Different people have different reactions to foot peels
People who use foot peels find themselves fascinated by the way their skin molts and sheds, like a lizard’s. And since the process can take days or even weeks, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. “You must brace yourself for a lot what I can best describe as an oddly satisfying amount of dead skin peeling off your foot as if it’s grated cheese,” recounted one foot peel enthusiast in Good Housekeeping. “Yes, it’s gross… but also oh-so-satisfying.” Since you don’t know exactly when the shedding will happen, though, suddenly seeing skin fall off your feet can be startling surprise (via SELF). Others, however, only had minimal peeling, even though they followed the instructions to the letter. Still, many users adore the product. Instagram is full of photos of proudly peeled feet and dramatic before-and-after images.
Because the product contains high concentrations of acid, though, not everyone should hop onto the foot peel trend. “I would caution that if you have any warts, corn callouses, open sores, or skin sensitivity, you should definitely skip this,” Margarita Lolis, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in New Jersey, told Good Housekeeping. Pregnant women should also consult their doctors before use.
What Really Happens When You Use A Foot Peel
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By Jorie Mark/Sept. 8, 2020 7:06 am EST
Different people have different reactions to foot peels
People who use foot peels find themselves fascinated by the way their skin molts and sheds, like a lizard’s. And since the process can take days or even weeks, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. “You must brace yourself for a lot what I can best describe as an oddly satisfying amount of dead skin peeling off your foot as if it’s grated cheese,” recounted one foot peel enthusiast in Good Housekeeping. “Yes, it’s gross… but also oh-so-satisfying.” Since you don’t know exactly when the shedding will happen, though, suddenly seeing skin fall off your feet can be startling surprise (via SELF). Others, however, only had minimal peeling, even though they followed the instructions to the letter. Still, many users adore the product. Instagram is full of photos of proudly peeled feet and dramatic before-and-after images.
Because the product contains high concentrations of acid, though, not everyone should hop onto the foot peel trend. “I would caution that if you have any warts, corn callouses, open sores, or skin sensitivity, you should definitely skip this,” Margarita Lolis, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in New Jersey, told Good Housekeeping. Pregnant women should also consult their doctors before use.
Because the product contains high concentrations of acid, though, not everyone should hop onto the foot peel trend. “I would caution that if you have any warts, corn callouses, open sores, or skin sensitivity, you should definitely skip this,” Margarita Lolis, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in New Jersey, told Good Housekeeping. Pregnant women should also consult their doctors before use.
