Choosing a good moisturiser for your feet is essential for maintaining healthy, hydrated skin, especially as we age. The skin on our feet is prone to dryness due to its lack of oil glands and the constant pressure it endures. A quality foot moisturiser can prevent discomfort, cracking, and infections, but selecting the right one can be overwhelming with so many products on the market.

Do

• Massage the moisturiser into your feet each day
• Ask a podiatrist for advice if you are unsure
• Read the ingredients
• Exfoliate first, this will remove all the dead skin, allowing the cream to be absorbed
• Look for creams that have glycerin, urea, and hyaluronic acid as these attract moisture to the skin
• To soften the skin, choose creams with lanolin, mineral oil, and shea butter
• Oils such as coconut oil, olive oil, and jojoba oil can provide deep hydration and nourishment
• Look after your legs, carry on moisturising

Don't

• Buy one that contains alcohol, it can hinder the absorption of the cream into your feet
• Choose fragranced creams if you have sensitive skin

Bonus Tips

• For extra hydration, apply a thick layer before bed and wear cotton socks to increase absorption
• Drink plenty, at least 2 liters of water a day to stay hydrated

If you let your feet get cracked and fissures form, these can bleed and be painful, bacterial and fungal infections could get in and cause Athlete's Foot and verrucas, which are annoying to treat. Heel fissures are more likely if you have diabetes, are overweight, or walk barefoot a lot. It is essential in these cases to have podiatric care to prevent further problems. 

Prevention is always better than cure, so start looking after your feet today. Confidence is an added benefit of self-care. When you moisturise your feet, your feet and legs will look better, helping you feel better about yourself. When you take care of your feet, you will notice if any other changes happen, verrucas, corns, or bunions form, and you can then organise treatment quicker- it's a double win!

If you’re unsure which moisturiser is best for your feet, get in touch. We can recommend products based on your specific skin type and any underlying conditions. Professional advice is particularly important if you have persistent dryness, cracks, or other foot issues that do not improve with over-the-counter products.