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2014
2014
On our feet, which are closed in thick shoes, waterproof boots and boots during the winter season; Negative conditions such as swelling, skin dryness and bad smell can be seen. For this reason, it is necessary to pay more attention to foot care, especially in winter. A callus on our feet, ingrown nails, heel cracks or fungal infections between the toes adversely affect our foot health. It is necessary to pay attention to foot health in winter, which we pay more attention to in summer due to aesthetic concerns.
“Things to do for foot health in winter”
For healthy and beautiful feet…
The amount of sweat glands in our feet is more than in other parts of our body. Sometimes sweating can be very severe. Sweating and the production of isovaleric acid by bacteria on the feet cause bad odor in the feet. Bad odor formation can be prevented by ensuring standing hygiene. The first thing to do is to reduce the amount of bacteria on the foot.
Wash your feet daily and dry them very well
Daily foot bath with antiseptic drugs is beneficial to prevent bad odor and infection. The use of antibacterial soap may be preferred. It is especially important to be dry between the toes. Keeping it wet facilitates the formation of fungal infections.
Don't wear the same shoes every day
Wearing the same shoes on top of each other adversely affects foot health. Avoid synthetic and vinlex materials when choosing shoes. Choose fabric or leather shoes that can absorb moisture.
Take off your socks as soon as you get home and air your feet.
In the winter season, it will facilitate the development of fungal infection in boots and sweaty feet that are left without air for a long time. Therefore, to prefer open shoes in summer; In the winter season, it would be right to take off the socks as soon as you enter the house and let the feet breathe. When choosing socks, avoid nylon and synthetic socks, prefer sweat-absorbing cotton socks. Sprays that prevent bacterial growth on the feet can be used before wearing socks.
Pay attention to the cleanliness of manicure-pedicure tools used in hairdressers
Nail care is an important part of cleaning. Achieving healthy and beautiful nails is possible with manicure and pedicure done under the right conditions. However, the common use of manicure and pedicure tools is not suitable for health. As much as a toothbrush is a personal care tool, manicure pedicure sets should also be personalized. In addition, manicure and pedicure should be done in sterile environments and by people who are experts in this subject. Commonly used manicure and pedicure tools; It can cause many diseases that are transmitted through the blood circulation, especially hepatitis B. The most common disease transmitted from unsterilized manicure and pedicure tools is nail fungus. Nail fungus is a problem that takes a long time to treat and can seriously affect the quality of life of the person.
If your feet are constantly sweating…
If you think your feet are sweating heavily, creams containing aluminum can be used to prevent sweating.
Even the cut of your nails is important.
Toenails should be looked after as well as fingernails. The nail cut should be round and straight, not curved. This prevents the formation of ingrown nails. If you have ingrown nails; These sinking parts should not be removed by force. Ingrown nail treatment should not be done by hairdressers, but by experienced dermatologists.
If your nails are brittle, discolored, look dull, abnormally thickened, or loose and crumbling, it could be a sign of nail fungus or another disease. Because; It is useful to consult a dermatologist before the problem progresses.
Solution for cracked heels: regular foot care
Cracks, which are mostly the problem of dry skin, are seen on the heels and soles of the feet. It occurs due to reasons such as not drying the feet after washing, walking barefoot, wearing small shoes.
After each bath, clean the dead skin with soft movements with a pumice stone. Cracked areas are often used throughout the day with foot creams containing vitamin E and jojoba oil.
cream it. Always wear socks and closed shoes until your stretch marks disappear.
Foot scrub also removes all the dead skin on your feet and softens your thickened heels. It also increases blood circulation in your feet.
If there is watering between the toes, peeling, exfoliation on the sole; If small pits are formed on the sole and under the fingers, they should be evaluated by a dermatologist. Oral or creamy antifungal or antibacterial therapy may be required.
Do not leave nail polish on your nails for a long time
Acetone and nail polish dries the nail, causing it to crack and break easily. Of course, for well-groomed hands and feet, it is important that the nails look clean and have nail polish. However, nail polish should not be kept on the nails for a long time.
