Princeton, NJ - June 10, 2004
-- It is estimated that the average person walks 75,000
miles by age 50. Obviously, wear and tear on the feet of
those who walk or run for fitness is considerably greater,
and foot calluses are a common problem. Formed as the skin's
natural response to abnormal stress or pressure, calluses
function to protect skin and bones from repeated friction.
If not corrected, they can grow and become at best an annoying
distraction during exercise or even normal walking. Properly
fitted shoes are the first line of defense, but foot structure
and movement can still cause calluses that can interfere
with fitness routines.
Most products for callus exfoliate using salicylic acid
or urea, which can affect the surrounding skin as well as
the callused area. Many walkers and a growing number of
podiatrists have discovered acid-free CalleX® Callus
Ointment from Xenna Corporation, which uses only natural
plant enzymes to exfoliate, thin, soften and smooth calluses
and dry, cracked heels. With CalleX, the amount of callus
tissue removed is up to the user, so a fine layer can be
maintained to cushion and protect underlying bone. The natural
enzymes in CalleX are selective to callused areas and have
no effect on normal skin, and CalleX is also safe for use
by diabetics. Lightly fragranced with refreshing peppermint
oil, the 1.75 oz. jar is a one to two month supply and can
be found in the footcare section at Longs Drugs, independent
pharmacies, www.drugstore.com
and www.xenna.com. Podiatrists
are also making CalleX available to their patients nationwide.
Walkers and runners also tend to have unattractive toenails. For this problem Xenna Corporation also manufactures NonyX® Nail Gel, a unique topical gel that exfoliates the source of discoloration under nails -- yellow, thickened keratin debris. Patented, podiatrist-recommended NonyX Gel (pronounced "Non-X") clears out this keratin debris and, with regular use, keeps nails looking clear, healthy and attractive. Statistical comparisons to a placebo gel showed NonyX Gel significantly improved the color and clarity of toenails in nine months as keratin debris under the nail was broken down and removed by the gel.
NonyX Nail Gel is sold by podiatrists but can also be purchased at Rite Aid, Bi-Mart, Drug Emporium and independent pharmacies, spas and salons nationwide. Online retailers include www.drugstore.com and www.xenna.com.
