NEW YORK, Jan. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Skins Inc. (OTC:SKNN) (BULLETIN BOARD: SKNN) , a developer of a revolutionary, patented, two-part interchangeable footwear structure, announced today that Frank Zambrelli has been appointed to serve on the Company's Board of Directors. Based in Manhattan, Mr. Zambrelli is a founder of Banfi Zambrelli, a leading fashion footwear design firm. As a Skins strategic business partner, Banfi Zambrelli has helped lead the direction of the Skins brand and will coordinate production design and oversee production and manufacturing of Skins footwear in Italy. "We are pleased to announce that Frank Zambrelli has been appointed to serve as a director. This appointment dovetails nicely with the retention of Banfi Zambrelli services, and is a strong vote of confidence from such a world-renowned footwear designer. We are particularly excited to have Frank oversee the design and production of our cutting edge footwear," said Michael J. Rosenthal, Chairman of the Board of Skins Inc. Before founding Banfi Zambrelli in 2003 along with Silvano Banfi, Mr. Zambrelli has worked with a renowned group of clients including, Chanel, Cole- Haan and Coach. Currently, Mr. Zambrelli leads the creative direction for Calvin Klein and Judith Leiber as well as sitting on the Board of the prominent, New York based Fashion Institute of Technology. Mark Klein, President and CEO of Skins Inc., added, "Frank has been instrumental in the development of our unique and exciting footwear designs, and we are thrilled to have him join our board. We look forward to having him serve the company and our shareholders." About Skins Inc. Skins Inc. created and is continuing to develop an innovative two-part, interchangeable footwear structure consisting of outer collapsible "Skins" and an inner holistic orthopedic support section called the "Bone." The design allows consumers to purchase one inner section, the Bone, and numerous outer Skins, resulting in multiple style variations from the same pair of quality Bones, always with the same feel and fit no matter which Skin is being worn. Skins' objective is to create a new attire concept that allows and encourages consumers to frequently change their footwear, while experiencing equal comfort in all designs of shoes. This uniquely positions the Skins concept between footwear and apparel industries. For more information, visit http://www.skinsfootwear.com/. Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this news release that are not historical facts are forward- looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Words such as "expects," "intends," "plans," "may," "could," "should," "anticipates," "likely," "believes," and words of similar import also identify forward- looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current facts and analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determined and assumptions of management. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of risks and uncertainties beyond the reasonable control of the Company. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, those detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and include, among others, its limited operating history; lack of profits from operations; uncertain ability to raise additional funds on acceptable terms or at all; ability to successfully design, manufacture and commercialize its proposed product; its reliance on one unproven and undeveloped product type; rapidly changing consumer demands for footwear products; unestablished brands; degree and nature of its competition; ability to employ and retain qualified employees; and limited trading market for its common stock. CONTACT: Skins Inc. Ryan Mulhern, Investor Relations (866) 633-1060, Toll-free http://www.skinsfootwear.com/ DATASOURCE: Skins, Inc. CONTACT: Ryan Mulhern, Investor Relations, of Skins Inc., +1-866-633-1060, or Web site: http://www.skinsfootwear.com/

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