Let’s chat about foot care for a moment.
Callused, cracked heels are justinevitable,right?
For smooth, crack-free feet, you’ll want to slough away excess dead skin.
Enter: the almighty foot peel.
Below, see how derms suggest pampering those soles with your own DIY solution.
Foot care just got a lot more fun.
Why you should exfoliate your feet.
Perhaps you’ve never thought twice about exfoliating your feet, save for a monthly pedicure or two.
I mean, the skin on the soles is quite thick, so does it really require diligent care?
“Some people can itch or feel painthat’s when the nerves start to fire.
Those cracks are also open to the environment, so bacteria can get inside the skin.
“Oh, ouch.
That doesn’t mean youhaveto opt for a market peel.
How to make a DIY foot peel.
Let’s revisit those satisfying viral videos.
you’re free to create some gentler at-home peels to buff away dead skin.
Repurpose a serum.
Patel notes you’re able to repurpose that number for a fine foot peel.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Create an exfoliating soak.
After all, lemon juice and vinegar do contain some naturalAHAs.
Use a pumice stone.
While you could find full instructionshere, below are some of the highlights:
Tips and warnings.
Don’t rip the loose skin!
“Do not forcefully peel or tug skin away,” says Park.
“Let it fall away naturally or carefully cut.”
On that note, “Be careful of allergies to strong acids,” reminds Park.
The takeaway.
Yes, you might totally create a DIY foot peel at home.
And after you’re done exfoliating?
Moisturize, moisturize, moisturizethat’s how you keep those cracks at bay.
