New shoes, long hours walking… The appearance of blisters and wounds on the feet is due to many factors. They are the result of chafing, which results in too much friction between the shoe and the foot.

How are they produced? The rubbing of the shoe against the skin makes the body activate your “defense measures”, as a shield. The result is the formation of a blister. It may worsen when the skin is damp or wet. High skin temperature (and resulting humidity) increases friction. Factors such as socks also come into play. If they are not the right size, they can encourage this friction.

To avoid these chafing that create wounds, just apply some tips and products. Prevention and cure are, logically, the key. Discover how to wear your shoes without suffering.

Prevent

To avoid the unpleasant consequences of chafing, prevention is key. Before you put on your shoes, apply moisturizer on the skin and even a little in the areas of friction. With the lubrication effect, the risks of friction and irritation are reduced.

talcum powder It can also be a great ally due to its absorbent power. It reduces humidity and therefore the risk of friction. In addition, it leaves the skin softer and with a light aroma. Another product to consider: Vaseline. In addition to calming skin reactions, it softens, exfoliates and moisturizes. It can be used in any area of ​​the body.

Also remember the importance of wearing shoes that fit your size, also to avoid hardness and calluses.

The key product

Ultra-Moisturizing Foot Cream Neutrogena has a formula, rich in Glycerin. It is highly hydrating and slows water loss.

Its composition is key: it contains Allantoin, an ingredient that promotes and accelerates the natural regeneration processes of the skin, Bisabolol, which immediately relieves suffering feet. In addition, Vitamin B5 (DPanthenol), which softens, and Vitamin E Linoleate (or Tocopherol), which protects.

Treat

If you already have chafing, do not hesitate to opt for aloe vera. Miracle ingredient also to relieve burns in summer, it is also useful to soothe epidermis pain and promote healing related to friction.

lanolin It is another safe bet to treat the skin. It is “a natural wax produced by the sebaceous glands of some animals with innumerable benefits and properties, being widely used in the fields of industry and pharmacy” explain the Lansinoh experts.. “If you go out for a run and suffer abrasions from rubbing, lanolin facilitates the healing process, always allowing the affected area to ventilate. It is also key for scraped knees and other chafing mild” they add.

Dressings and plasters They are also key to protecting the skin and allowing you to put on shoes without noticing the pain again.

The key product

The dressing for medium blisters COMPEED® provides instant pain relief, forming a reinforced padding that protects the area while absorbing excess fluid and creating optimal healing conditions for foot blisters.

Your secret? Hydrocolloid technology, an active gel with particles that absorb excess fluid and forms a reinforced padding that redistributes blister pressure to provide instant pain relief.

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