How to Heal Dry Skin On Feet

Hydrate those feet!

Many people suffer from dry cracked feet, but it's fairly easy to get rid of that uncomfortable dry skin. With just a little work, your dry cracked feet can be beautiful and soft once again. Best of all, it doesn't cost a fortune.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Pumice stone
• Lotion
• Cotton socks
• Mild soap

1. Soak your dry feet in warm soapy water for about fifteen minutes. You may wish to use a soap geared toward dry skin, as it helps to soften the skin on your feet for easier removal.

2. Scrub the rough spots on your feet with a pumice stone. Be gentle: you don't want to scrub yourself raw. Rinse the stone frequently as you go. Focus on areas around heels and edges of your feet, where the dry skin often cracks.

3. Rinse and dry your feet. Slather on a very heavy layer of thick lotion. Cover your renewed feet with cotton socks and let the soak into your feet for several hours, preferably overnight. Repeat this step every night before bed for maximum healing. You may wish to use a lotion geared toward foot care to keep your feet feeling smooth and smelling great.

Tips & Warnings

• Use your pumice stone weekly to prevent the buildup of dry skin, which can crack and become painful.

• Make sure you check often to ensure you are not scrubbing away healthy skin while exfoliating and scrubbing. If it starts to burn and sting a little, you've went too far, and Vitamin E or Aloe can help heal the raw spot quickly.

References

• Home Remedies: Cracked Heels