A callus is an area of thick skin, often raised into a bump, which frequently develops on the feet or hands. The cause of a callus is repetitive friction against the skin, such as walking or running in tight shoes, wearing shoes without socks, or holding a tool or sports implement. Treat calluses by using the acid in lemon juice to help soften the skin before attempting to remove the callus.
Plaster
Step 1
Wash your foot or hand in lukewarm water. Do not use hot water or harsh soap, which can rob the skin of lipids and exacerbate a dry skin problem. Gently dry your foot or hand using a towel.
Step 2
Crush several aspirins and mix them with water and lemon juice to create a paste. The paste should be thick enough so that it does not slip off when applied.
Step 3
Apply the paste to the callus. Place your foot or hand in a plastic bag and wrap a damp towel around it. Leave the paste on the callus for 15 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the bag and towel from your foot or hand. Peel the paste off the callus. Use a pumice stone to gently rub the callus, which should now be softer. Note how soft the callus became and adjust the amount of lemon juice and time you left the plaster on the skin the next time you use this application.
Soak
Step 1
Crush several aspirins into a warm, but not hot, water bath. Add several tablespoons of lemon juice.
Step 2
Soak your foot or hand for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Remove your foot or hand and examine the callus. If it is soft enough, use a pumice stone to rub the callus. For a stronger soak, use only lemon juice.
Direct Application
Step 1
Place a slice of lemon or lemon peel on the callus, or apply lemon juice directly. Leave the lemon on the callus overnight.
Step 2
Remove the lemon from the callused area and rinse the skin.
Step 3
Rub the callus with a pumice stone.
Things You'll Need
- Towel
- Aspirin tablets
- Water
- Lemon juice
- Plastic bag
- Pumice stone
- Lemons
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