Beautiful feet for spring: Care tips

Get your sandals out, it's springtime!

Stylish sandals to complement your spring outfit, the feeling of grass or sand beneath your bare feet – when temperatures rise, it's time for beautiful feet! Are your feet ready for spring?

3 steps to perfectly groomed feet

To fully enjoy the barefoot season and really shine in your open shoes, give your feet the attention and care they deserve with a regular care routine.

Step 1: Begin your skincare routine with a relaxing foot bath.

Besides its pleasant wellness benefits, it optimally prepares your skin for further care. To prepare it, add about 5 liters of water and, if you like, 50 grams of sea salt to a bowl or tub. With its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, sea salt is the ideal bath additive for your foot bath and also helps with ailments such as itching and even neurodermatitis. To prevent your skin from becoming too soft, the foot bath should not exceed a maximum water temperature of 38 degrees Celsius and should last no more than 15 minutes.

Step 2: Massage your feet with a scrub

This way you can gently remove dead skin cells and rough patches. Pay particular attention to your heels and the balls of your feet, as these areas typically have more calluses or corns. If you don't have a ready-made scrub at home, you can easily make one yourself: simply mix one tablespoon of olive oil with two tablespoons of salt or sugar.

Step 3: Use foot cream and keep your skin supple.

A rich foot cream provides your skin with moisture, essential vitamins, and fatty acids. Daily application makes your skin noticeably smoother and helps reduce calluses and prevent dry, cracked skin.

Why do feet need care?

The reasons for good foot care go far beyond the aesthetics of your spring outfit. Hardly any other part of the body is subjected to as much constant strain as our feet. If they are neglected, this can lead to dry and cracked (calloused) skin and even increase the risk of athlete's foot. A good foot care routine is like brushing your teeth for your feet – a simple habit that contributes to their health and makes them glow. With these tips, you can keep your feet healthy all year round:

clean and dry:

Wash your feet daily, for example in the shower, and remember to dry them thoroughly afterwards, especially between your toes. Avoid leaving your feet in damp socks or shoes for too long to reduce the risk of fungal infections and foot odor.

healthy skin:

A healthy skin barrier is also important on the feet for a pleasant skin feel and strong protection against pathogens. Since we don't have sebaceous glands on the soles of our feet, unlike the rest of our body, to protect the skin from drying out, moisturizing care is especially essential here. Regular application of a foot cream prevents dry skin and keeps your skin supple and healthy.

How to cut nails correctly:

Be careful when cutting your nails. Cut them straight across and not too short to prevent them from growing into the skin or becoming inflamed. After trimming, your toenails should still completely cover the tips of your toes and retain a small border.

The right footwear:

Well-fitting shoes are not only much more comfortable, they're also healthier for your feet. Make sure your shoes have enough room and choose breathable materials to prevent sweaty feet. Or go barefoot. This way, you not only feel nature under your feet, but you also exercise your foot muscles and relieve pressure on your feet.

Remove calluses?

Calluses aren't exactly considered aesthetically pleasing, but they serve an important function as protection against injuries and a barrier against bacteria. Generally, it's not necessary to remove calluses. It's better to prevent excessive callus formation by regularly moisturizing and wearing comfortable shoes. However, removal can be beneficial if the callus becomes cracked due to dry skin, or if particularly thick or extensive calluses cause discomfort. And of course, it's perfectly fine if you simply prefer it without. The best way to remove calluses is to gently rub them with a pumice stone after a foot bath. But be careful: a thin layer should remain so that the callus can continue to function properly.