It’s a fact that nobody likes cracked heels whether it’s of
his own or of others. For some it’s a seasonal problem while for some it’s an
all season trouble. However, it is not a very serious health issue but still it
creates trouble, people having cracked heels often avoids to visit public
places where one needs to put out his/her shoes. Women in particular are very
conscious about their beauty and consider cracked heels something to be ashamed
of. So, what is it that causes cracked heels? The answer is not limited to any
specific reason but there are many reasons that may cause cracked heels such as
seasonal change, allergy, skin infections, less use of shoes, improper shoes, carelessness
towards hygiene, too long walking or working on foot for long hours and having
dry skin. Skin infections like eczema and athlete’s foot may also leads to
cracked heels as well.
There are a huge selection of ointments, creams and oils
available in drug stores for cracked heels however, not all of them proved to
be effective for everyone. Every person has his own physical capability and
skin type, moreover the causes of cracked heels differs from person to person
as well and therefore it is not necessary that an ointment that works for a
person may work for others too. However, there are many home and natural
remedies that proved to be effective for almost everyone. Some of them are
discussed here so you can use them to get rid of cracked heels.
Watermelon Peels
Watermelon is one of the best fruits for healthy skin,
containing approximately 92% of water it not only fulfills your water intake but
also helps you to have a healthy skin. It is a super anti-oxidant and also very
rich in Vitamins and Minerals which makes it a perfectly health friendly fruit.
Moreover, it also contains anti aging capabilities as well. The best way to use
watermelon to get rid of cracked heels is to first peel it out and then then rub the peel over the cracked heels softly and
thoroughly. Rub the cracked portion of your heels gently with the watermelon
peels and then wash it thoroughly with warm water. Repeat it 2-3 times a week
to see it effect.
Luke Warm Water
Water is the source of life on earth and a great portion of
our body too is made up of water. Dry skin is also a cause of cracked heels and
keeping yourself properly hydrated may help you in overcoming the problem of
cracked heels as well. Similarly, warm water is very effective in removing dead
skins around the cracked heels as well. To get rid of cracked heels pour your
feet in Luke warm water of 15-20 mints and rub the cracked portion with a
pumice stone or cotton cloth gently to remove the dead skin. Repeat this 1-2
times daily and you will see its effectiveness in getting rid of cracked heels.
Pumice Stone
Pumice Stone is another simple and effective solution for
cracked heels; you can get it from any grocery store or super market. It is
very effective in removing dead skin from your heels and at the same time making
your skin smooth. Pumice stone is actually made when water mixes up with warm
lava and get hardened with time. It contains small porous holes which
effectively removes the dead skin from the heels and softens it. The best way
to use Pumice Stone on cracked heels is to first soak it in water and at the
same time pour your heels into the luke warm water to get it softened. Rub the
pumice stone gently over the soaked out heels to remove the dead skin and
giving a smooth look to your heels. Repeat the procedure once in every 2-3 days
for fast relief.
Banana Peel
Banana peel is another great remedy for getting rid of
cracked heels. It is very simple yet very effective in removing the dead skin
from the cracked heels and making it smooth. In order to use it, mesh some ripe
bananas and add a few drops of rose water into it to make paste, apply this
paste thoroughly over the cracked heels and surrounding areas and leave it for
few minutes. After 10-15 minutes wash your feet with warm water and wipe it
with a clean cotton cloth. You can use this method once a day to see its
effectiveness.
Raw Lemon or Lemon Juice
Your kitchen is the best place to look out for any type of
home remedies; you can find plenty of things in your kitchen that may prove
effective in various minor health problems. You can find solution for your
cracked heels in your kitchen itself as well. Lemon is one of the most useful
kitchen items when it comes to home remedies, it can help greatly in getting
rid of cracked heels as well. For using lemon to cure cracked heels just cut it
in two and rub it gently over your heels and then leave them for few minutes.
Clean your feet well with warm water. You can also use lemon juice in place of
raw lemon as well.
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