The main problem during summer and humid is sweat. The foot is an area where germs accumulate and smell shape. Waste material that is secreted with sweat must be removed by washing every day, to eliminate the odor and feel fresh and clean. Give special attention to your feet, when bathing. After washing, dry carefully and apply talkum powder. Wear sandals and open sandals, because it allows maximum ventilation and helps sweat evaporate. But, the footwear opens to pull dirt and therefore, the cleanliness of the foot becomes more important.
Remedies To Fight Fungal Infections In Monsoon
Foot problems called “athletes” develop more easily during hot and humid weather, because it thrives on wet skin. It starts as a fungal infection. So, if there is a dry scaling in the feet, especially between the toes, with itching, consult with a dermatologist without delay. Anti-fungal preparation is effective in dealing with problems in the early stages. Excessive humidity due to sweat, tight shoes and humid weather can cause bacterial activity and worsen the condition. Use powder Talkum and keep your feet as wild as possible.
Apple cider vinegar (ACV)
ACV is said to help fungal infections. Mix vinegar with water in the same amount and apply to the area of the affected skin with a cotton pad. Leave for half an hour and then dry the area by patting with a clean towel.
Tea tree oil
Tea tree oil can also be applied. Mix with aloe vera gel or olive oil in the same amount and apply to the affected area.
Cooling massage oil
Take 100 ml of olive oil and add 2 drops of eucalyptus oil, 2 drops of rosemary oil and 3 drops of special, or rose oil. Mix together and store in an airtight glass jar. Use this little for foot massage. It cools and protects the skin.
Home Pedicure
Here are some tips for caring for your feet to the pedicure at home:
- Weekly pedicures help to keep the feet and nails clean and prevent fungal infections, especially in hot and humid weather.
- After removing the polish, soak feet in one-fourth bucket of warm water, and add half a cup of coarse salt and 10 drops of lemon, or orange essential oil (if you cannot get essential oil, use half a cup of lemon or orange juice). If your feet tend to sweat a lot, use a few drops of tea tree oil, as it has germicidal properties. It helps to deal with bad odour. Soak the feet for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Then clean the nails with the brush. It should not be too hard. Use the pumice stone on the heels and side of the soles. You can also scrub the entire feet with a rough towel or loofah. Scrubbing removes germs. When this is done, wash the feet in clean water. Dry thoroughly with a towel.
- If your nails need cutting, use a nail clipper. Cut toenails squarely across. Use an emery board to smoothen them. Avoid rounding off toenails in order to prevent in-growing nails. Do not cut the cuticles of the toenails. Cream them and push them back gently with a cotton bud.
- Apply cream on the feet and nails and massage it into the skin, working it into the cuticles. Do not use sharp instruments to clean the nails. Pay special attention to the heels, applying more cream if needed. Use upward strokes for the massage, from the toes towards the ankles. Wipe the feet with a moist towel. Then apply talcum powder.
- If you wish to apply polish, put some cotton wool between the toes. Apply the nail varnish in broad strokes, from the base of the nail to the nail tips. After the first coat dries, apply the second coat of colour.