FACIAL CARE

  PITTED KERTOLYSIS: Excessive sweating of the feet and use of occlusive footwear provide an environment in which these bacteria thrive and therefore increase the risk of developing pitted keratolysis. The condition is fairly common, especially in the military where wet shoes/boots are worn for extended periods of time without removing/cleaning. Skin biopsy specimens are not usually utilized, as the diagnosis of pitted keratolysis is often made by visual examination and recognition of the characteristic odor. The infection is characterized by craterlike pits on the sole of the feet and toes, particularly weight bearing areas. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF PITTED KERATOLYSIS ? Pitted keratolysis typically presents with white discoloration of the skin and numerous discrete, "punched-out" pitted lesions or erosions, usually located on the soles of the feet.The pits are typically 1–7 millimeters in diameter. These circular and shallow pits are characteristic of pitted kerato...

 CORNS AND CALLUSES : Corns and calluses from repeated friction, rubbing or irritation  and pressure on the skin . The  most common cause is shoes that don't fit properly . A little bit of attention and care , most cases of corns or calluses can be prevented . Corns and calluses are a buildup od hard , thick form anywhere on your body , you'll usually see them on your feet, hands or fingers . Corns tend to be smal and round. you are  most likely to see corns on the tops or sides of your toes . There are types of core several types of corns .  These corns are  whitish / grey and have a softer , rubbery  texture . Soft corns appear between the toes . These corns are small and usually form on the buttom of feet .  Calluses are hard and thick  patches of skin . compared with corns , calluses are larger and have a more irregular shape . You are the most likely to see calluses on the bottom of your foot on the bony areas that carry your weight your...