pruney
Pruney is a term used to describe the wrinkled appearance of skin, most commonly the fingertips and toes, after prolonged exposure to water. This phenomenon is thought to be a physiological response, though its exact purpose is still a subject of scientific research. The wrinkles are created by the autonomic nervous system causing blood vessels in the extremities to constrict, leading to a decrease in volume in the skin of the fingers and toes. This causes the skin to pucker and fold.
The effect is more pronounced in water than in other liquids, and it is not observed in