Take stock of your moisturizers — you likely have afacial cream,body lotionor even aneye creamandhand cream, but do you have one specifically for your feet? If not, you probably should, even if you already have soft and smooth feet, according to our experts.It’s important to keep your feet moisturized and hydrated because they tend to get very dry, according to board-certified dermatologistDr. Jordan Carqueville. Since we put our feet through so much movement and activity throughout the day, dryness and cracks can form, says board-certified podiatristDr. Anne Sharkey. These cracks can become a gateway to inflammation and infections, says Carqueville.That’s where foot creams come in. They’re not only a reactive solution to healing the skin from rough skin, but they also work as a preventative care measure and help your skin maintain a smooth and soft exterior.I spoke to experts about the differences betweena body moisturizerand a foot cream, and what to look for when shopping for foot c...
