The two most common ways to get rid of calluses on your feet, says Anne Sharkey, D.P.M., a podiatrist with the North Austin Foot and Ankle Institute in Texas, is through mechanical or chemical methods; while mechanical includes the use of foot files, foot “shavers,” and pumice stones, chemical methods involve applying topicals, like gels and creams, to induce shedding of skin layers. Whichever method you use, though, safety is key: Our experts agree that it’s generally best to go to a medical professional for proper removal of calluses—especially if you have diabetes, neuropathy, or skin conditions, which can put you at higher risk of infection. Don't just moisturize dry skin, repair it! Kerasal does more than a basic cream. Enhanced with an exfoliating ingredient, Kerasal loosens and removes the dry, unhealthy skin and then moisturizes deeply to help restore healthy skin. See a visible difference in just one day with Kerasal! Removal method: There are two main ways to remove dead skin when it comes to callus removers. Mechanical or manual methods involve physically removing dead cells with the use of abrasive tools such as foot files, scrubs, and pumice stones. On the other hand, chemical methods include topical creams, gels, and peels that use active ingredients to induce the shedding of skin layers.

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