Ichthyoses are a group of skin disorders characterized by dry, thickened, fish-like scales on the skin that worsen in winter. There are several types that are usually inherited but some may be acquired. Ichthyosis vulgaris has an autosomal semi-dominant inheritance pattern linked to a filaggrin gene mutation, causing reduced filaggrin and small or large scales on the shins. Treatment focuses on moisturizing the skin through hydration, emollients, and moisturizers. X-linked ichthyosis has an X-linked recessive pattern due to steroid sulfatase deficiency, with large, dark geometric scales on the shins and smaller scales elsewhere. Genetic counseling is