Aging, poor diet, dry climates, improper hygiene, prolonged standing and repeated soaking in hot water can all cause dry, rough feet. While prevention and making the requisite lifestyle changes are key to prevent dry feet, you can treat them naturally at home.
Since your feet take a beating from the rigors of daily life--not to mention improper footwear--they can develop calluses and rough spots that are not only unsightly, but also uncomfortable. It is important to take good care of your feet, just like you would any other part of your body. There are some simple home remedies for your feet to keep them soft and free from calluses and discomfort.
Calluses are areas of toughened skin that form in response to repeated friction and pressure. Your feet are one of the parts of your body most likely to develop calluses because of the near-constant pressure that comes from walking. Although most calluses are harmless, they can be unsightly and in some cases, indication of other health problems. Here are some thing that you can do to soften the calluses on your feet, although you should also take steps to reduce the pressure on your feet.
Does the skin on the bottom of your feet feel like sandpaper? It’s an awful feeling, but an easy one to remedy. With a little routine care, you can have soft, smooth feet and you’ll never have to experience that hardened skin or those rough, scratchy heels again.
When you wear flip flops or sandals, you want your feet to look your best. The summer is the time to head to the beach and along with going for the sun and swimming, you can also use the time to soften your feet.
Scrub your feet to make them attractive and healthy. Exfoliation removes dead skin and eliminates microorganisms that cause infection and odor. Blood circulation through the foot and toes also improves with proper technique. Follow a few simple steps to make a foot scrub part of your health and beauty care regimen.
Olive oil has been used for hundreds of years as a beauty treatment. Today, olive oil can be used on your feet to soften and smooth them in the comfort of your own home. Use olive oil as a home remedy for dry, cracked feet and add it to your beauty secrets list.