FOOT-CARE, INSOLES - page 6

Foot care and insoles belong to the Care and protection category and include products intended for everyday foot care, reducing unpleasant odor, additional walking comfort and protecting the skin from friction, thickened skin, cracked heels, corns and blisters.

Feet are exposed every day to pressure, closed footwear, sweating and friction, which is why regular hygiene and proper care are important. Dry skin, cracked heels, unpleasant odor and blisters are not only cosmetic concerns, but may also affect comfort while walking.

This category includes products for foot odor, shoe insoles, cracked heels, corns and blisters. Product choice should be adapted to skin condition, footwear type, everyday habits and the specific concern.

Foot care and insoles in the Care and protection category

When to use foot care products and insoles?

• For dry, rough or cracked skin on feet and heels
• When unpleasant foot or shoe odor appears
• In cases of blisters, friction, pressure or discomfort while walking
• When additional comfort in footwear is needed
• As part of regular hygiene, home pedicure and everyday foot care

Pharmacist’s advice

Foot care should be regular, especially for people who stand for long periods, wear closed shoes, have increased foot sweating or are prone to cracked heels and blisters. Feet should be washed daily, dried well, especially between the toes, and products should be used according to the specific need. In cases of deep heel cracks, bleeding, pain, redness, swelling, nail changes, persistent unpleasant odor or suspected fungal infection, advice from a dermatologist, doctor or pharmacist is recommended. People with diabetes should take special care of their feet and should not treat corns or blisters with aggressive products without professional advice. Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy

Tips and useful guides

• View the full Care and protection category
• Foot odor
• Shoe insoles
• Cracked heels
• Corns and blisters
• Home pedicure – how to prepare your heels before summer

For additional tips on foot care, removing thickened skin and preparing heels for summer, read the guide Home pedicure – how to prepare your heels before summer.