Most guys crank the shower temp up like they’re trying to melt stress away but here’s the deal: hot water strips your skin of natural oils. That’s bad news for your elbows, which are already thicker and more prone to drying out. Try lukewarm water instead, and use a body wash designed for dry skin. Something gentle like La Roche-Posay Lipikar Wash can help without making your skin feel like cardboard afterward.

Dead skin builds up. That’s just life. But going in too hard with rough scrubs every day? That’s a recipe for irritation. Two to three times a week is your sweet spot. Use something like Kiehl’s Body Scrub it’s got a mild texture that buffs away dryness without turning your elbows raw. Just go easy. This isn’t a car wash.

Moisturizer isn’t optional it’s the main event. And timing matters. Right after your shower, while your skin’s still damp, slap on a solid cream like CeraVe Moisturizing Cream. Got extra-dry elbows? Seal it in with a layer of CeraVe Healing Ointment. It’s thick, sure, but that’s kinda the point. You’re building a barrier so your skin can recover without losing moisture in ten minutes flat.

Totally. If you’re always in heated or air-conditioned rooms, the dry air can quietly suck the moisture from your skin. A small humidifier can work wonders, especially during sleep. It doesn’t need to be anything fancy just something that keeps the air from feeling like the Sahara. Your elbows (and probably your face too) will thank you.

Sometimes you need backup. Body oils like Versed Keep It Supple or rich butters like Kiehl’s Soy Milk & Honey Body Butter can give your skin that extra hit of hydration. They’re especially clutch if your skin’s been ignored for a while. Think of them like reinforcements less about pampering, more about getting the job done right.