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With few oil glands and very little natural lubrication to keep it smooth and supple, the skin on the knees becomes dry and brown quickly -- especially when exposed to sunlight, dry weather, or constant friction caused by bending, kneeling or leaning. A daily treatment with a pumice stone removes dead, dull, grimy-looking skin and restores soft, smooth knees, suitable for showing off any time of year. Be patient, because dry, callused knees may require several treatments.
Step 1
Soften your skin by taking a warm, 5- to 10-minute bath or shower. Wash your knees with a mild, moisturizing cleanser.
Step 2
Moisten the pumice stone in the warm water. Don't use a dry pumice stone because the excess friction may damage your skin.
Step 3
Rub the pumice stone over your knees for two to three minutes on each knee, using small, circular motions and light to moderate pressure.
Step 4
Rinse your knees with warm water. Dry them with a soft, absorbent towel.
Step 5
Massage a few drops of olive, coconut or sweet almond oil into your knees to protect and moisturized the newly exposed skin. You can use a thick moisturizing cream or lotion. Reapply the oil or moisturizer throughout the day if your skin is dry.
Step 6
Rinse the pumice stone in clean water. To prevent growth of bacteria, allow the stone to air dry before the next use.
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References
Warnings
- Wait for your skin to heal before using a pumice stone if your knees have open sores or cuts, or if your skin is sunburned or inflamed.
- Avoid harsh rubbing, which may cause bleeding and infection. Don't expect to repair dry, dark knees in one attempt. The goal is to remove a thin layer of skin at a time.
Writer Bio
M.H. Dyer began her writing career as a staff writer at a community newspaper and is now a full-time commercial writer. She writes about a variety of topics, with a focus on sustainable, pesticide- and herbicide-free gardening. She is an Oregon State University Master Gardener and Master Naturalist and holds a Master of Fine Arts in creative nonfiction writing.
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