Heel problem?

Question

Any remedies on dry, cracked heels?

Answer 1

How to Easily Eliminate Thick, Dry Skin on Heels
Cracked heels are very common. They can be painful, unattractive, and very upsetting - especially to those of us who love sandals.

Usually, cracked skin on our heels and feet is caused by excessively dry skin. For many it's worse in the winter months or for those who live in dry climates. But going barefoot and wearing shoes with open backs can exaserbate the problem, meaning that even in the summer our feet are in rough shape.

Unfortunately, as the condition worsens, it becomes more difficult to treat, since regular moisturizers won't penetrate the dry, dead, thick skin on our heels.

It's important to note that skin problems on our feet can be a sign of other health issues, and particularly people with diabetes, skin or circulation problems will want to discuss any foot care regimen with their doctor before beginning.
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If the cracks on your heels are very deep or bleeding, you'll also want to speak with your doctor.

If like most of us, you're just suffering from worn and weathered skin, here is the routine I used to recently combat a very bad case of very dry and cracked skin on my heels.
Products Used
Flexitol Heel Balm

This product is recommended for adults only, but is apparently safe for diabetic feet. It is available at most drug or general stores, or online - I purchased it at Target for under $5 (U.S).
Dr. Scholl's Callus Reducer

Items like these are definitely NOT recommended for people with diabetes or circulation problems. There are other products that are similar to this metal file, but I opted for this one because it was easy to find and very cheap - about $4 (U.S) at Target. It does not have a sandpaper surface, nor does it have holes in it. Rather, it has raised metal bumps - small on one side, and larger on the other.

A similar product is the Diamancel #20 Conqueror. It runs about $40 (U.S), and though I've never used it, I've seen it receive rave reviews, and is apparently top notch for removing callouses or thick, cracked skin.
Eliminating Cracked Heels
Dr. Scholl's recommends soaking your feet before using the Callus reducer, though I must admit that I only sometimes I soaked first. Other times I used it on dry skin, or straight out of the shower.

I filed the skin on my heels, moving the file in one direction only, as instructed on the package. I filed for as long as I could, or until my heels felt smooth to the touch. I could still SEE the cracks, but I couldn't feel the rough skin just by touching it.

Next, I rubbed in the Flexitol. This stuff doesn't smell great, although I didn't find it terribly offensive. It is, however, very greasy. I learned very quickly to put socks on immediately after using it, and before I stood up to walk across the bathroom floor. When I didn't put on socks right away, I ended up wiping the slick spots off of the floor, and almost taking a dive in doing so.

The Flexitol package recommends using the product twice a day - which I did for all of about one day. Then I cut back to only once a day, each time using the file first, then following with the balm.

When I started, my heels were in such bad shape, I thought I'd have to skip sandals this season. I assumed that getting rid of the thick, cracked skin would take a long time. Happily, I noticed results after the first "treatment" and within a few days, my feet were nearly back to normal.

Answer 2

To keep your feet smelling good and looking fresh dust some deodorizing talcum powder onto your feet every morning.
. You need to exercise your feet. Walking is a good form of exercise for the feet.
. When you get back from a long day, soak your feet alternatively in hot and cold water. Add some salt to this water.
. If your feet are itching, then apply some lemon juice and vinegar.
. Try massaging some onion juice between the toes. This will relieve itching and athlete's foot.
. When shopping for shoes, comfort is the operative word. Ill-fitting shoes which are too tight have really high heels and pointed toes are largely responsible for the 'ill-health' of your feet. Your shoes must support the arch of your foot and also provide enough room to accommodate your toes.


A CURE FOR CRACKED HEELS

A common problem in the winter months is cracked heels. Here are a few ways to combat the problem.
. Soak your heels in lukewarm water and use a pumice-stone to scrub off dead skin to smooth the heels or use a foot scrub after soaking the feet in lukewarm water. Apply a deep moisturizing lotion or Vaseline and put on the socks to cover it for sometime. This method will protect the feet from excessive dryness.
. You could also heat up some Coconut oil, add some wax into it and after cooling apply it onto your heels.
. Another solution is to melt paraffin wax and mix it well with little mustard oil. Apply on the affected area of your heels. Wash it off in the morning. Do this for 10 or 15 days and see the difference.

Answer 3

Try cracked heel pads, available OTC from any pharmacy/beauty shops. You can also try soaking them in luke warm water with a little salt for 15 minutes then use mild abrasive foot cream and foot scrub.
At night, apply petroleum jelly, liberally on your sole then use cling wrap before wearing socks. You'll have softer sole and hopefully, the cracks will just "peel" away.

Answer 4

What you want to do is purchase a jar of"Eucerin". It's a rather large container and has the consistency of shortening (about $15) it's well worth the money. Just apply very generous amounts to your heels just before bedtime and put an old pair of socks on. You'll see a major difference in a couple of days.

Answer 5

do this at nite time, wash and scrub heels first with stone pumice, then put vaseline all over heels, put socks on do this for about week and no more cracked heels.

Answer 6

Soak them in hot/warm water for awhile, then pumace them gently. Then lather on petrolium jelly (vasaline) and wear heavy socks to bed. Them go get a pedicure, if you can. If not, go to the "feet" section at the pharmacy and get special foot creams and abrasives to tone it down. If it gets really bad, to see your doctor.

Answer 7

If it's painful, use something like Vaseline Intensive care or something. If not, use an exfoliating scrub.

Answer 8

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