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P Special I F P IF Focus International Federation of Podiatrists Fédération Internationale des Podologues Frequently Asked Questions Dry and Itchy skin Open shoes may facilitate further dehydration (xerosis) of dry feet. Semi-closed styles in leather (which permit What can I do about dry and/or itchy skin? the skin to breath and facilitate evaporation) may If your skin is too dry, re-moisturise the skin. By provide a solution. Non-breathable (occlusive) materials restoring moisture, you restore flexibility that will are not recommended and can promote itchy fungal reverse cracking, peeling and scaling. Emollients are infections by creating a micro-climate inside the shoes: creams that can be applied to prevent water loss from warm, dark and humid. Perspiration can trap dust or the skin. Use emollients after bathing and frequently other particles and the friction of an overlying shoe or throughout the day. Oils can be added to bath water sandal strap on a perspiring foot can cause acidity and but avoid too frequent, too hot or baths for too long trigger contact dermatitis. In such cases, perspiration in at a time. Heel creams that contain keratin softeners the feet should be controlled by means of a foot anti- such as urea are more effective to penetrate thickened perspirant spray or lotion. Also, pay attention to certain or crumblin