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Let's be honest, most of us have feet that could benefit from a little extra attention.
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Promising review: "I keep this in my shower and give my soles and heels a quick rasp every day. It really keeps the calluses/dead skin under control with almost no effort. I've had it for almost a year now and it hasn't rusted or anything in the shower. I've never accidentally hurt myself in any way with it. Tip: If you're starting with significant calluses (or whatever condition you're addressing), don't expect to get rid of it all in one day. Work on it a little every day for several days. Also, don't apply a whole lot of pressure to it, or you'll just grate your healthy skin off. Instead, gently but firmly rasp areas that need it." —Lo
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
And (like socks) you can toss them in the wash when they start to smell a little funky.
Promising review: "These have been great at relieving the pain of my plantar fasciitis almost immediately and completely. I was afraid that nothing would help, having read on the internet so many stories of people living with the pain, but I decided to give these a try based on good reviews and the low cost. Needless to say, it was a good decision. The copper compression bands are easy to put on and should fit almost any foot size, being stretchy. I have been using mine for about a month with no discernible breakdown in the elastic. I do wear them all day under my socks and take them off to air out at night. This works for me, and I haven't had any foot pain in the night as I was having before using the compression bands." —Mark Mumma
Get a pair from Amazon for $14.95.
HappyDragonSkincare is a Little Rock, Arkansas-based Etsy shop run by Audra Yager, a nature- and science-loving maker of natural skincare solutions.
Promising review: "Finally, an all-natural foot deodorizer that works without any toxic chemicals! Amazing product, trust me!" —Christine Auclair
Get it from HappyDragonSkincare on Etsy for $15.
Promising review: "I wear boots every day to work for a total of 16 hours a day. I used a pretty standard foot spray and changed out the insoles of my boots on a regular basis. However, after using this foot soak after just a few times, I've noticed a drastic change in my feet in a great way. The cracks are starting to heal. The funk is going away. My feet feel lighter and softer, and are beginning to be a pleasure to stand on again during those long hours at work. Now that I've gone there, I will never go back. For any hardworking man, I cannot recommend this foot soak enough at least twice a week. Trust me, your feet will never be the same again. There are multiple days during the week where I look forward to soaking my feet in this. I can't recommend it enough!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.79.
Plus it's wayyyy easier to clean than your tub and lined with massage bumps!
Promising review: "This is great for sore, tired feet and ankles. This foot soak tub is essential if you have foot/ankle problems like I do. This tub is perfectly sized, sturdy, and thick, I would definitely buy one again as a gift to my friends. The sticker is hard to remove, but it’s nothing that good old rubbing alcohol can’t take care of." —Voodoo Coffee
Get it from Amazon for $14.97 (also available in blue).
Promising review: "I have very narrow heels so finding shoes that do not slip is incredibly difficult. However, since I have purchased the Pedag Stop Padded Leather Heel Grips, I have been able to wear all of my shoes. The heel grips are thick enough to keep my shoes from slipping in the back but not too thick to where it makes my shoes feel smaller. Also, the heel grips are made out of a super soft leather. Even through having sweaty shoes, the heel grips have stayed stuck to the back part of the shoe. Each set of heel grips is wrapped individually so it is easy to store the extras that I am saving for shoes in the future." —Derek
Get a pack of three pairs from Amazon for $4.98 (available in larger quantities).
ZirYabsBodyBrew is a small Etsy shop (and IRL shop) based out of Silver City, New Mexico and run by a husband and wife duo. It all started with a homemade natural deodorant and has expanded into a variety of other personal care products like lotions, lip blams, and even toothpaste!
Promising review: "This salve is awesome! My brother got married a couple of weeks ago and I didn't get blisters or raw skin from the heels I wore during pictures/ceremony or from the flats I wore the rest of the evening on the dance floor!! I applied it several times throughout the day to make sure my skin was covered. It smells very nice too — I can pick out the cocoa butter and some of the essential oils. So glad I purchased this! Thanks for the sample, too!" —Sarah Sevigny
Get it from ZirYabsBodyBrew on Etsy for $9.26.
Just pre-soak feet, apply the gel, let sit for five to ten minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.
Promising review: "I have the driest heels and this is the ONLY product that has ever worked. Before I used this my heels had some pretty deep cracks and now they're almost baby soft again. BUT please follow the directions...left it on my super dry thick calloused heels for only three minutes and the callouses were literally melting off! Wonderful product! So glad I don't have to go soak my feet in those tubs at the nail salon anymore." —Key2Del
Get it from Amazon for $13.87.
Promising review: "My poor feet have been extremely neglected ever since I was pregnant two years ago. This was the first time I really ever had very rough, hard heels and 'old' looking feet; they were so bad that I didn't even want to have a pedicure or wear sandals. Anyway, these foot peels were super easy to use and boy are they effective. It was the fourth day that my feet began to peel — very strange! Totally painless. The new skin coming through was very soft, like new. I would totally recommend. My sister and mother have requested their boxes." —Ally CHR
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $27.95.
Promising review: "Wonderful piece of equipment. It's perfect for people who work jobs that require them to stand on their feet all day. I would absolutely recommend. It's easily the most effective $20 you'll spend on foot pain." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
GorgeousSoap is a Greensburg, Kentucky-based Etsy shop creating handmade soaps, lotions, and potions using top-quality oils and botanicals to help you care for yourself and relax.
