10 Remedies For Calluses And Blisters

This is how calluses and blisters can be treated so that the skin becomes soft again.

Every day we put a lot of strain on our feet, they have to bear our entire body weight, withstand pressure and other factors. In addition, we often do not take the time to care for our feet properly, which can lead to  calluses and blisters.

These can then cause severe pain and discomfort. Read on to find out more on the subject. You will also find various care tips.

Difference Between Calluses and Blisters

Calluses and blisters are often caused by similar causes: friction or pressure on a specific part of the foot, causing the skin to harden.

However, they are still two different ailments :

• Blisters can appear anywhere on the foot, including between the toes or on the instep, and are very painful when touched.
• Calluses, on the other hand, are usually larger and arise on the soles of the feet or the palm of the hand and do not cause pain.

In both cases, there are medicines that you can use to treat them. However, if you’d rather use natural remedies, check out our directions and tips.

When you have a blister, the pain is mostly concentrated in the center of the wound, which has to endure constant pressure. This in turn makes the inflammation worse.

lemon

Lemon contains valuable antioxidants and analgesic substances that make the skin feel soft. It can also be used to alleviate pain.

castor oil

If the calluses and blisters are hardened, castor oil can be one of the best solutions.

Often used for skin conditions, this remedy is very effective at softening calluses and blisters when used with lukewarm water and soap.

Then the callus can be worked with pumice stone.

onion

Onions are rich in nutrients and strong acids that can neutralize inflammation and boost the immune system.

Onion juice also softens the hardened skin of the calluses and blisters so that the dead skin loosens easily.

Apply the onion directly to the affected skin area and bandage it for 1-2 days so that the juices can penetrate and develop their properties. The dead skin comes off much more easily.

Baking soda

This all-purpose product can be found in stores everywhere, serves as an excellent exfoliator for the skin and is a safe product for healthy and protected skin.

You can bathe your feet in lukewarm water with baking soda to soak the calluses and blisters.

Once you’ve removed the dead skin, baking soda will act as a protection against fungal or bacterial infections.

garlic

Garlic is one of the most powerful antioxidants among natural products. It is very popular not only in the kitchen but also as a remedy.

The ingredients in garlic, especially the allicin it contains, help improve foot health and reduce inflammation.

On the other hand, garlic is a very effective antibacterial that protects the skin from possible inflammation.

massage

Massage improves blood circulation  and is therefore very useful. This gives the blood more oxygen and makes it easier for you to get rid of dead skin cells as new cells move in.

A massage also makes the hardened skin of the calluses and blisters more supple and so they can be removed more easily.

papaya

Papaya is a wonderful fruit with numerous health benefits. Regular consumption is therefore worthwhile. Placing the fruit directly on calluses or blisters is also very helpful.

Use the juice to massage the affected area. The  astringent properties help remove dead skin cells,  which speeds up the healing process.

aspirin

Most of the time, aspirin is used for headaches. However, this tablet also works as an anticoagulant and reduces blood pressure. It promotes blood circulation in the feet and hands, which are usually blisters and calluses.

Moderate use of aspirin can therefore help your body with cell renewal,  making it easier for you to remove dead skin.

Epsom salt

It takes time to do this, but the method is very effective.

First, prepare a foot bath with warm water and Epsom salt. Then soak your feet for 10-15 minutes. This softens the skin and allows you to easily remove any hardening.

This is due to the minerals and the organic composition of the salt. However, be careful not to remove too much skin as this could lead to inflammation and other complications.

Vitamin E.

Vitamin E has an antioxidant effect and cares for the skin. You can take capsules as a dietary supplement. This improves your skin health and dead skin cells are naturally removed from all over your body.

We also recommend the following foods rich in vitamin E:

• Sunflower seeds
• Hazelnuts
• broccoli
• pumpkin