I have a really extreme Psoriasis and I am extremely prone to foot infections as a result and so I soak my feet every night and either I use the povidone iodine to cleanse my skin before I soak my feet, or if that's not possible I add a little to the water when I soak my feet. The iodine is drying. It is a very good alternative for those of us who can't use The blue antibacterial wash that is the current surgical choice. I am extremely allergic to that and I tolerate the povidone iodine. I realize this is intended for veterinary use, and yes I've used it on dogs to clean wounds many times, So using it on human skin is technically "off label" so I'm not trying to get anybody in trouble, but this works for me and it is by far less expensive than the "name brand" Because I could never afford to use that in the quantity that I use long-term. This absolutely works for me, my doctor knows that I will use it and approves