisture in the skin seems to evaporate even faster.
As the skin becomes dry, the amount of dead skin cells that appear whiter than usual increases.

I'm worried because my base products and makeup are getting tangled.

I heard that when the skin becomes dry, the stratum corneum is easily damaged, making it vulnerable to external stimuli, and old dead skin cells build up, making the skin tone dull.
During this time, it seems more important to manage and protect the skin barrier rather than simply exfoliating too vigorously.
Especially when dryness becomes severe, people hesitate to remove dead skin cells too vigorously because they say it can be toxic.

Considering the skin condition during this fall season, what is the most effective exfoliation method (including product type and frequency) to maintain moisture in the skin while minimizing irritation?
After exfoliating, what kind of moisturizing product should I apply to quickly restore the dry skin barrier and effectively manage moisture evaporation?
I'd like some advice on recommended exfoliation methods and smart skin care tips to get through the fall and winter with clean, healthy skin.