Promising review: "This order arrived in three days and I am multiple states away! Couldn’t wait to try so I opened right away and soaked my feet. The lavender smells wonderful and my feet were so soft after a ten minute foot soak. These will not disappoint!" —Jane
Get it from GorgeousSoap on Etsy for $6.95+ (available in packs of four or nine and in four scents).
Promising review: "Soooo helpful!! Really! The best!! Kinesiology therapy tape provides light support, prevents injuries from getting worse, and relieves pain. It provides flexible support that's not immobilizing but better than no support. Look at insert or online to learn how to apply it; when done correctly it's sooo incredibly helpful. I've used it with injuries in my wrist and hand, shin splints, ankle pain, foot pain, and more." —Sunshine Jenna
Get it from Amazon for $13.75+ (available in 11 colors).
Promising review: "I came down with a great case of plantar fasciitis, and a friend who is physical therapist said 'It's about stretching out that calf muscle!' Rather than go through the usual stretching contortions in the hope of focusing in on the calves, I started looking at these kinds of devices. All I can say is: This one is easy to use and is also good for hamstrings and other potentially troublesome muscles that need stretching in order to avoid problems (especially as one ages...). I used it daily and my plantar troubles were gone within a couple of weeks. I don't know if other such devices work better, but this one gets a 100% rating from this aging being." —Honest American Reviewer
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
Promising review: "The thing that I like about this the most is it is the same ones that the nail salon use when they do my feet. It gets the job done and gets it done quickly and easily. Painless! Soaking a little bit of water beforehand if you don't want it to be so gritty. Definitely better than what you can buy at the store." —Lost in the Crowd
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $7.99.
Pear Nova is a Black woman-owned beauty brand based in Chicago creating luxury nail lacquers and polishes that are vegan, cruelty-free, and celebrate all skin tones.
Get a four-pack from Pear Nova for $50.
When the rolling head wears out, you can pick up refills — no need to buy a whole new unit. My mom and I both own one of these and they really do work, but be warned, it does sound like a tiny drill (worth it).
Promising review: "I've struggled with my feet for as long as I can remember, paying for pedicures only for my feet to feel a little smooth, but the cracks remained. In five minutes I have new feet!!" —Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $19.88.
You can reuse them for up to two years! Set them out in the sun for an hour to re-activate the charcoal.
Promising review: "My husband always says as soon as I take off my shoes the room just smells like dirty feet for the next couple hours. Asked him if it would be worth investing $10 in these and he said YES PLEASE! They arrived today, and I was eager to try them out. I took my shoes off and within five minutes I couldn't smell it any more!" —Kaorrie
Get a pair from Amazon for $9.95.
You also can unzip the top cover and use this gadget as a heating pad or massager for wherever needs relief!
Promising review: "If you are thinking: Is it worth it? I answer: Yes! This pillow massager does the perfect work. It heats and massagers at the same time. Also, you can choose the rotation that fits you better. It really helps for tired feet and fatigue back pain. I truly recommend it." —PAULO SALES
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
Promising review: "I'm one of those guys who is particular about tools and how well they work. That being said I had high expectations for these clippers (I've used junk before that couldn't cut a dry toenail), but these are a quality product. They line up nicely, are plenty sharp, and they are STRONG. I bought two of them so far and will buy two more for the price because my girlfriend always seems to lose them. You CAN'T beat the quality for the price!" —Jon Peter
Get it from Amazon for $2.27.
Promising review: "Click the add to cart button — and add four more to your order. Everyone you know needs to be using YogaToes. I stand on my feet all day long and have been suffering from foot pain since I started my career. My toes were curled toward the big toe and my heels hurt so bad. At the end of each day, the cramping was so horrible that I couldn't walk. I tried this toe separator and I'll probably use it for the rest of my days. After one week, my toes are straight and the pain is gone. I will forever swear by YogaToes!" —Amazon Customer
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $29.95.
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing. Seriously. My feet have been cracked non-stop for probably the last 10 years. I've tried literally everything — pedicures, the Ped-egg, Gold Bond foot cream, lotion every night with socks on, pumice stones, and even that ridiculous mouthwash/shaving cream home remedy. I saw this and figured I'd give it a shot. After the first week of using it nightly (without socks), I was still a bit skeptical because there was a slight improvement, but not much. The second week, I was like okay, we're getting there. The third week, I was like THANK GOD! Something has finally worked! After at least four weeks, my feet have never been better. They are still a little surface dry, probably because I only use it at night, but there are ZERO cracks in them." —Jaime
Get it from Amazon for $6.41 (available in larger quantities).
MiaJewelryStudio is an Etsy shop creating a wide range of jewelry and accessories including anklets, necklaces, scarves, and their signature barefoot sandals.
Promising review: "OK so it took a little longer than I expected, but WELL worth the wait...they are EXACTLY what I wanted! So elegant, chic, soft, and feminine...absolutely in LOVE with them! A million-star review!👏🏻👑😍" —sandra Madalone
Get it from MiaJewelryStudio on Etsy for $14 (available in sizes 3–12 and in four colors).
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