A pumice stone -- a small block of lightweight, hardened lava foam -- sloughs off tough, dry skin and dead skin cells, usually from the feet, elbows or knees. Although regular use of a pumice stone two to three times every week improves the appearance of the skin, it also relieves discomfort caused by calluses.

Dark pores are caused by impurities becoming trapped inside the skin. These impurities, including sebum, excess oil, dirt and bacteria, become lodged inside the pores and are oxidized, turning the pores brown.

Ear hair keeps out harmful bacteria and cuts down on ear infections. However, as men and women age, ear hair can grow longer and be more noticeable. Inner ear hair should be trimmed and not removed; however, outer ear hair can safely be removed and prevented.

Scratches are superficial wounds on the surface of the skin. While scratches are generally mild wounds that don't cause long-term damage to the skin, allowing your scratches to become infected prolongs the healing process and increases your risk for scarring.

Alopecia areata is a condition in which an autoimmune response causes hair loss. About 2 percent of Americans have some form of the disease, according to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation.

Chapped lips are unsightly and painful, particularly if the skin peels and cracks. Peeling skin on the lips can make them so tender that eating and drinking become uncomfortable. If chapped lips become badly enough inflamed, they can bleed and are likely to become infected.

Aloe vera gel is gleaned from the leaves of the aloe vera plant. People have used it for centuries to treat skin infections, burns, wounds and other kinds of skin conditions.

Mini skirts, shorts and other leg-baring styles call for legs worth baring. In American culture, this often means getting rid of leg hair. Shaving and waxing are two methods readily available -- all you need for either technique can be found at drugstores or even supermarkets.

Aside from regular washing, you may not give much attention to your underarms. But just like the skin on the rest of your body, the skin of your underarms needs some TLC from time to time. Dark patches under your arms can make your skin look dirty.

According to "Braun-Falco's Dermatology," dark spots can occur on the feet due to improperly fitting shoes, poor circulation and overexposure to the sun. Dark spots caused by poorly fitting shoes and overexposure can be safely faded at home, according to "Handbook of Dermatology: A Practical Manual."

Approximately 80 percent of all people between the ages of 11 and 30 will experience an acne breakout at some point, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. An acne breakout occurs because of inflammation of the oil glands in your skin and hair follicles.

Shaving your legs with shaving gel or cream may irritate sensitive skin. Baby oil is a good alternative to traditional shaving products, suggests author Joey Green in "Supermarket Spa." It moisturizes sensitive skin and reduces the risk of breakouts and rashes related to shaving.