Cracked Heel Cream - Cheaper Ideas?

lavidaloca

Trust me my feet were really grotty so can advise definitely a ped egg. I can also vouch for Boots Gorgeous Feet range - cracked heel repair - but, as mine is nearly used up, I am going to ask for neat lanolin from Boots chemist next.

I_luv_cats

I received some Salicylic Acid via the GP which enables you to peel off the hard skin.

Flexitol also is good

sammyjammy

I_luv_cats wrote: »

I received some Salicylic Acid via the GP which enables you to peel off the hard skin.

That sounds really gross :eek:

naturally_2

Home bargains do a shea butter body cream at about 50p for a tub, and I use that on my poor cracked feet. They also do copies of the body butters that the body shop do.

naturally_2

Oh and can also recommend the olive oil. I work in a restaruant and am allergic to the hand sanitisers, so occasionally beg some oil from the chefs and voila: instant moisturiser. Dry off excess oil with a paper towel.

Dee123_2

Wow I knew I had posted before on this but I was amazed to find out it was 2 years ago..

Anyway, cracked heels are often a sign of Omega 3 and/or dietary deficiency. Pumpkin seeds added to your diet will ensure you get both rather than buying pills.

Sublime_2

I get dry skin on my heels too. After reading these posts, I would suggest Vaseline as recommended in previous posts, as on a budget it is probably the best deal. Olive oil (or any oil) mixed with salt for a rub is good too. All the things mentioned above are excellent :T, my favourites being the Body Shops hemp cream or Nut Butter, and Lush products, but if you on a budget Vaseline will work just as well. (It works well on babies!)

hethmar

I did use lanolin once - yuck - it felt horrible - yes I know it was only on my feet during the night but it made me feel very yucky.

System

beautyscientist wrote: »

Vaseline is a good option. Another idea is neat lanolin, if you can find a chemists that will sell it. I have bought it in Boots in the past.

I used Vaseline after reading this thread and it has worked very well for me, I'm glad I tried this before spending money on other creams and potions

Serena51

As a diabetic I have regular sessions with the NHS podiatrist and he told me to but Aqueous Cream from the chemist. £2 for a huge tub and I use a wee bit night and morning to keep the cracks away.