Contents:
- Medical Video: 10 Natural Tricks to Remove Dark Knees and Elbows
- 1. Improve your bathing habits
- 2. Use a lotion containing the following ingredients
- 3. Choose the right clothing material
- 4. Protect your elbows from environmental changes
- 5. Choose suitable skin care products
- 6. Know when to see a doctor
- Conclusion
Medical Video: 10 Natural Tricks to Remove Dark Knees and Elbows
There are various things that can cause dry elbows. Chlorine in water, dry and cold temperatures, too hot shower water temperature, or continuous irritation from soap, perfume, and even unsuitable lotions, are some examples of causes of dry skin elbows. In some cases, dry elbow skin can also be caused by certain medical conditions such as eczema or psoriasis. However, no matter what the cause, you can do a number of things to restore the softness of your elbow skin.
1. Improve your bathing habits
There are several bathing habits that might cause your elbows to dry. Bathing for too long is one of them. Try to limit your bath time. You can also lower the temperature of the water you use for bathing. Bathing water that is too hot can reduce moisture from your skin, so don't use water that is too hot to take a shower.
If you use fragrant bath soap, you might consider switching to soap products that do not contain fragrances. Soap containing fragrances usually tends to make the skin dry. In addition, you can also choose products that contain moisturizers in it.
2. Use a lotion containing the following ingredients
You can wear lotion on your elbows after a shower and every time you are exposed to a fairly drastic change in temperature (for example, from heat to air-conditioned rooms). When buying lotion, make sure you choose products that contain ingredients such as:
- olive oil
- coconut oil
- petroleum jelly
- cocoa butter
- shea butter
3. Choose the right clothing material
If you have sensitive skin, some clothing materials can cause irritation resulting in dry skin. Pay attention to what you wear. Do you wear new clothes? Or wearing a new blanket? If your elbow skin becomes drier or has exfoliation after being exposed to certain types of fabric, you may have sensitive skin. Limit your exposure to certain fabric materials, and remember what type of fabric makes your symptoms appear.
It is also important for you to make sure that the detergent you use does not contain irritant ingredients that can cause dry skin such as:
- certain chemicals
- fragrances
- nickel
- potassium dichromate
4. Protect your elbows from environmental changes
Your skin needs will change with changes in weather. For example, exposure to the sun for a long time can make your skin dry, especially on the elbows. If you will spend a lot of time in the sun, make sure you use a sunblock free of fragrances (fragrance-free) and use closed clothes. For optimal protection, reuse your sunscreen every two hours, or after swimming, or if you sweat.
Very cold temperatures can also make your elbow skin dry. If you are on a vacation in a place with cold and dry weather, make sure you always use a moisturizer on your elbow and cover it with clothes.
5. Choose suitable skin care products
If your dry skin is a result of certain medical conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, you may need products that are specially formulated for your situation. Consult with a dermatologist about skin products that are suitable for you.
6. Know when to see a doctor
If your dry elbow condition persists and does not improve, you are advised to consult a doctor or skin specialist. You may experience undetected allergies or other medical conditions. If you experience worsening symptoms such as redness or even bleeding on the elbow skin, you should immediately seek medical help.
Conclusion
Although dry elbows often make you feel uncomfortable, remember that this condition is not permanent. Changing your routine and wearing a moisturizer might be the answer to your skin problems. In some cases, medicines from pharmacies can also help treat your dry skin. If symptoms do not improve, consult a doctor or dermatologist immediately.
