Soak hands in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes
Gently rub calluses with a pumice stone or soft nail file
Apply a thick moisturizer or hand cream with urea, lactic acid, or salicylic acid
Cover hands with cotton gloves overnight after moisturizing
Repeat gentle exfoliation 2 to 3 times per week
Avoid picking, cutting, or shaving calluses
Reduce friction by using gloves during workouts or manual work
Keep hands moisturized daily
Use a hand balm after washing hands
Stop or reduce activities that cause repeated rubbing when possible
See a dermatologist or doctor if calluses are painful, cracked, bleeding, or infected