Regular care, foot hygiene, exercise and attention to a few details can go a long way in preventing problems and keeping your feet well-groomed. We put a great deal of burden on our feet. Not only do they bear the weight of the body , but walk on all kinds of surfaces,in all sorts of [...]

Just like the skin on your face or the hair on your head, your hands need a little extra special attention if you want them to look good. The some basic principles are: Cleanse and Exfoliate. Wash with a gentle glycerine or Castile soap and gently exfoliate, once or twice a week, with an oatmeal- [...]

Cracked heels (Heel Fissures)- Causes, Symptoms and treatment What is cracked heels (Heel Fissures)? Cracked heels are a common foot problem that is often referred to as heel fissures. Cracked heels are commonly caused by dry skin (xerosis), and made more complicated if the skin around the rim of the heel is thick (callus). For [...]

1 ripe papaya, peeled 1 C. canned crushed pineapple, with juice 1 tsp. cayenne pepper 2 T. kosher salt 1 T. white vinegar Place papaya and pineapple with juice in a blender. Add cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and white vinegar. Blend until puréed. Divide mixture in two large plastic bags. Soak feet in mixture for [...]

Soften your hands even while you do the dishes. Add a little almond oil (about a teaspoon) to dishwater. The water will soften rough skin while the oil seals the moisture. Wash hands thoroughly with warm water and using a coarse washcloth, rub briskly. While skin is slightly damp, apply a mixture of one teaspoon [...]

1/2 cup arrowroot (or an equal part blend of baking soda, cornstarch and clay) 8 drops essential oils of your choice (see suggestions below) Combine the arrowroot and essential oil, crushing the small clumps of oil between your fingers to evenly distribute them. This is made only with pure essential oils, no base oil is [...]

3 drops lavender 3 drops rosemary 4 drops lemon Add oils to 2 gallons of warm water and mix well. This blend comes in handy when you’ve been on your feet all day. The lavender soothes the feet and the rosemary and lemon refresh, revive, and stimulate circulation.

4 drops tea tree 4 drops lavender 2 drops sandalwood Add oils to 2 gallons warm water and mix well. This combination of pure essential oils works wonders for people plagued with chronic athlete’s foot problems. Tea tree is anti-fungal, as is lavender. The sandalwood conditions, softens and soothes sore, cracked feet and toes. Its [...]

3 drops peppermint 4 drops lavender 3 drops Roman chamomile Add oils to 2 gallons of warm water and mix well. This blend is great for hot, weary feet that have been on the move all day. The peppermint cools and the lavender and chamomile soothe both feet and spirit.