

However, it’s important to recognize that there are lots of different types and lots of different strengths, says Rajani Katta, MD, a board-certified dermatologist who serves as voluntary clinical faculty of both the Baylor College of Medicine and the McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Houston. If you've noticed foot peels have become increasingly popular, you're likely wondering if they could be a miracle fix for your feet. "The biggest mistake that people make is trying to remove the peeling skin on their own, either by using some type of instrument, which can lead to bleeding and infection, or an over the counter remedy that may be too harsh for the skin and cause more irritation than good." Are foot peels good (and safe) for peeling feet? Don't, per Jennifer Tauber, DPM, a podiatrist in New Canaan, Connecticut. So when your dogs start barking over the scaly skin situation going on down there, it can be super tempting to take matters into your own hands by, say, picking.

The seasons can also play a role in roughing up your feet, with summer typically leading to peeling and blistering and winter to dryness, cracked heels, and, (again) peeling. "We're on our feet all the time and the constant pounding and walking can cause cracking and scaling of the skin," she says. "Peeling feet is definitely common, and there are various reasons why," says Rebecca Pruthi, DPM, a podiatrist and owner of Foot Care of Manhattan. Comfy as you may be, you may now notice that your feet have taken quite the beating, with the skin on the bottom looking rough, cracked, and maybe even peeling.

You've probably been spending a lot of time recently curled up barefoot on the couch.
