Ensuring Hygiene for Happy Feet

Our foot endures so much all day long! Often we tend to ignore our foot. But it is very important to take ample care of the foot to ensure hygiene. We give you cues and tips on how to keep your feet hygienic and clean. Read on more information on this.Wash and wipe: While taking a bath, make sure to soap your feet. Use a pumice stone to scrub the heels. Do not be harsh on the feet. Wipe with soap and rinse thoroughly with water.

Change those dirty socks: Make sure to change your socks regularly. Socks keep the feet under cover and hence graduate foul smell if not changed regularly to avoid a fungal infection. Apply foot powder before putting on socks. This will prevent the feet from sweating and hence will keep the foul smell away.

Trim the toenails: Trim your toenails in a straight manner instead of a rounded-shape. Shaping them straight keeps them healthier.

Wear well-fitted shoes: Do not wear shoes which are too tight. These will bruise your toes and fingers, often causing blisters. Wear well-fitted ones. Buy them in the afternoon as the foot is swelled at this time. So, when you buy a shoe, you can be sure that it won’t feel tight later during the day.

Go for keds:  Keds are comfortable to wear and fits well too. But make sure to try it on with socks before buying.

Leather is a good choice: Leather takes up the shape of the foot and hence is a good choice. They are safe to wear and usually don’t cause any adverse reaction to the skin.

Avoid high heels: High heels put stress on the back and the toes. These are not safe to wear. If you are wearing one, make sure to carry a sponge pad to put on the shoes if the toe pains.

This way you can make your feet stay healthy and ensure proper hygiene. Remember, your feet needs just as much care as the other parts of the body does!