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As one of the most used parts of your body, your feet can also be the least cared for part of you! But it’s important you treat your feet to a pampering every now and then – be it a foot bath or manicure – whatever works for you! More importantly, it’s crucial to follow a basic foot hygiene regime to keep your feet healthy. Here’s what we suggest you do in order to enjoy every step you take and to be confident to show off your best FEET-ures 😉
How to Take Care of Your Feet:
Steer Clear of Overly Tight Shoes
Prolonged usage of tight shoes can put pressure on all the wrong places and, in the case of underlying structural deformities, they can worsen these and cause unnecessary pain.
Keep the Skin in Between Your Toes Dry
After a shower or bath, make sure you thoroughly dry in between your toes. Failing to do this will cause the ideal warm, damp environment for unfriendly bacteria or fungi and can lead to a foot infection or fungus. You should also avoid moisturising between your toes for this same reason.
Don’t Wear the Same Pair of Shoes Every Day
Your shoes need time to properly dry out so that they don’t start hosting unwanted fungi or bacteria due to damp, sweaty conditions. Make sure you swop out your shoes often enough and leave closed shoes, such as takkies, out in the sun to dry every so often.
Make Sure You’re Clipping Your Toenails Correctly
To prevent ingrown toenails, you need to ensure you’re clipping them in a straight line. Once clipped, you can file your toenail at either end to prevent any sharp bits from cutting into your skin, but make sure you don’t completely round the edges.
Don’t Wear Nail Polish Too Often
If you’re prone to toenail infections, you should avoid wearing nail polish as much as you can so that you can easily monitor for signs of infection and treat this straight away.
If you’re taking good care of your feet and are still experiencing issues such as pain, growths, or deformities, it’s best to book a consult with a foot specialist, such as Dr Reddy, to accurately assess what may be causing these issues and prevent them from worsening.
