A major strength of Blis-Toes is that they cover the whole toe, so that the end isn't exposed. I bought them for a 2nd toe which has a painful corn, and for a 3rd toe which is a hammer toe, i.e. bent! Blis-Toes are excellent for the straight 2nd toe, but on the hammer toe, during use they slide off, even though I've used the thinner of the two sizes and pulled them fully over the toe. They have a gentle effect on the skin.