What is the safest way to get rid of calluses on your feet?

Hi, Irwilkins!

Are the calluses causing you pain? If not, then it might be best to just leave them alone. The quotes below are from the following site: How to Get Rid of Calluses (http://www.getridofthings.com/get-rid-of-calluses.htm)


Getting rid of calluses, interestingly enough, can actually worsen your health overall, rather than improve it. Why? Because calluses are your body's natural defense against friction and pressure that is being constantly applied to any particular area of your skin.


In reality, there is no reason to remove calluses or corns unless they are causing you pain.



A weekly soak and scrub will help to treat and get rid of calluses that have already developed.

For those calluses that are already present, the most common and medically sound treatment is a weekly soak and scrub. This usually involves soaking your feet or hands in a warm vinegar (try 1 cup of apple cider vinegar) and water solution for 10 minutes and then using a pumice stone to scrape away dead skin. If you have particularly sensitive skin or you're diabetic, or you suffer from a circulation problem in your extremities, you should avoid using vinegar and use plain, lukewarm tap water instead. Be patient and don't remove too much calluses at one time.

I wish for you only the best!

Thanks!

Wow! I did not know that getting rid of calluses can make things worse. You have provided me with very helpful tips. I just started using apple cider vinegar as home remedy for my cold. I will give it a try. Thanks.

You're very welcome and thanks, lrwilkins! I learn things all the time here by reading what others have posted and doing research in order to help people.