Bare skin is the natural state of the human body, without any clothing or other coverings. The term can also refer to the exposed surface of an animal's body. In a crossword puzzle, the solutions for the term 'BARE SKIN' are BUFF and PEEL. BUFF is a verb meaning to polish or shine something with a cloth or brush. PEEL is a verb meaning to remove the outer layer of something, such as the skin of a fruit or vegetable.