Pre-Summer Foot Skin Care

The weather is changing and with summer not far off, a word to the wise about foot care is in order. Lots of people like going barefoot around the house once warm weather starts. Bare feet can be refreshing and invigorating. Wiggling and curling your toes without socks, and stretching your feet, feels good.
     One important tip to get your feet in shape for summer is to care for the skin on your feet. Stop at your local drug store and select one of the moisturizing creams to start using at least every other day. There are many to choose from and rather than list a few, it is better for you to look over your local selection. Read the tube or canisters to learn what they have in common. Pick one and use it regularly.
     Pay special attention to your heels and the balls of your feet. These two places are where the skin usually starts to harden and build calluses. If you have stubborn calluses, and have tried to soften them without success, try this trick. Apply the moisturizer in the evening before bed, than wrap a strip of plastic wrap around your heels, or feet, whichever area you want to soften. Leave it on overnight. In the morning, use a callus file or pumice stone to remove the loose skin. Then apply another light coating of moisturizer.
     Hardened or callused skin tends to get harder and more callused through the summer. Take a few minutes and get your feet in shape for the coming summer. Do what it takes to keep your feet happy.