Moisturizing the feet
In order to soften the feet and remove cracks, it is preferable to use specially designed creams to treat cracks or dry feet. These medical creams contain alpha acids, beta hydroxy acids, urea, That creams containing dimethicone should be used to form a protective layer to prevent moisture leakage.
Home recipes for treating foot cracks
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil helps to treat dry feet, as it helps to moisturize the feet, and fights fungal and bacterial infections, through its antimicrobial and fungal properties, and for best results can soak the feet in warm water and rub them before going to sleep, Put some coconut oil on them, then wear a pair of clean cotton socks at night, and in the morning wash the feet. It is worth mentioning that for best results, this recipe is preferred for several days.
Lemon
Lemon helps remove dead or dry skin cells in the feet and helps make the skin smooth and beautiful through the natural acidic properties of lemon. It can be used by one of the following methods:
Honey
Honey has antibacterial and microbial properties, so it acts as a natural remedy for the cracking heel. It also helps to cleanse and heal wounds, moisten the skin. Honey can be used to rub and peeling the foot after soaking it, or as a foot mask throughout the night.
Use of pumice stone
Pumice stone is used on the cracked and dry heels. It removes the dead skin, so that the water and salts become easier to absorb faster. It can be used to treat cracked feet by following these steps:
- Put enough warm water in a wide basin to cover the feet, then add half a cup of sea salt or Epsom salt, as they help promote blood circulation in the feet.
- Soak the feet in the tub for ten minutes, then remove the first foot and rub it with the pumice stone for three minutes and repeat the step to the other foot.
- Put the feet back into the tub and soak them for another 10 minutes, and then rub them with stone.
- Dry the feet and put moisturizers like Vaseline, vegetable oil, or olive oil on them with massage.
- Wear thick cotton socks, leave it for at least one hour, or overnight if possible.
Note: Use this method once a day until the desired results appear, and if you do not show good results, consult your doctor.