Stop hiding your cracked heels? Try these 5 home remedies to soften your feet

These home remedies are based on ingredients that you can easily find in your home.

Written By: Longjam Dineshwori | Published : February 17, 2020, 8:35 PM

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Heals Cracked Heels Cracked heels are not just ugly but painful too. The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric can help reduce the pain while its antimicrobial effects may help prevent any fungal infection from developing. Mix half a tablespoon of turmeric powder and one tablespoon of neem paste. Apply this paste on the cracks, leave it on for 30 minutes and rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this treatment 1 or 2 times a day. You can also apply a mixture of turmeric powder and coconut or olive oil on the cracked heels and leave it on overnight. Put on an old pair of socks to prevent stains on the sheet.

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Aloe vera gel: Apply aloe vera gel on your clean feet every night before going to bed. To achieve best result, soak your feet in warm water and pat dry before applying the gel. Also Read - Vitamin B12 and folate deficiency linked to chronic fatigue and low motivation, study finds

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Baking soda: Add baking soda into half bucket warm water. Let the baking soda dissolve in the water. When it is done, dip your feet and soak for 10 to 15 minutes. Always scrub gently with the pumice stone after soaking in warm water. This helps remove the dead cells.

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Banana: Apply banana pulp on the cracked heels, keep it for 15-20 mins and wash off your feet with lukewarm water. Also Read - Lionel Messi Fitness: Workout Routine of Argentina Football Legend

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Coconut oil: Simply apply coconut oil on your cracked heels before going to bed. Apart from moisturizing the dry skin, coconut oil helps remove dead skin cells.

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Honey: Take half bucket of warm water and add one cup of honey in it. Soak your feet for 15-20 mins. Gently scrub to remove the dry skin. Also Read - Life after cancer treatment: Oncologist shares 5 essential tips for a smooth return to work and normal life

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