

Itching tends to be a big symptom when allergy is at play. This could be due to a detergent you use to wash your undies, or products used directly on the penis including lubricants, latex or lotions. Some people might also have skin allergies that contribute to their dry skin. So grab some lube and try practising a more gentle touch. In order to heal, the skin creates an inflammatory response that can cause dryness. If you’re having sex or masturbating without enough lubricant little microtears form on the skin of the penis. My advice is to look for products at the chemist that are safe to use with sensitive skin like eczema.Īnother common cause of dryness is friction. In an area as sensitive as the penis it’s important to use products that are soap-free and you might even need to use a body wash that is free of other chemicals. This often gets worse if you use harsh soaps to clean the area as soaps are notorious for drying out the skin. The most common cause of dry skin on the penis is the same for any other part of the body: skin can just get dry. Most people with a penis will experience this at some point in their life but the good news is that often there’s nothing to worry about and most cases can be easily treated at home. Dry skin can affect any part of the penis, including the foreskin, glans (head), and shaft.

If you’ve ever looked down to see dry or peeling skin on your penis, you’ve probably been a bit concerned.
