Dry weather or lack of skin care can make your heels dry, peel and prone to cracks. Dry and cracked heels can make you conscious and restrict you from wearing specific foot wear. Fidgeting with peeling heels can worsen the condition and can also cause bleeding and soreness. There are a lot of crack creams and foot creams/soaks available in the market that can give you temporary relief and soften the skin.
Natural remedies always the best and are super cheap, here we are with an easy vinegar scrub recipe that can gradually treat your cracked-heel condition:
BENEFITS:
Vinegar- Vinegar has great skin softening and sanitizing properties. It also has anti-inflammatory effects that soothe sore heels.
Olive oil- Olive oil softens heels and keeps it hydrated. It banishes dryness and peeling.
Salt- Salt works as a great skin exfoliator. It buffs away dead skin cells and speeds up healing.
RECIPE FOR VINEGAR SCRUB FOR DRY, ROUGH AND CRACKED HEELS:
Things you need-
- ½ tablespoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon salt
Directions-
In a bowl, add salt followed by olive oil. Add in vinegar and give it a good mix.
Soak your feet in warm water for 30 minutes before using this scrub for best results. Do this before bedtime for best results. Scrub it on your feet concentrating on the heels for a few minutes and rinse off. Use a moisturizer and wear socks overnight. READ MORE – Make Hair Grow Thicker and Faster with Vinegar