Question: Help! How Do I Soften the Rough Skin on My Elbows?
Answer: Thick, dark skin on elbows is one of those annoying body problems you've likely inherited from someone. To soften rough skin on elbows, try exfoliation in the shower with a scrub and bath mitt. Follow with a heavy moisturizer. At-home microdermabrasion creams can also exfoliate a few layers of dead skin. But for the hardcore alligator-skinned cases, you're best off visiting a dermatologist for a round of acid peels on the elbow (renowned dermatologist Dr. Fredric Brandt uses trichloric acid on his patients). Laser peels can also be effective, but must be administered by an MD.
