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Heated air, cold and thick socks take their toll on feet in winter. With the right care, your skin stays supple – and cracks don’t stand a chance.
In winter our feet often suffer in secret: it’s cold outside, heated air dries out the skin indoors, and feet sweat in thick boots. The result is dry, itchy skin, calluses and cracked heels.
Why skin dries out in winter
The sole of the foot has no sebaceous glands and can hardly re-moisturise itself
Cold slows circulation, dry heated air draws moisture from the skin
Hot foot baths and long showers soften the skin and then dry it out even more
Warm, tight shoes make feet sweat – ideal for athlete’s foot
Winter care tips
Wash your feet in lukewarm rather than hot water and dry them well
Moisturise daily with a rich urea foot cream – ideally in the evening, with cotton socks overnight
Wear breathable socks and change them quickly if your feet get wet
Let winter shoes dry out well, ideally alternating pairs
Don’t “thaw” cold feet on the radiator or with a hot-water bottle – with reduced sensation there is a risk of burns
How we help
We gently remove dry calluses, treat beginning cracks and recommend the right care for your skin type. To learn more about cracked heels, read our guide to cracked heels. Not sure whether your feet need support? Take our foot check.