5 things that are wrong with your feet

Unless you’re booking in for weekly pedicures (and even then, there’s no guarantee), your feet are probably not getting the proper care they deserve. You may be diligent with painting your toenails to keep them pretty, but you could be neglecting your feet in other ways...
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#1 You’re trimming, but not filing
Unless you’re going for a Guinness World Record for the longest toenails, I’ll assume you’re all trimming frequently. Even with the best precision scissors and clippers, there’s bound to be some jagged edges. This may not bother you, but it’s not so great for your partner when they get scratched in bed. So next time you trim, finish with a quick file for a smoother finish. If, like us, you’re a sucker for multi-tasking products, use the QVS Toenail Clippers Straight Blade - it comes with a fold-out file.
#2 You’re not moisturising your feet
When moisturising, most of us are guilty of stopping at the ankles. But the skin on our feet needs hydration just as much, especially if you’re a bit of a barefoot bandit. Our advice? Coax your partner into giving you a foot rub with a rich cream every now and then! If your heels are in need of extra TLC, slather them in cream and pop on some socks before bed. You’ll wake up with much softer and smoother feet.
bh recommends:
Left to right: Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Foot Magic, Dermal Therapy™ Heel Balm, Bio Sculpture Heel Balm, Nutri-Synergy Heel Balm, Scholl Velvet Smooth Essential Moisture Cream
#3 They smell, more than a little bit
Scared to take off your shoes in public? There are a few things you could be doing wrong. Walking around sans socks is usually to blame, as is not towelling off properly before putting shoes on. Also, some people just have sweaty feet. Whatever the cause, don’t let your smelly feet get the better of you! Pop the Footcare Odour Stop Everyday Insoles into your shoes to absorb perspiration and remove odour-causing bacteria.
#4 They’re noticeably hairy
Because your feet are a long way from your eyes, you may not realise they’re hairy until you’re trying on strappy shoes at the shops. But hairy toes and feet are actually quite common and unfortunately for some, the hair is dark and noticeable. Because it’s a smaller area, it’s best removed using either a pair of tweezers or waxed using small wax strips designed for facial hair (like Veet High Precision Facial Wax & Care).
#5 You’re letting them blister
We’ve all sucked it up and worn a pair of uncomfortable shoes, even though we know they give us blisters. It’s a little unfair, don’t you think? If you know a skin care product is going to make you break out, you wouldn’t use it, so why should feet be any different? As a shoe lover myself, I understand temptation, so if you can’t give up the heels, at least try to prevent your poor feet from blistering by using Dermal Therapy™ Blistop™. And if and when they do appear, slap on a Compeed® Blister Patch straight away.
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191 Member Comments
Thankfully some good quality products to help protect our feet
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I will consider these things. Thanks for help
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Time to pamper my feet more.
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Don’t ever wear ill fitting shoes.
I caused myself bunions and I've regretted it since.
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Ouch that's unfortunate Lucy.
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You can wear socks with mosituriser cream underneath them.
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my podiatrist said those pedicure places are a breeding ground for fungus and warts (think about the polish and how many people have had their gross nails painted with that!). better to buy your own polish and DIY at home
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Eww never thought about warts because of the nail polish but when you think about it that makes sense.
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I so agree with people not moisturising their feet ... I've started rubbing them with body lotions and putting socks on straight afterwards and they are feeling fabulous ... it's so worth doing.
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Yes - very guilty of some of these but at least I don't have hairy or smelly feet! Once I do actually fix them up with a bit of nail polish I kind of enjoy the pretty ankle I have!
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Lemon, orange skin, small amount of vinegar, warm water. Ahhhhh thats what i use to do to relax my foot. And it does help removing some of the smelly smell.
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Best thing I ever used on my feet is the Neutrogena foot cream. Amazing
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I make sure to have clean and smooth feet.
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yes guilty of neglecting my feet terribly and have paid the price (having had Plantar Fasciitis) and anyone who's ever had this and heel spurs knows the meaning of pain; and have been guilty of not moisturising them; quite forgotten about and neglected :(
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My mum always taught me: "If you look after just two parts of your body, make sure you look after your teeth and your feet!"
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Great article...
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Thanks for the reminder to care for those feet they put up with so much. A little TLC goes a long way
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I am guilty of not moisturising my feet enough but when I do I love the NS 8 Heel Balm as this is where my feet get dry and cracked.
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My feet seem to be in fairly good condition.
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Must admit I really neglect my feet until summer arrives, nothing like sandals to prompt me to get moving in the foot care!
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I moisturise my feet every night. I look at them and see how dry they get after a long day.
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Why do we need to put moisturizer on our feet. Is it to help them to be soft and not sore as my feet are always sore.
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