Many people perceive keratinized skin on the heels and balls of the feet as an aesthetic problem that – thanks to the cosmetics industry – they can remedy with numerous products. So-called callus socks are currently experiencing a particular hype.
In principle, callus socks are nothing more than foot masks that you can buy in pairs. They contain an emulsion that is supposed to care for your feet and at the same time provide them with moisture. Depending on the manufacturer, different ingredients such as aloe vera, shea butter or urea are used, which penetrate the skin and soften it. This process can even “peel” your feet by removing the old callus. This is mainly related to the amount of keratinized areas and how much skin is shed. Sense and purpose of is that your feet are nice and smooth again after the treatment. However, there are a few things to consider before using it for the first time.
How to use corneal socks correctly
- Before starting the treatment, clean your feet thoroughly – preferably with soap and water. An extensive foot bath would of course also work.
- Drag the then over your feet and let them work for exactly as long as it says on the packaging instructions.
- If you want to increase the effect of the emulsion through heat, you can put ordinary socks over the foot masks.
- Since the are extremely slippery, you should put your feet up during the exposure time – unless you put normal socks over them.
- After the exposure time, wash your feet with water and then dry them well. The “peeling effect” only shows up after a few hours or days, depending on the product.
Important NOTE: Even if the application is very simple, it also carries risks – triggered by allergic reactions. In order to find out whether your skin is over-sensitive to the ingredients, you should spread the emulsion of the corneal socks with a finger on a small area of your skin and leave it on for ten minutes. If you do not show any reaction, you can start treatment.
Brands in comparison: what do callus socks contain?
1. SUMMER FOOT Premium Fußmaske
These callus socks from should not only be able to remove calluses, but also cracks, calluses and cracked skin. According to the manufacturer, the foot masks have been dermatologically tested and contain valuable ingredients such as urea and cucumber extract. After application, your feet should remain smooth and pliable for two to three months.
There are also special premium .
2. Scholl EXPERTCARE Intensive, nourishing foot mask
According to the company These callus socks also contain valuable ingredients (such as macadamia oil, urea, shea butter and panthenol), which are evenly distributed over the foot via the fleece on the inside of the masks and are supposed to be quickly absorbed into the skin – without being greasy. According to the packaging instructions, the socks must be left on for 20 minutes.
3. Plantifique Natural Gel Anti Callus Socks
Also advertises with dermatologically tested corneal socks. According to the manufacturer, the ingredients (castor oil, aloe vera and peach kernel) are based on a unique French formula: they should be able to remove dry skin and repair cracked heels. And that after a reaction time of 60 to 90 minutes.
4. Korean Cosmetics Fußpeeling mask
even goes a step further and advertises that his foot peeling masks are only made from ingredients that have not been tested on animals. However, the manufacturer does not reveal exactly what the emulsion of the callus socks is made of – according to their own information, they are probably nourishing extracts that are supposed to ensure beautiful and callus-free feet.
5. MayBeau Lavender Foot Mask
In this product of two different callus socks are included: a peeling foot mask for both feet to remove dead skin and repair rough heels – and a moisturizing mask for both feet. The socks contain Lavandula angustifolia, aloe vera, milk, vitamin E and natural plant extracts.
