From a 'ler perspective, I would guess it depends on the person.. which sucks when it's someone new and you discover it isn't working.. after you've smeared them with baby oil.
But I have to say that it also probably depends on timing. I know it does for me. Sometimes the moisture seems to make me less ticklish, and sometimes it makes me want to crawl out of my skin. But my feet are not my most ticklish area, either.
So in other words, yes & no & probably & maybe. Helpful, aren't I? 😀