How to achieve baby-smooth heels with this viral TikTok trend
Summer is approaching quickly. Soon, we will swap sneakers for sandals and flip-flops. Now is the perfect time to take care of your feet. Do you want to restore their softness? Try one of the methods that has taken TikTok by storm.
24 May 2024 13:48
Dry and cracked heels affect both women and men. Various factors contribute to this condition, such as improper care or wearing too tight shoes. Sometimes, cracked skin on the heels is a symptom of a severe disease.
If the condition of your heels leaves much to be desired, try one of the tried-and-true home remedies. You only need one ingredient, which you can buy at any chemist. Rub it into your skin right after bathing, leave it on overnight, and you’ll forget about dry feet.
What to do for dry heels? Instead of a rasp or pumice stone, use... acid
The skin is the largest organ in the human body. Depending on its location, it varies in thickness and level of hydration. The thinnest layer of skin is under the eyes, and the thickest is on the feet. Its thickness ranges from 3 mm to even 5 mm. Due to its weight, the skin on your feet requires regular exfoliation. For this purpose, you can use a rasp, pumice stone, or grinder, but the most effective solution is AHA acids.
AHA acids are so-called fruit acids. They dissolve dead skin cells and limit the secretion of sebum. They can be used on both the face and body and are also effective in foot care. Which acid should you choose? For the feet, the best would be glycolic acid. This ingredient penetrates deep layers of skin, gradually dissolving them. After the treatment, the skin becomes soft, smooth, and radiant.
Soak a cotton pad and put it in socks. Your feet will be as smooth as a baby’s
TikTok is a treasure trove of beauty and skincare tricks. TikToker @jacquelinekilikita shared her method for smooth feet. She uses one product — the aforementioned glycolic acid. You can buy it at almost any drugstore or perfumery.
How do you smooth your feet with it? After bathing, thoroughly dry your skin. Take cosmetic pads and generously soak them with glycolic acid. Please put them in socks and leave them on your feet overnight. Repeat the treatment for 3 to 7 days in a row. During this time, the acid will dissolve the hardened skin and visibly smooth your heels.
This method will only work for people with dry and slightly cracked heels. You should not use acid or other exfoliating products if the skin is seriously damaged. See a podiatrist. Serious cracks require proper treatment, and acid could only worsen the condition.
If you decide to exfoliate your heels with glycolic acid, don't forget to apply a cream with sunscreen. Using acids requires proper sun protection to prevent burns and skin damage due to the acid treatment.
