Dry Cracked Heels?
March 28, 2009 by Colleen Coplick
Sandal season is coming soon (and for me, I’m already rocking the flip flops, even if it is raining and still chilly out!), but if you have dry, cracked heels, sandals might not be in your closet. That doesn’t mean if has to stay that way though!
Dry, cracked heels can be painful, as well as unattractive! But, all is not lost - dry cracked heels can be repaired with a few simple steps and some diligence.
Your best option is to get a good foot file like a microplane, or a callus remover like Dr. Scholl’s. There are several options out there, with varying price points. Just know that these tools are not recommended for people with diabetes or circulation problems.
Soak your feet first in a solution of warm water and tea tree oil which is an antiseptic will soften the rough skin and clean your feet at the same time. Stay in the foot soak for at least 20 or 30 minutes, until your skin softens up. Pat your feet dry and then start filing. File in one direction, and keep at it until you can’t feel the rough skin anymore. You may still see cracks, but you’ll be well on your way to smooth heels again.
Once you’ve filed your heels down, apply an intense moisturizer, such as TriDerma Extreme Dryness Plus or Nouriva Repair. Both products are intended for extremely dry skin, which is what you’re dealing with when you start talking about cracked heels. Both products are available onlune from Amazon or DermStore.com. I personally prefer the TriDerma Extreme Dryness Creak as it’s a little easier to smooth onto skin than the Nouriva, which is quite thick.
Don’t be stingy with the cream - slather it on nice and thick, and then put on socks right away. It’s going to feel kind of weird at first, but remember, beauty knows no pain (or discomfort!). If you can, sleep in your socks, and in the morning you should be well on your way to repairing those cracks.
Repeat this process once a day or once every two days until you’ve got gorgeous, soft heels and then flaunt those sexy sandals!
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