How to Heal Dry and Cracked Feet

Dry and cracking feet can be unsightly and painful. The problem with moisturizers is that they don't stay on long enough to make a difference. Use this nighttime remedy and have softer feet in just a few days.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. 
    

   Just before bed, wrap your feet in a warm, wet(not soggy) towel for a few minutes, to soften the skin. You can skip this step if you are in a hurry, but it does add to the treatment.

2. 
    

   Apply a liberal amount of thick, high quality lotion to your feet, putting extra on the heels.

3. 
    

   Cover the lotion with a light layer of Vaseline Petroleum Jelly. Do not rub in. This will seal in the moisture and lotion.

4. 
    

   Cover your feet with cotton socks and leave on till the next morning.
   In the morning, remove socks. Your feet should feel and look better. Continue the treatment each night until your feet are healed.

Tips & Warnings

• If you shower just before bed, skip step one as the feet will be softened from the shower.

[ManyMusings]

on 3/12/2009 This really does work! 5*

[Miri]

on 1/10/2009 An article that is to the point and good information. Nice writing.

[Walkaboutangel]

on 1/9/2009 Great tips...my feet thank you...

Angel

[miasavc]

on 1/8/2009 Vaseline does wonders especially on this concern!

[FrazzledNanny]

on 1/8/2009 Thanks for the tip! I have this problem.