Peeling skin syndrome is a rare genetic skin disorder characterized by continuous exfoliation of the stratum corneum. It may present at birth or in adulthood with reddening of the skin and itching. The condition is broadly classified into localized and generalized forms. The latter is further subdivided into inflammatory (type A) and non-inflammatory (type B).
The disorder is diagnosed on the basis of clinical features. There is currently no cure for peeling skin syndrome. Topical emollients and plain petroleum jelly may be used, while keratolytic medication can improve appearance through speeding up skin shedding.