This can cause the skin on the feet to harden, leading to cracked heels.
Aging:
As skin ages, it loses elasticity, becoming thick, dry, and more prone to cracking.
Obesity:
Excess weight puts pressure on the heel, potentially leading to cracks if the skin is inflexible.
Symptoms:
Initial symptoms include rough, irregular, dry, and sensitive skin on the heel. As the condition worsens, cracks appear, taking on various colors and leaving the skin vulnerable to infections.
Homemade Foot Care Recipe:
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Ingredients:
4 cups of milk
3 tablespoons of baking soda
Instructions:
Warm the milk and pour it into a basin.
Add baking soda and mix well, ensuring a comfortable temperature.
Soak your feet for 10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water and dry.
Repeat this treatment weekly.
Benefits of Ingredients:
Milk:
A natural nourisher and protector, milk moisturizes and softens the skin. It’s increasingly used in cosmetics for its anti-aging properties.
Baking Soda:
It balances skin pH, has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, limits sebum secretion, and is an effective exfoliant. It also combats odors and aids in healing infections or other foot conditions.
This simple, natural remedy can save you money on pedicure sessions while effectively nourishing and moisturizing your feet, keeping them in excellent condition.
