For good foot care, it is essential to wash your feet daily to remove bacteria and dry thoroughly particularly between the toes. This will help to prevent fungal conditions such as athlete foot from developing and also stops smelly feet. Essential oils can also be added to the footbath. Add six drops of essential oil to a bowl of hand hot water just before you immerse the feet and soack for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Some foot care “receipts are as follows”

Athletes foot:

  • 3 drops lavender and 3 drops of myrrh

Immune booster:

  • 3 drops lemon and 3 drops tea tree

Tired, Swollen feet:

  • 3 drops chamomile and 3 drops lavender

Restorative after a long hard day:

  • 2 drops lavender
  • 2 drops peppermint
  • 2 drops rosemary

Stimulate Circulation:

  • 2 drops geranium
  • 2 drops black pepper
  • 2 drops mandarin

Cracked or Chapped feet:

  • 3 drops benzoin
  • 3 drops patchouli

Besides the aforesaid mentioned footbath with essential oils, other tips offer by experts are as follows:

  • walk around barefoot as often as possible. Feet do not like to be confined hence reducing chances of foot deformities
  • always cut your toenails straight across to stop ingrowing toenail from occuring
  • avoid socks that are made of synthetic fibres such as nylon which make the feet perspire. Wear cotton and wool socks.
  • exercise your feet regularly to keep yourself supple and health