Hard skin can form on the soles, balls, and heels of your feet, as well as on your toes. It can be caused by many different things, including uncomfortable shoes, prolonged periods of exercise, and health problems. Hard skin similar to calluses can be unsightly, embarrassing, and even painful if left untreated. Here are 3 natural ways to remove the hard skin on your feet, plus 4 great products to make it even easier... … [Read more...]
If your feet tend to be dry or rough, a moisturizing soak, careful heel filing, and this overnight hydrating treatment can work wonders!This Neroli foot soak recipe is just like the professional foot soak you get at nail salons.Neroli oil is also used in homemade baby oil recipes and in professional facials because it promotes new cell generation.The items you'll need:BowlNeroli essential oil4 tablespoons olive oilTowelFoot file (or pumice stone)Shea butter (or other intensive moisturizer)Foot … [Read more...]
You've probably had a blister on your foot at one time or another. We all have. All it takes is a new pair of shoes that you decide to wear to work for the day to break them in, and bam a few hours later you've got a blister!Or maybe you decide to wear that favorite pair of shoes -- without socks -- and suddenly you discover that your favorite shoes are rubbing you raw. However you get them, blisters are a fact of life.Here's how to treat (and ultimately prevent) blisters on your feet... … [Read more...]
We've all seen the infomercials for Kinoki Detox Foot Pads playing over and over every night. The claim is that these foot pads will detox the body through the soles of your feet. Even the well-known cosmetic company, Avon, has jumped on the bandwagon promoting their Healthy Remedies Revitalizing Patches. The patches are a similar version of foot detox pads which seem to be growing in popularity these days. … [Read more...]
Foot pain resulting from Plantar Fasciitis is more than just an annoyance. When every step sends a sharp pain through your foot and up your leg, even the simplest activity becomes something you dread. Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the Plantar Fascia, which supports the arch. In many instances, the pain will be felt in the heel of your foot. A sharp foot pain results from standing or walking on the affected foot and dramatically limits your ability to walk. Plantar … [Read more...]
Dry air and cold weather are hard on a person's skin. Some of the most damaged skin can be found under the main foundation that carries you throughout the day -- that being the bottom of your feet. Treating dry or cracked feet is even more critical if you happen to be Diabetic. With a possible lessened sense of feel in your lower extremities, unnoticed injury or infection can quickly lead to more severe foot care problems -- including surgery and even amputation. When you have dry feet or … [Read more...]
This year for Christmas my wife asked for only one thing. Believe it or not, all she wanted was a Ped Egg. With a quick trip to Walgreens in response to their just-before-Christmas ads, I was able to purchase the Ped Egg for the reduced price of $9.98. A week later, naturally, they also threw in 3 replacement blades to sweeten the deal. My usual luck, I missed out on the added replacement cutters, but at least I was able to meet the needs of my dear wife, and on Christmas day she was … [Read more...]
Toenail fungus, also called Onychomycosis, is fungal infection of the toenail. While this fungus can also infect fingernails, it is much more common on toenails. Following is everything you want to know about toenail fungus... How do you know if you've got it?How do you get it to begin with?How do you treat a toenail fungus?Plus, how to prevent toenail fungus -- from someone who's had it before (me). … [Read more...]
The first time I had a salon pedicure was when I lived in New Orleans. The woman soaked my feet and meticulously cleaned and trimmed each toenail. At the same time, she removed any trace of dead or loose skin from my toes. Then she did something I didn't expect. She took out a metal instrument that had a razor blade in it and began to scrape my feet. She was literally shaving skin from the calluses on my feet. I was a bit terrified, but I could see that she knew what she was doing … [Read more...]
Have you seen commercials for Z-Coil shoes on TV? We have a store here in Nashville, and I've been seeing a lot of commercials for ZCoil on TV lately. I've also seen quite a few people wearing these shoes -- both here, and in other states. And, I have to say... while they look quite unique, they are intriguing and interesting to say the least. I thought I'd see what this fun new form of footwear was all about. Here's what I've learned: … [Read more...]
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