Ensuring proper foot care is crucial for everyone, irrespective of age. While professional treatments for hydration, exfoliation, and pedicures can be expensive, there’s an economical and easy-to-make solution to address common foot issues such as dehydration, cracking, and skin hardening right at home.
Common Causes of Foot Skin Problems:
Dehydration: The primary cause of cracked heels, resulting from insufficient hydration leading to dry skin and thickening as a protective response. Untreated, these cracks can worsen, causing discomfort and itching.
Nutritional Deficiencies: Lack of essential vitamins and minerals, such as iron, or conditions like diabetes and hypothyroidism, can contribute to dry skin.
Environmental Factors: Walking barefoot, uncomfortable shoe choices, or the use of harsh soaps can impact foot health negatively.
Prolonged Standing: Extended periods of standing can lead to skin hardening on the feet, resulting in cracked heels.
Aging: With age, skin loses elasticity, becoming thick, dry, and more prone to cracking.
Obesity: Excess weight exerts pressure on the heels, potentially causing cracks in less flexible skin.
Symptoms:
Initial signs include rough, irregular, dry, and sensitive skin on the heel. As the condition progresses, cracks may develop, exhibiting various colors and making the skin susceptible to infections.
Homemade Foot Care Recipe:
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