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Summary: Elbows become crusty and ashy because of the amount of stress and movement put on the skin. Get rid of crusty, ashy elbows forever with tips from a beauty editor in this free skin care video.
Jackie Silver is the owner of Aging Backwards, and has been working in the beauty profession for more than 30 years.read more
"Probably the single most forgotten body part there is, your elbows, can look pretty rough if you don't pay attention to them. I'm Jackie Silver from Aging Backwards with How to Banish Crusty, Ashy Elbows Forever. There are some skin conditions, such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis, that can show up on your elbows, so always check with your doctor before trying any home remedies. The first step to banishing dry ashy elbows is to exfoliate the skin. You can do this by rubbing in a circular motion with a textured sponge or loofah cloth. Don't rub too hard or you can damage your skin. The elbow actually is kind of delicate. Pat dry and apply a rich moisturizer. For extra hydration, try moisturizing your elbows before bed and sleeping with a fitted long sleeved shirt on. Remember, to banish dry ashy elbows, exfoliate the skin on the elbows with a loofah in the shower, apply a rich moisturizer, and check with your doctor for possible skin condition. I'm Jackie Silver with How to Banish Crusty, Ashy Elbows Forever. Stay young!"
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