Fight the battle against dry heels this spring with simple, affordable home remedies

Dry heels primarily arise from skin dehydration. The few sebaceous glands in our feet make them prone to drying out and losing elasticity. Inappropriate footwear can add to this problem - it's best to avoid overly tight shoes as well as extreme heel heights. Prolonged periods of standing can also contribute to dry heels.

Dry heels are particularly prevalent after winter, when skin tends to dry out more easily. Besides using moisturizing creams and regularly exfoliating and removing dead skin, it's beneficial to treat your feet with a bath that softens the skin. All you need is a common kitchen ingredient - oat flakes.

So, how can you moisturize dry heels? The secret is straightforward. Pour three cups of oat flakes into a bowl, then douse them with boiling water. Once the flakes have softened, add sufficient cold water to dilute the mixture and then soak your feet in it. Leave them in for 20 minutes, rinse with lukewarm water, pat them dry, and apply a moisturizing cream. Repeat the procedure every other day until your heels regain their moisture.

Cracked heels can also benefit from other home remedies. Baking soda, known for its softening properties, is another helpful solution. How to utilize it? Fill a bowl with warm water and add two teaspoons of baking soda. Soak your feet in the mixture for roughly 10 minutes. Afterwards, rinse your feet in lukewarm water, dry them, and apply a moisturizing cream. Follow this procedure once or twice a week.

If you add two tablespoons of salt to the baking soda and water mix before soaking your feet for 20 minutes, the moisturizing effect on dry heels can be enhanced. After the soak, gently remove any dead skin that may have loosened up.