Healthy Summer Feet - 5 Tips

Posted: July 27th, 2015

Healthy feet are important all year round, yet we seem to pay more attention to them in the summer months. I guess it's because we show more skin in the summer. The sandals come out and it's time for a summer pedicure. Most people wear closed shoes in the fall and winter months and probably will stretch a pedicure an extra month. For healthy summer feet, it's time to pull all the stops out and do some prep work for summer. It's time for a trip to the day spa for a pretty summer pedicure and massage therapy. Treat yourself to a facial while you're there. Exfoliate those dead skin cells and get ready for that summer tan. 

5 Tips for Healthy Summer Feet

Try a safe pedicure – please go to a reputable spa or salon for your pedicures. Pay attention to cleanliness. Never let a technician use a razor blade on your feet. Use polish intermittently to let your nails breathe. Some polishes contain harsh staining pigments. You might even try a safe home pedicure when in between your professional spa pedicures.   Soothing foot bath – If you spend a good deal of the day on your feet, your feet will swell. You need relief from shoes that become tight. Try a foot bath with cool lukewarm water; add peppermint oil, and Epsom salt. Soak your feet for a while to let them relax. This will help to reduce swelling and refresh your tired feet.   Moisturize cracked heels – cracked skin anywhere on the feet can hurt. This comes from wearing unsupportive shoes, and not wearing socks. Superficial cracks should be moisturized daily with a moisturizing treatment and an exfoliant. Using a pumice stone in the shower a couple times a week helps keep heels smooth.   Blister protection – Carry some band-aids or a blister stick in your purse. Strappy sandals can rub and pinch causing blisters. If your shoes are new and not broken in yet, carry an extra pair in case you need to switch shoes for a while.   Sweaty feet – is a very common complaint. Oder and sweaty feet are hard to avoid in the summer heat. Avoid wearing nylons and pantyhose. If you have to, wear socks made of cotton. Try a foot powder or antiperspirant spray.