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Apple cider vinegar has many health benefits, and people often take it to help with weight loss. Another common use of apple cider vinegar is a remedy for skin conditions. If you have dry or cracked skin on your feet and are curious about how apple cider vinegar works, in this post, we explain what you need to know about using apple cider vinegar foot soak. The active ingredient in apple cider vinegar is acetic acid which is antibacterial and antifungal and can help to: Soften skin  Treat warts Prevent and treat infections of the feet and toenails   Reduce...

Our feet are often hidden in socks and shoes, and we may only notice hard skin when it starts to crack and becomes sore. Deep cracks in heels can also become infected if you ignore them. If you are worried about cracked heels with pain, in this post we explain the causes and the solutions to recover soft and smooth feet. WHAT CAUSES DEEP CRACKS IN HEELS? Deep cracks or splits in the skin on your heels are also referred to as heel fissures and result from pressure and a build-up of dry, dead skin cells. When this skin becomes...

In this blog, we look at the causes of dry skin and calluses on the feet, what it may mean and what you should do about it. WHAT CONDITIONS CAUSE DRY SKIN AND CALLUSES ON FEET? Dry skin is uncomfortable no matter where it occurs, but it can be particularly problematic on your feet. We tend to ask a lot of our feet and not enough of us take the time to ensure we’re looking after them as we should. Very dry skin is known as anhidrosis. When you have very dry skin on your feet, especially on your heels,...

If you’re suffering from dry, cracked or unsightly skin or calluses on your feet, it can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Fortunately, you can do plenty of things to treat dry skin and calluses. Read our list of recommendations to learn more. 1. HYDRATE SKIN ON YOUR FEET WITH A POTENT MOISTURISER  Dry skin on your feet is caused by moisture loss through the skin barrier. Several things can make this worse, such as dry air, hot water and the natural ageing process. Without moisture, dead skin cells(?) builds up and you end up with calluses. But there’s one thing that...