Rinse well, dry your skin, then apply moisturiser. We recommend exfoliating your feet once or twice a week (unless you have very sensitive skin). Scrubs help to reveal the skin's natural beauty, so they make a great gift for someone – or treat for yourself!
Exfoliating your feet can help remove dead skin cells, soften rough patches, and improve the overall appearance and texture of your skin. Here are some common methods and products you can use: Foot Scrubs: Foot scrubs are specifically designed to exfoliate the feet.
If you're experiencing mild to moderately dry feet, you should exfoliate once every two weeks in the shower. If your feet are severely cracked, dry, or callused, exfoliating once or twice a week with a pumice stone rub should help prevent the buildup of hardened areas and maintain feet health.
People can use pumice stones, exfoliators, and foot soaks to remove dry skin from their feet at home. Regularly applying moisturizer and removing dead skin will help keep the feet healthy and hydrated. Certain medical conditions, such as eczema, hypothyroidism, and diabetes, can cause very dry skin on the feet.
Using a foot file on dry skin allows for more precise exfoliation, making it easier to target thick calluses and rough patches.
Shoes and socks also create a warm, moist environment which is a perfect breeding ground for bacteria to begin to flourish. This bacteria can lead to future health issues for your feet. The effects of these issues can range from slightly uncomfortable to excruciatingly painful.
Soak your feet in a tub or basin of warm, soapy water for 5-10 minutes. This will soften the skin. If you're feeling decadent, try adding a couple drops of scented oil to the water. Wet the pumice stone in the same water and then gently rub the rough areas of your skin for 2-3 minutes.
Key takeaways: Calluses are made of hardened, thickened dead skin cells at the surface layer of the skin. They are caused by repeated friction pressure and help protect your feet. You can soften calluses to reduce them, but you shouldn't try to remove them completely.
Afterwards, the podiatrist removes the skin by using special podiatrist tools; these typically include a scalpel and an electric file.
Regularly soaking the feet may increase dryness, which can lead to cracking and raise the risk of infection. Individuals that have open wounds or sores should also talk with their doctor before using a foot soak.
Tips for protecting against and managing cracked heels
Buffing away any dead skin in the shower or bath with a pumice or specialist foot file. Applying a rich moisturising cream to feet before bed. Slip on a pair of cotton socks afterwards to encourage the lotion to sink into your skin.
When it comes to foot peels, it's best to stick to the script. Don't cut the treatment short or leave the gel-filled booties on too long. Those who leave the peel on for more than an hour do so at their own risk and could experience redness, burning or irritation.
“The best practice is to avoid over-scrubbing because you want to maintain a healthy and intact skin barrier,” Dr. Khalifian notes. Going too hard can leave your skin red and irritated. Use it after cleansing, and always follow with moisturizer to lock in hydration.
Simple over-the-counter products can soften and resolving corns and calluses. These include: Creams or petroleum jelly (Vaseline). Regular use can soften dead skin.
It is not recommended to peel the dead skin off your feet. Instead, use a pumice stone or foot file to help remove the dead skin, and make sure to moisturise your feet afterwards.
We recommend scrubbing dry skin instead.
Gentle Exfoliation: Exfoliating hard skin is a crucial step in foot care. A pumice stone is a natural, abrasive stone that can be used to gently rub away the dead skin cells on hard areas.
Add Epsom salts or mild soap to the soak, if you wish. Soaking your feet will soften the skin and make it easier to remove the dead skin. Exfoliate – Using a pumice stone, loofah, buffer, foot file, or another type of foot scrubber, knock down the dead skin on your feet. Be careful not to scrub too hard.
Wetting the stone helps it glide more easily over your skin. Never use a dry pumice stone as it can cause abrasions on your skin. Either run the stone under warm water or let it soak along with your feet in the bucket or tub.
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