Athletes Foot

Fungal infections thrive in warm, moist conditions.

After washing your feet, dry them thoroughly, particularly between the toes. Put the towel in the wash, before using it again!

Don't forget to apply powder or spray inside your shoes since the fungus can survive there and re-infect your feet. In swimming pools or gyms, avoid contact with damp floors by wearing flip-flops.

Treat your feet to a fresh pair of cotton socks every day.

Also comfortable leather shoes that allow your feet to breathe are a good idea.

One of the most common foot infections, Athlete's Foot initially causes the affected area to itch. Frequently, this is the area between the toes. The skin turns white, becomes moist and eventually starts to peel, flake and crack. Because it is a fungal infection, Athlete's Foot is highly contagious and can be picked up from wet floors, socks, shoes and damp towels.

Athlete's Foot can be tackled in a number of ways. Scholl Advance Athlete's Foot Cream (contains Terbinafine) and Scholl Athletes Spray Liquid and Powder (contains Tolnaftate) all contain active ingredients to help clear up the infection and help treat it. It is important to use the products for as long as directed because the fungus may still be present even after symptoms completely disappear, always read the label.