How to Keep Feet Clean

Keeping your feet clean prevents bacterial growth, the leading cause of foot odor. Follow these steps to keep your feet clean, and you'll be able to take off your shoes with peace of mind.

Instructions

1. Bathe daily. Scrub your feet with an exfoliating wash and a loofah. Make sure to get underneath and between your toes.

2. Dry your clean feet thoroughly. Dry between each toe to remove all the water. If moisture remains, bacteria will breed, causing an offensive odor.

3. Put on a clean pair of socks. The socks should contain cotton fiber to absorb moisture. Nylon socks cause your feet to retain moisture, and that results in a nasty odor.

4. Purchase shoes that fit. If they are too tight, your feet will sweat and produce an odor. Wash and dry your shoes regularly to remove odor and keep them smelling fresh.

5. Keep your feet barefoot at night to air them out. Fresh air will prevent bacterial growth.

6. Trim your toenails to prevent bacteria from forming under the nails. Clean them with a nailbrush daily.

7. Set your shoes in the sun to dry out any moisture. Leave them out for a short period to prevent shrinkage.

Tips & Warnings

• Spray your shoes with disinfectant spray every night. This will kill the bacteria in your shoes, but don't do this if your feet are sensitive to chemicals.