Spring foot revival: how apple cider vinegar saves calloused heels

You don't have to run to the drugstore to find a product to save your feet. All you need is a bowl, water, an invaluable remedy used by our grandmothers, and about 15 minutes to reduce calluses, get rid of dry skin, and rejuvenate your feet for spring.

Do your feet need renewal? After the winter months spent in socks, they require special care. Regular foot care significantly impacts their appearance and our well-being, just as excessive and improper skin removal does, which should be done no more than once every two weeks.

Apple cider vinegar, commonly used in diets to lower sugar levels and aid in weight loss, is also invaluable in skin and foot care. If you have problems with cracked, calloused, and dry skin on your heels, soaking them in water with apple cider vinegar will relieve each of these ailments.

Apple cider vinegar is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which are beneficial for the skin. Its antibacterial, antifungal, exfoliating, and cleansing properties, along with its acidic pH, help eliminate foot odor.

How do you prepare a solution with apple cider vinegar? Add a cup of apple cider vinegar to a bowl of warm water and soak your feet in the solution for up to 15 minutes. After drying your feet, gently remove the dead skin. Skin peeling is expected, so it's best to wear socks overnight and moisturize the smoothed heels with a cream containing urea in the morning.

Remember that vinegar should be diluted with water. Soaking in such a solution should not last longer than 15 minutes. This method is not recommended for people with diabetes or if you have any foot skin damage. It is always advisable to seek specialist advice before using it.