Corns: How they develop – and how to get rid of them reliably
Corns and calluses are among the most common foot complaints. Although harmless, they can be very painful in everyday life, especially when walking or standing. Many sufferers try to ignore them or ‘treat’ them away in the short term, but without the right treatment, they often come back.
In this article, you will learn exactly what corns are, how they develop and how to remove them effectively and reliably.
What exactly are corns?
A corn, medically known as clavus, is a localised thickening of the skin. It develops where pressure or friction is applied to the same area over a long period of time. The body reacts to this by thickening the skin to protect itself.
Corns are usually yellowish-beige in colour and have a light-coloured centre that resembles a bird's eye – hence the name. Corns typically have a hard centre that grows inwards and presses on the underlying tissue. It is precisely this pressure that causes the often stabbing pain.
Where do corns come from?
The most common cause of corns is unsuitable footwear. This includes, in particular:
- shoes that are too tight or too small
- hard seams or pressure points in the shoe
- poorly fitting work shoes
They most commonly occur on the 4th and 5th toes or on the underside of the foot.
Why you shouldn't just ignore corns
If the pressure persists, the corn will continue to grow deeper. This can not only be painful, but can also lead to inflammation. It is therefore important to treat the corn specifically and at the same time correct the cause, such as incorrect footwear.
Reliable corn removal – how it works:
A proven method for targeted removal is treatment with Rapid corn remover from BANO. Rapid has been specially developed to loosen calloused skin layer by layer and reliably remove corns.
How to use Rapid corn remover correctly:
- Take a foot bath to soften the corn. Dry the skin thoroughly.
- Apply Rapid directly to the corn. To protect the surrounding areas from the exfoliating effect, we recommend applying a rich cream, such as our Vaseline.
- Shortly after the first application, a white film will form, which must not be removed.
- Repeat the application regularly. After 5–7 days, the corn can be removed effortlessly.
- If any residue remains, repeat the treatment.
- In future, take care to avoid pressure points and wear well-fitting shoes.
Rapid is particularly suitable for classic corns on the feet and toes and is easy to use at home.
Conclusion
Corns are caused by constant pressure and friction, usually due to unsuitable footwear. If you want to get rid of them permanently, you should not only address the cause, but also use a targeted treatment.
Rapid against corns from BANO is a proven solution that reliably removes corns – provided it is used correctly and with a preparatory foot bath.
Further information can be found here:
https://www.bano.at/en/s/d/rapid-against-corns
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