If you do not have health insurance (and you live in the US), go to the official listing of clinics for low income individuals. You should be able to find a clinic which will scale your bill to the amount of money you have available.
Once you’ve healed the cracks, you can use more aggressive forms of exfoliating but this should not be done more than once a week. Your skin is sensitive and needs to be treated carefully.
We recommend a lanolin product but you’ll find other recommendations in the next section.
It is important not to do this if you suspect the cracks are infected, since this can make the infection worse.
Bag Balm is the most common brand of lanolin product in the US and can be found at most drug stores.
Humectants, which draw moisture into your skin. Examples include glycerin and lactic acid. Emollients, which protect your skin. Examples include lanolin, urea, and silicon oils. Ceramide is another great moisturizing ingredient. [11] X Expert Source Mohiba Tareen, MDBoard Certified Dermatologist Expert Interview. 26 March 2020. Shea butter is also very hydrating. [12] X Expert Source Mohiba Tareen, MDBoard Certified Dermatologist Expert Interview. 26 March 2020.
If the cracks are on your feet, use socks. If the cracks are on your hands, use gloves.
Diabetes is one common example of an illness which can cause severely dry skin in the extremities. [16] X Research source Talk to your doctor for help in figuring out if you have outside health factors.
If you soak your feet, don’t use soaps in the water. Generally you want to avoid soap on sensitive skin, like your feet. Water and a washcloth should be more than enough to get them clean.
You skin should also be protected from the sun, which can create damage and dryness over time.
Switch to jogging shoes or at least use insoles to protect your feet from pressure.
How much is the right amount depends on the individual person. Generally, if your pee is pale or clear, you’re getting enough. If it’s not, you need to drink more water.
Good sources of these nutrients include: kale, carrots, sardines, anchovies, salmon, almonds and olive oil.
