Dry, Cracked Heels in Fall? How to Fix Them Fast
Quick answer: To fix dry, cracked heels, soak your feet, gently file rough skin, then apply a thick foot cream with urea or shea butter and wear socks overnight. Repeat for a week. A pedicure with callus treatment and paraffin wax speeds things up.
Why heels crack in fall
Lower humidity, heaters at home and switching from sandals to closed shoes all dry out skin. Thick calluses lose flexibility and split when you walk.
The at-home routine
- Soak feet in warm water for 10 minutes.
- File gently with a foot file. Don't overdo it or use razors.
- Moisturize with a thick cream. Look for urea, lactic acid or shea butter.
- Wear cotton socks to bed to lock it in.
- Repeat every night for a week, then a few times a week.
When a pedicure helps
A pedicure safely reduces thick calluses that are hard to reach yourself. For dry heels, we recommend:
- Deluxe Pedicure ($42): sugar scrub and cooling mask
- Luxury Pedicure ($67): adds hot paraffin wax to deeply soften skin
- Paraffin add-on ($10) with any service
See how often you should get a pedicure.
When to see a doctor
If a crack is deep, bleeding, painful or looks infected, or if you have diabetes or poor circulation, see a doctor or podiatrist before a pedicure.
Common questions
What cream is best for cracked heels?
Look for thick creams with urea, lactic acid or shea butter, and apply them at night under socks.
How long until cracked heels heal?
Mild cracks often improve within one to two weeks of daily care.
Can a pedicure fix cracked heels?
A pedicure safely reduces thick calluses and softens skin. Daily moisturizing keeps the results.
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