Many people see hardened skin on their heels and balls of the feet as an aesthetic problem that – thanks to the cosmetics industry – can be remedied 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 designed to care for your feet and moisturize them at the same time. 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 calluses. This depends primarily on the amount of callused areas and how much skin is shed. The purpose of the is that your feet will be beautifully smooth and supple again after the treatment. However, there are a few things to consider before the first application.
How to use callus socks correctly
- Clean your feet thoroughly before you begin the treatment – ideally with soap and water. A long foot bath would also work, of course.
- Pull the Then apply it to your feet and leave it on for exactly the length of time that is stated on the packaging instructions.
- If you want to further enhance the effect of the emulsion with heat, you can put regular 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 thoroughly. The “peeling effect” only becomes apparent after a few hours or days, depending on the product.
Important NOTE: Even though the application is extremely simple, it also carries risks – triggered by allergic reactions. To find out whether your skin is hypersensitive to the ingredients, you should spread the emulsion of the callus socks on a small area of your skin with your finger and leave it on for ten minutes. If you do not show any reaction, you can begin treatment.
Brands compared: What do callus socks contain?
1. SUMMER FOOT Premium Foot Mask
These callus socks from are designed to remove not only 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 use, your feet should remain smooth and supple for two to three months.
There are also special premium .
2. Scholl EXPERTCARE Intensive Care Foot Mask
According to the company These callus socks also contain valuable ingredients (such as avocado, jojoba and argan oil), which are evenly distributed over the foot via the fleece on the inside of the mask and are designed to be quickly absorbed into the skin – without leaving a greasy residue. According to the packaging instructions, the socks must be left on for 20 minutes.
3. Plantifique Natural Gel Anti Callus Socks
Also advertises dermatologically tested callus socks. According to the manufacturer, the ingredients (castor oil, aloe vera and peach stone) are based on a unique French formula: they are supposed to be able to remove dry skin and repair cracked heels. And all this after a 60 to 90 minute exposure time.
4. MayBeau Lavender Foot Mask
In this product from Callus socks with lavender for dry, coarse, calloused (non-sensitive) feet are included: According to the manufacturer, they must be worn for about 20 to 30 minutes so that the ingredients can be completely absorbed into your skin. After five to seven days, the dead skin cells should then come off.
5. Korea Cosmetics Foot Peeling Mask
goes one step further and advertises that its foot peeling masks only contain 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 the manufacturer, it is probably nourishing extracts that are supposed to ensure beautiful and callus-free feet.
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Source: Stern
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