These hard-working body parts need to be looked after – not only for the sake of being well-groomed, but also to ensure good health.

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Ingrown toenails and cracked heels are often the painful result of not taking the time to pamper your feet.

So, use this step-by-step guide to give your feet a weekly treat:

• Soak your feet in a foot bath filled with warm water – this will soften the skin.
• Use a pumice stone to gently rub off any dry skin while your feet are still wet.
• Scrub your feet with a gentle exfoliator and rinse.
• Dry your feet, then apply some body butter or foot cream and wrap your feet in a warm towel for five minutes. Rinse thoroughly afterwards.
• Massage your feet with a revitalising aromatherapy oil such as sandalwood or ylang ylang.
• Push back your cuticles, using an ear bud.
• Remove any excess oil with a paper towel.
• Buff your toenails with a top-quality three-way buffer.
• Finish off by painting your toenails with your favourite colour nail lacquer.

Source:
Zest Weekend Home Spa by Linda Bird

South African Podiatry Association (SAPA)
 

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