My heels are really nasty - dry, scaly (with dead skin) and one is even starting to crack and hurt. They're gross in the summer too, but not usually so bad. It's sooo tedious using a pumice stone or the "Ped Egg" (my callouses are really thick), though it does help some. Does anyone out there have any other suggestions on how to get my feet looking normal again :)?
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go get a pedicure and then be sure and put lotion on them after you shower. be warned - if you've never had a pedi before your feet may be very tender afterward.
There are products you can find in the grocery store or drug store that will remove the dead skin. If you are sensitive to chemicals, this may not be the best choice for you. You can rub some baby oil into the dry skin to keep it from getting more cracked and then just work at it gradually.
Also to help prevent this in the future: Use a scrub brush (a large nail brush) regularly on your feet to remove dead cells, and periodically use a "salt scrub" or "sugar scrub" (Trader Joes and Origins are two stores I know that carry these). These have oils to soften the skin and seal in moisture, and the salt or sugar crystals are a natural exfoliant. It also smells good--often citrus scented.
If you walk around barefoot or sockless, friction is a contributing factor...try wearing soft slippers or sneakers at home.
I have found that if I use a heel stone AFTER showering, it really helps. I bought a Dr. Scholls (I think). It has a blue handel and white stone. I scrubbed for 15-30 seconds every day then put on some lotion/moistureizer. Now that my heels are back to normal, I only scrub a few times a week. I am also trying to not to wear shoes with open heels too often (during non-winter months, that's all I wear). Just be deligent in exfoliating and moisturizing.
Oh, can I relate! Rather than a pumice stone, I prefer the type with a handle (like a large file). I work on my feet in front of the TV after a shower. When my feet are extra rough, it takes 20-30 minutes a day over several days, then a couple of times a week for maintenance. I also get cracks when the dead skin thickens, but no problem if I don't let the dryness build up. Good luck!
I would suggest getting a pedicure on a regular basis.
There is some cream that you can get OTC and use that really helps that is made for rough heels. Also just putting cream on your feet morning and night helps. We use Gold Bond plus MaryKay has this cream that is pinkish and thick and really penetrates in... occasionally I use this at night and wear socks to bed.
Also, soaking your feet on a regular basis and then applying cream and socks afterwards would be a good idea.
I totally get it. A pedicure can work wonders, and it is a great start. Once some of the calluses are gone, the next step and my personal secret is AQUAPHORE. It's a thick cream by Eucerine, and it is unbeatable. (target or pharmacy) I slather it on my feet and then sleep with socks on. Easy as can be for a busy momma and keeps those feet soft and supple.
I have been to Charisma Salon in MLP, (650) 289-0711, several times and really like them. I let them know when I call that I need callus removal and they leave a little extra time to file for me. Clean, reasonable prices, and they never make me feel like a leper for having ugly calluses. Enjoy!!!
I had really bad dry feet too.._ntil my mother in law suggested using the lotion Amlactin. It has worked wonders on my feet! I use it every night, with socks. My skin is soft and no longer peels.
Good luck!
Hi PC
I have the same problem and have found what works best for me is Vick's Vapor rub. Rub in all over your feet and put socks on after. Do this at night before bed, and after three to four days, the skin softens up. You will probably need to use the ped egg at least once to clean up the dead skin. I follow up about once a week doing this just to keep the skin soft.
I hope this works for you.
Jean
I use the Gold Bond foot/heal cream. It is in a blue tube with the other foot care supplies. This has worked the best for my rough heels.
Mine are really bad, too! Ped Egg does not leave my skin smooth at all, so it actually makes it worse for me. Pumice stones don't work for me either. Instead, I actually use a callous shaver, usually before the cracking begins. Just be gentle if you go this route.
Yes, socks over lotion works well at night, unless you're like me and can't sleep with stuff on your feet. But, you could also do that during the day.
Good luck!
I use a foot file and lotion in a stick form. It smells great and takes care of the dryness.
I have read all the other replies,because I have this problem myself. I might try some of the lotions advised, but I like the Gold Bond the best. I also use my Dremel(cordless small drill like appliance)with a sanding tube on it. I use it outside, just because it is in our shop. I know some people will be shocked and say don't do it, but I have used mine for years. It is easy, doesn't take a long time, and if you are careful, it really won't hurt.You know when you have taken off enough, it leaves your feet smooth, and is very timesaving. You will see some pedicurists(?) use something similar. It fits in your hand, and is very manueverable. Easy, Easy, Easy!
Good luck with whatever you try.
I have a diamond file that I use. It wasn't inexpensive (49.95 @ Bliss (www.blissspa.com))but so worth every penny . It reduces your cllouses to a super fine powder leaving your feet so smooth. I do find though without regular lotion application, they harden up quickly. I've used miracle foot repair and it works well. But most often use the Shea butter hand cream from L'Occitane
Hi PC ~
I used to have really, calloused, dry feet when I was younger. Then, I started using Mary Kay cosmetics and I started using the Extra Emollient Night Cream. (It's really thick and it's orange in color). You can use it at night and I even used it during the day after I shower. It really made a difference and now I use it only when I notice that my feet get dry. It may be uncomfortable to use at first, but it is so worth it. The tube will last you for almost a year. It's easy to apply if you wet your hands with warm water first. Good luck!
Lucy B.
I had the same thing and bought some Aquaphor at Walgreen's, applied it to my heels every night for 10 days and they were healed. I now use it every week or so for a night if I notice my heels are drying...
Good Luck!
Hi, I have the same problem. I get a pedicure every 2 weeks in the summer and about every 3 or so weeks in the winter. The girls at the salon says to put vasoline on your heals at night with cotton socks. It is supposed to help. You are supposed to do it every night in order for it to work. Good luck
I've had the same issue as of late. I used Flexitol (available at Target, any drugstore, even the grocery store). I used it twice a day for about a week before it cleared up. Then I use it once a week before I go to bed to keep it cleared up. If your feet are like mine, a pedicure won't help much until after you have solved the problem with the cracks. Also, I can scrub with all sorts of files/pumice and it still did not help until the cracks were gone. Good luck to you :)
~Mary
My feet have always generated huge thick calluses. Ped eggs and pumice stones do nothing at all! I have trimmed my calluses with scissors! I have tried the creams that promise to fix cracked heels (Flexitol, Miracle Foot Creme,various mint foot creams, vaseline). They help with cracking but the calluses stay just as thick. Most recently, I have tried Clotrimazole Cream antifungal 1%. This is for atheletes foot, which I definitely do not have, but there are many types of fungases. The clotrimazole has really helped a lot, thinning my calluses and helping keep them down. I put it on in the morning before I put on my socks. It is not nearly as greasy and nasty as the heel creams so it does not ruin my socks or shoes. I am sure wearing socks to bed with the cream would help, but my toes get claustraphobic. Good luck!