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Other skin conditions that result in dry, thickened skin on the foot include athlete's foot (tinea pedis), leg vein problems (venous stasis), psoriasis, and skin rashes caused by allergy or irritants. A common cause of dry, scaly skin and accentuated skin lines on a child's feet is the condition atopic dermatitis. 1  Photos and descriptions of eczema, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and athlete's foot.  Physical Stress: The environment inside a shoe can get very hot -- sometimes well over 120 degrees.
Lack of moisture â Severely dry skin on feet and toes can eventually start to peel and flake. Environmental factors like extreme temperatures and dry air can worsen the effect. Be sure to moisturize the skin on your feet daily with a lotion, oil or foot cream to combat dryness. Athleteâs foot â This fungal infection of the foot can cause dryness, scaling, and peeling of the skin on the soles of the feet, and may even be accompanied by itching and odor.