Cracked heels are an issue that plenty of people have to deal with and not a single person enjoys. Having cracked heels, otherwise known as heel fissures, is a persistent inconvenience that is hard to deal with. Since there are so many ways to trigger them, almost anybody is vulnerable. Regular sandal use, poor hygiene, and vitamin/mineral deficiencies are just a few of the many ways people develop cracked heels
If you have developed cracked heels and experience dry and flaky skin you know how problematic and uncomfortable it can be. The itching and unsightly appearance has inspired people who have this issue to search everywhere for a suitable remedy to their problem. The use of natural solutions has proven to be an effective and safe way to alleviate the symptoms of cracked heels.
Cooking Oils
Rubbing cooking oil on your feet? I’m aware that some of these might sound a little crazy at first but don’t knock it until you try it. Believe it or not, you can use multiple household cooking oils to effectively treat your cracked heels. Some of the more popular choices are sesame, coconut, vegetable, and olive oil.
First you should make sure that you clean off the affected area as much as possible. Remove any excess skin or flakes with a tool like a pumice stone. After your heels are nice and clean, use a cotton ball to evenly spread a generous amount of oil on the dry skin. For the best results, try doing this regularly before bed.
Banana and Avocado
In case you were wondering, yes every item on this list is completely edible. What can you trust more than something that is also good for you to eat? For this treatment, you will need a whole ripe banana and half of an avocado to use them as a remedy for dry, cracked heels.
Slice the banana up into a blender or food processor and then scoop in the avocado. Blend up the ingredients until you have a nice thick paste. If necessary, you can add a splash of water to help it blend better. Gently rub the paste on to your cracked heels and leave it on for about 15 minutes. When the time is up, wash off your feet with some warm water.
Honey
Honey is a popular treatment for cracked heels thanks to its effectiveness and ability to promote soft and healthy skin. Honey can provide your feet with moisturizing benefits as well as antibacterial properties. Honey has a lot of other health benefits as well – not just for your skin.
To get rid of cracked heels, mix a few tablespoons of honey with a small bucket of warm water. After stirring the water and making sure the honey is completely dissolved, immerse your feet into the bucket. Let your feet soak in the mixture for about 20 minutes then gently pat them dry. Another option is to apply honey directly over the cracked heels. Then put socks to cover the heels and leave for few hours.
Using honey is not only a popular treatment for cracked heels, but it is also very popular for treating the delicate skin on our face.
Using honey, and not just for eating, is also one of the 70 habits
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is used in many different natural health remedies because of its high acidic levels. It can effectively soften your dry skin and help treat cracked heels and it’s also a great home remedy for treating corns and calluses. To some people the citrusy smell is quite pleasant and therapeutic as well.
There are two ways you can use lemon juice to treat cracked heels. Some people prefer to apply it directly to the skin with a cotton ball. Others mix the juice with warm water and soak their feet in the mixture for up to 15 minutes. Most of the remedies on this list require you to gently pat dry your feet. This is much better for dry skin since rubbing with a towel can irritate the area and be detrimental to your treatment.
Aloe vera
You can apply fresh aloe vera gel to your dry heels after soaking your feet in lukewarm water. Wear socks and leave for few hours or do it before going to sleep at night.
Bid Farewell to Dry Heels
We all know cracked heels are far from pleasant. You don’t have to let them make you uncomfortable or insecure about exposing your feet. If you are persistent and patient with the above mentioned treatments, you will eventually see real results in treating your heel fissures. You can rest easy knowing that the ingredients are completely natural and safe for even the most fragile skin. I mean look at them, the list practically looks like a baking recipe! Give one of these natural remedies a try and say goodbye to the inconvenience of dry heels.
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