When the weather is cooler and you’re wearing closed shoes more often, it is tempting to let your foot care regime slide… DON’T!
Here are some simple foot care tips to follow this winter.
Exfoliate
Make it a habit to use a pumice stone or foot file on rough skin and calluses. Soak your feet in warm water to soften the hard skin. Then gently remove the thickened skin with your pumice or foot file. If you’re in a hurry, doing it in the shower works just as well!
Moisturise
After you’ve exfoliated the calluses, use a heavy cream to moisturise tough skin on your heel. Look for creams containing petrolatum, an emollient, or a humectant such as lactic acid, which draws moisture into the skin. If your heels are very dry and cracked, see a podiatrist or dermatologist for a prescription treatment. If they’re not that bad, there are plenty of moisturising products from which to choose.
Cover Your Feet with Proper Socks
During the cold months, it’s best to choose breathable socks that will keep your feet both warm and dry. Wool or other moisture-wicking socks can help control foot sweat that can make your feet freeze.
Take a Toenail Polish Break
Going polish-free allows the nails to better soak up creams and lotions, and not using polish remover for extended periods of time will help fight against nail dryness, and allow any yellow staining to grow out.
Source: www.footfiles.com and www.webmd.com.