After a long time hidden, the feet need a tune-up.
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Do not reduce the pedicure to a simple enamel, after remaining covered the feet need careful pampering. With the uncovering and high temperatures, they are more exposed to possible infections. "They sweat more, the dreaded cracks appear, likewise the change of footwear is noticeable with scratches, blisters, and wounds", explains Vanessa Meléndez, trainer of Douglas. But where do you start? Fill a container with warm water, insert the feet, and leave them submerged for a few minutes to soften possible calluses. "Carry out the washing with neutral soap and warm water (avoid hot water because it makes it difficult for the venous circulation to return)", explains Estefanía Soriano, vice president of the IllustriousOfficial College of Podiatrists of the Valencian Community.
Carry out exhaustive drying
"Use, clarifies the previous expert, a towel, and run it through the interdigital spaces (between the fingers) to remove any remaining moisture, as this favors the appearance of fungi." A trick to speed up the process? "Use the hairdryer, you will get rid of any remaining moisture", clarifies Meléndez.
Give them a nutritional boost
Give them a nutritional boost. "Use daily moisturizing care so that the skin remains elastic and smooth", explains Dr. Manuel Ballester, specialist of the Foot Surgery Unit of the Tufet Clinic.
Which balm to choose?
" One that contains nutritious nutrients such as aloe vera or panthenol and in the case of having dermatitis, eczema or psoriasis, it is convenient to use a product enriched with urea (it avoids water loss), clarifies Meléndez. In the case of diabetics, Ata Pouramini, director of chiropractic Valencia, a specific moisturizer is required to prevent cracking.
Not all of us tread gracefully. There are numerous vices when walking that takes its toll on the muscular and joint level. "With a biomechanical study, explains the podiatrist, those areas of hyper pressure that produce painful calluses and also those bone deviations that lead to skin diseases (calluses and chicken eyes) are detected.
Smooth things
Smoothing down rough edges at home is possible. It is not necessary to focus on a single area, it is foreseeable that the ones with the most roughness are the metatarsal pad and the heel, due to the weight of the body and the rubbing of the footwear. "To remove thickened skin, use the pumice stone for heels and a specific file (manual or electric) for the rest of the foot ”, clarifies Soriano. It is also advisable to review the pulpejo (fleshy upper part) of the fingers, especially the big and little fingers (they are usually more exposed and damaged). But 'do it yourself' is not always possible. When to go to the podiatrist? According to Ballester, you should visit the specialist if the calluses are large and chronic.
Flexes cuticles
Flexes the cuticles. This thin film should not be cut unless it is strictly necessary (it protects the nail bed and defends it from opportunistic infections), just soften them. To do this, apply a softening gel and let it act before pushing them with an orange stick. It is also convenient to keep them elastic, apply an emollient oil and massage until absorbed, it is the best weapon that exists against annoying stepfathers. "Likewise, it contributes to maintaining the keratin of the nail," explains Berenice Espejo, Orly's master educator.
Review the nails
It is important not to leave them too short and give them a slightly rounded shape, which prevents the ends from digging into the meat as it grows. "Unless they are very long, it is preferable to use a file before the scissors to give them the desired length and file the sides so that they are not pointed," clarifies Soriano.
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