Feet first
After another hard season it’s time to refresh and revitalise your feet with some TLC
BEST FOOT FORWARD
Here are our top tips to bring your feet back from the brink
KEEP THEM DRY Not easy we know, but when
coming into the autumn months this is more important when not at work. Each foot can produce 4 ounces of moisture a day, so dry them and air them.
COMMON FOOT PROBLEMS
The most repulsive grooming mistake a man can make is to have long, dirty toenails, according to a recent survey of women – who, by the way, ranked the offence more repugnant than bad breath, and even body odour. Without routine foot care, ingrown toenails can lead to infections, fungus can develop, and calluses will crack and grow painful.
CORNS AND CALLUSES Common causes include footwear that’s too tight or too loose, tight socks. First up, make sure the shoe fits. Never try to cut away the hardened corn, as this can lead to infection. Regular exfoliation can help remove corns and calluses over time.
ATHLETE’S FOOT This fungal infection, is common and contagious. To treat athlete’s foot, keep feet clean and dry.
TREAT YOUR FEET LET TOES BREATHE
Look after your feet and they will look after you, leaving you walking on air
SOFTLY DOES IT We all use a face moisturiser so why ignore the feet? Moisturising is the best way to prevent tiny cracks appearing around the heels. Cracked heels don’t just look awful, they can become painful and prone to infection. Opt for a specialist foot care product. The best time to apply is at night, as creams tend to be better absorbed while you’re sleeping.
NO FUR PLEASE One again a recent survey revealled that hairy toes is a definite turnoff, so get yourself
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a waxing kit or strips, take a deep breath and rip away. It may hurt, but it’s all for the best. Don’t shave them, because this will leave them stubbly and itchy.
FUNGUS FIGHTER Never much fun, they cause discoloured, flaky and sometimes smelly toenails and are definitely a turn off, but they’re also notoriously tricky to treat. The problem can start as a small white or yellow spot under the nail and progresses to affect the whole nail, causing it to crumble as the fungus eats its way through the keratin that makes up the toenail. Get it sorted quickly with a professional product as it can take 2 to 3 months to cure.
Since nails are a living part of your anatomy, they need to
breathe. Take a break from nail polish about once a month for a
few days to a week. This can help prevent discolouration.
Wash in warm, soapy water and be sure to pat your feet dry, especially between the toes, then wash the towel in hot water. Apply tea tree oil directly on affected areas, or add a few drops to a footbath.
SWEATY FEET To prevent stinky feet, bathe your feet daily in lukewarm water and mild soap, and dry thoroughly. Change your socks every day. Give shoes an airing after wearing. Wear cotton socks or wool socks and decent shoes that allow your feet to breathe.
INGROWN TOENAILS Most common in males between the ages of 15 and 40, painful ingrown nails often result from cutting toenails too short, from wearing shoes that cramp the toes. To avoid this, trim your nails straight across, but with a slight curve.
KEEP A PUMICE HANDY Use one daily or once every other day; just make sure to apply less pressure to soft skin and more to callouses when giving your feet a decent scrub down.
HEAVY-DUTY MOISTURISING Your heels are prone to over use and, as a result, they tend to dry out more easily than the rest of your foot. Apply a lotion or oil immediately after you shower to retain moisture.
APPLY SUNSCREEN Lots of people neglect to apply a good SPF to their feet, big
mistake. Not only does the skin on your tootsies need protection, but nails are made of protein and are therefore as vulnerable as your skin.
AVOID SOAKING FEET
Contrary to what you might think, soaking can further dehydrate already-dry feet. So instead of soaking your tootsies, apply a sugar scrub directly onto dry skin, and wipe it off with a moistened towel.
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