Effective tips to treat cracked heels in winter
There are many reasons why heels become cracked such as: Frequent exposure to cold air, not keeping feet moisturized, dehydration or not drinking enough water...
Here are some effective tips to treat cracked heels in winter.
1. Use lemon
Soak your feet in a basin of warm water, squeeze half a lemon into it, then use a pumice stone to gently scrub your heels, helping to remove calluses easily and soften the skin. Do this twice a week and your heels will no longer crack.
2. Use rice flour
Mix a spoonful of honey, a spoonful of apple cider vinegar with rice flour to form a thick mixture. Apply them to the cracked heels and gently massage for about 5-10 minutes, then rinse your feet with warm water. Note, before applying this mixture to the skin, soak your feet in warm water for about 10 minutes.
3. Use bananas
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Effective tips to treat cracked heels in winter. Illustration photo |
Mash a ripe banana, then apply it to your heels for about 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water. Finally, soak your feet in cold water for about 2 minutes and then dry. Do this regularly every day for quick results.
4. Use ripe papaya
Puree a piece of ripe papaya, mix with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, apply this mixture on your heels and leave for 20 minutes. After rinsing with warm water, your feet will be softer. Do this 3 times a week.
5. Use mustard
Apply mustard on your feet and massage gently, wear socks to bed and your feet will be softer the next morning.
6. Use honey
Mix three tablespoons of honey with warm water, soak your feet for about 20 minutes, then rinse. Honey softens the skin and is antibacterial, very good for your feet.
In addition to the above tips, you should remember to wear socks to keep warm on cold days or when going out in the sun. At the same time, you should supplement essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, E... to fight the aging process.
According to family health