If there is a list about the most neglected parts of our body, our feet will definitely win first prize.
Often neglected and forgotten because of not being commonly exposed, our feet still remain to be one of the most important parts of our body.
Can you just imagine how you will be able to go about your daily activities without them? With their large significance on our lives, it is just proper for us to splurge them every now and then.
Can't afford to pay for a day at a foot salon? No worries.
You can still pamper yourself without spending a lot.
You can still give your feet the much needed care and quality time that they deserve by having your very own foot spa.
You don't even need to spend much and you can still do it while relaxing at your own home.
If you feel like your feet have suffered from a particularly stressful day at work, you can easily relax by preparing a tub of lukewarm water sprinkled with a few drops of aromatic oil.
Soak your feet on it for instant pleasure.
The warm water will help in loosening up your knotted muscles while the scent of the aromatic oils can help soothe your senses.
You should also make it a habit to give yourself a foot scrub once every two weeks.
Purchase a high quality foot cream and have your own DIY scrub.
First, prepare lukewarm water and soak your feet for 5 to 10 minutes.
This will help loosen up the dead skin that has accumulated on your feet.
After the prescribed time, remove your feet on the water and apply an exfoliating foot cream on it.
Rub the foot cream on your feet using small circular motions to better remove the dead skin.
Pay particular attention on your heels and the part behind it because these are usually the zones that accumulate rough and dead skin.
If there are stubborn spots, you can also use a loofah or pumice.
After exfoliating, rinse your feet in cold water and pat it dry with soft towels.
It is important not to vigorously rub your feet dry because it can leave your skin irritated.
You need your feet to be slightly wet before you apply your moisturizing foot cream for added moisture.
Applying moisturizing foot cream is very important because it will keep your skin well-hydrated and less prone to cracks and calluses.
You should add this habit into your daily skin care routine.