You may have soft, gorgeous feet thanks to an easy toothpaste-based treatment for cracked heels, which can be both painful and embarrassing. Toothpaste is an excellent way to exfoliate, hydrate, and mend broken skin when paired with a few other common home items.
Ingredients You'll Need
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1 tablespoon toothpaste (white, non-gel variety)
1 tablespoon baking soda (optional, for extra exfoliation)
1 tablespoon coconut oil, olive oil, or petroleum jelly (for deep moisturization)
Warm water (for soaking)
A pumice stone or foot file
How to Apply This Treatment
Step 1: Soak your feet.
Pour some warm water into a basin and season with salt.
To soften the skin, soak your feet for ten to fifteen minutes.
Step 2: Scrub
To gently remove dead skin from your heels, use a foot file or pumice stone.
Use a towel to pat dry your feet.
Step 3: Apply the Toothpaste Mixture
To make a paste, combine the toothpaste, oil, and baking soda (if using) in a small bowl.
On the parts of your heels that are cracked, liberally apply the mixture.
Spend two to three minutes massaging it into your skin.
Step 4: Leave It On
To keep the moisture in, cover your feet with socks or wrap them in plastic wrap.
For optimal effects, leave it on for at least half an hour or overnight.
Step 5: Rinse and Moisturize
Use warm water to wash your feet, then gently pat them dry.
Use a foot cream or a heavy moisturizer to keep the skin moistened.
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