Do you have annoying tough calluses on your feet? In this article, we will make sure you know what causes a callus and how you can get rid of calluses on feet for good.

What is a callus?

A callus is tough, thick skin that has become that way because of recurring pressure or friction.

You can usually find calluses on your feet, particularly on the base of the big toe or at the bottom of your feet – areas often subjected to friction.

Calluses can be attributed to certain things. If you frequently use shoes that don’t fit well or shoes with high heels, you are likely to have calluses on your feet. If you wear sandals or shoes without any socks, you are also likely to have calluses on your feet. Anything that causes excessive friction in the same area is likely to cause the formation of calluses.

Calluses can cause great discomfort and pain. They may sometimes be accompanied by a burning or throbbing sensation. There are certain measures you can apply, however, to remove calluses.

How to Get Rid of Calluses on Feet

Removing calluses requires three courses of action. You have to soak, rub, and dry calluses to get rid of them. There are many ways to do each step. You can try all of them to determine which one fits your needs.

Soaking

1. You can make a chamomile tea soak. A 20-minute soaking will effectively soften your calluses. Your skin may get stained with the tea. The color, however, will readily wash off with water and soap.

2. You can also try a baking soda soak. Baking soda is an effective exfoliating agent. It has tiny crystals that soften the skin and helps get rid of dead skin cells.
Dissolve baking soda (2 tablespoons) in water and soak your feet for about half an hour.

3. You can add Epsom salt to tepid water and soak your feet in it.

4. You can saturate a piece of bread with apple cider vinegar overnight and make a paste. Apply the paste to your calluses before going to bed. Use a bandage to secure the paste. Put a paper sack over the foot and let it stay there for the night.

5. Olive oil is a natural moisturizer and softener. Warm some olive oil. Use a cotton ball to apply the oil on your calluses. Put cotton socks over your feet. The overnight soak will soften and reduce the tough hardened skin.

6. Combine wheat germ and sesame oil. Slightly warm the concoction then add some sesame seeds. Leave the mixture to come to room temperature then apply to your calluses.

7. Pineapples have bromelain, an enzyme recognized for its tenderizing properties.
Use the peel of the fruit to soften your feet. Lay the inner side of the peel against your calluses. Secure the peel with gauze or a cotton cloth. Leave it overnight to do its magic.

8. Papayas have papain, an enzyme known for its ability to break down protein.
Extract the juice of papaya. Use a cotton ball to apply the juice to your calluses. You can also secure the juice-saturated cotton ball on your feet with a cotton gauze, leaving it there overnight to soften your calluses.

Scrubbing

9. Use a foot file or pumice stone to scour over the callus. Use strong circular motions. If the callus is big, soak the area again after the initial scrubbing. Scrub with the pumice stone again until you scrape off all the dead skin cells and uncover the new pinkish skin underneath.

10. You can use a sugar scrub to exfoliate your feet. Take ½ cup of granulated sugar. Add a few drops of mineral oil and lemon essence and make a paste. Use the paste as a scrub

11. Walk barefoot on the beach. The wet semi-rough sand will help scrub off dead tough skin.

Drying

12. After going through the first two procedures, make sure to completely dry off your feet with a clean towel. Sprinkling cornstarch over the undersides of your feet will help make the skin dry and prevent infections.

Moisturize your feet after you soak, scrub, and dry them.

Tips to Prevent Calluses on Feet

1. Footwear

Always use footwear that fit comfortably. Ill-fitting shoes tend to rub against the undersides of your feet. This constant friction is bound to promote the formation of calluses.

2. Ditch The High Heals

Avoid the constant use of high heels. The wearing of high heels tends to put weight and pressure on the balls of your feet. This causes the skin on this area to toughen.

3. Socks

Use proper socks with your footwear. Foot socks tend to cushion your feet against the friction that shoes may cause.

4. Clean

Make sure that your feet are always clean. Inspect the insides of your shoes for any grit that may rub against your feet and cause friction.

5. Scrub

Scrub your feet once a week. Do it gently and properly. Do not over scrub. Over scrubbing causes tears on the skin of your soles that may become infected.

6. Dry

After you wash or scrub your feet, make sure that you dry them properly. Pat them dry with a soft clean towel.

7. Moisturize

Remember to moisturize your feet. It is best to put on moisturizers right after you take a shower to better lock in moisture. Use a natural moisturizer like olive oil or petroleum jelly.

8. Diabetes

If you have diabetes, consult your doctor about taking the right steps to remove calluses. Diabetes increases the risk of infections from wounds or cuts.

9. When to talk to a specialist

Do not ever use sharp implements to shave off the calluses if you cannot remove them through the procedures outlined above. Consult a specialist for the appropriate treatment.

 

Getting rid of Calluses takes a few steps but it boils down to 3

1. Soak your feet for at least 10 minutes. Try to focus on using Epsom Salts this is a key ingredient as it is known for its exceptional purity and therapeutic value. It dissolves easily, perfect for a foot soak.

 

2. Step two is exfoliation most commonly performed with a pumice stone. There is a lot of information about what kind, type, shape, color, and preference down to, do you prefer a string or not. What you really want is an abrasive material that scrapes off the dead skin. This is why a Volcanic or Lava Pumice stone is a favorite. It’s natural, easy to handle and extremely aggressive stone that successfully removes unwanted skin.

 

3. Step three is simple, hydrate, repair and seal in the benefits. Now that your feet are smooth and refreshed getting valuable nutrients to the skin is vital for a speedy and natural skin regeneration. A cream/lotion/moisturizer is the final step usually an all natural product is best as your skin easily absorbs all the goodies. Try to avoid bad alcohols as it normally dries your skin. Please note that some alcohols are natural and are actually good for your skin., for example, Cetyl Alcohol, is a fatty alcohol that is mostly derived from natural sources like coconut. It is used as an emulsifier agent making creams nice and viscous. Another Key player is Urea, most of the research links this very hydrating natural ingredient is one of the most important. Most of the reviews prefer a percentage of 15%  or higher. If you find a cream with 15% Urea or more you are off to a good start. You are going to have an intense therapy cream that will immediately show results in the first application. To achive the Best results use a few times a day and keep applying as necessary.

In our opinion, we found the best callus removal kit, by JD Walker, ” The Callus Kit” offers an all-in-one 3-Step Routine that comes with Epsom Essential Oil Salts, great for prepping the skin for skin removal. A Volcanic Pumice Stone, natural rock with a string for easy handling.  The pores vary from one another as this is a natural stone made by our precious mother nature. It also has a 20% Urea Therapy Cream. With this kit you should get rid of Calluses in no time.

 

 

 

We hope this advice works for you, please let us know if you have any more tips or tricks. We would love to hear from you. Just remember no one product can ultimately give you the results you are looking for without harming your skin. There are endless products that scrape off your thick skin but won’t maintain the smoothness long term without causing irritation. Stick to a regime that will give your beautiful skin by treathing the problem from within.