Sandal-Worthy: Get smooth, soft feet in 3 easy steps

There is nothing more terrifying than putting on your favorite pair of sandals and walking out the door on a warm summer day, only to look down and realize your feet are still screaming winter. After walking around in boots and multiple layers of socks all winter, they may need some extra care and attention before going out in public again. Don't worry, getting smooth and soft feet isn't as impossible as you might think - it can be done by following the three simple steps below.

flake off

By now we all know that exfoliation can help remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skinwhich in turn can lead to smoother, softer skin. But perhaps some of us are guilty of neglecting one area where both dead skin cells and calluses can accumulate. Calluses are hard, thickened areas of skin that form as a result of friction or pressure on the skin and can make your feet feel more like sandpaper than soft, smooth skin. A small callus can be helpful on areas that often experience friction or pressure, such as the feet, because they protect the skin underneath, but in order to achieve smoother skin overall, you can remove the top layer of dead skin with a pumice stone. or foot scrub Cooling Pumice Mint Foot Scrub by The Body Shop. This gel-based scrub will help smooth out rough skin, while mint will soothe and refresh the skin.     

absorb

After you exfoliate, soak your feet in warm water to soften the skin. We recommend adding some coconut oil to the water. This can give your skin extra hydration and nourishment while being absorbed. When you're done soaking, you'll notice that the calluses on your feet are even softer. You can apply a pumice stone to your heels for extra smoothness before applying your moisturizer.   

moisturize

After you get wet, apply a thick moisturizer, such as Hemp leg protection The Body Shop. Formulated with beeswax and hemp seed oil, this powerful moisturizer can repair dehydrated skin and further hydrate rough heels. We recommend using this product in the evening and wearing a pair of socks after you apply it to allow your feet to absorb moisture overnight.

So, who's ready to go shopping for shoes?