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Brilio.net - One type of skin that is quite disturbing for sufferers is dry skin. This type of skin occurs when the top layer of skin, called the epidermis, does not have enough moisture. As a result, the skin looks scaly, peeling, rough, and even cracked.
In medical terms, dry skin is called xerosis. Although it can occur in any part of the body, this condition is more susceptible to occurring in the legs. One of the causes is wearing shoes for too long. Other factors, such as sun exposure, dry winds, and cold weather can also remove natural moisture from the skin of the feet.
Not only that, this condition can occur due to the use of cleaners with harsh chemicals. It could also be due to using water that is too hot. The reason is, hot water can remove natural oils from the skin. Even though it does not cause serious complaints in sufferers, if it is not treated immediately there are various health risks that can be experienced. Such as discomfort when walking to feet that peel and crack.
To overcome this condition, you can use natural ingredients that have moisturizing properties, in an effort to make the skin on your feet softer and less rough.
As shared by one TikTok user @mari_aguirre_ on February 10 2022. The video contains how to treat dry feet using only 1 type of sweetener. The sweetener in question is manuka honey.
"The only way to get the softest feet," wrote the account owner in the uploaded video, which briliobeauty.net reported from the TikTok account @mari_aguirre_, Tuesday (12/3).
Ingredients and benefits of manuka honey for moisturizing dry feet.
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Manuka honey is a natural sweetener produced by bees from manuka flowers which only grow in New Zealand and Australia. What differentiates manuka honey from other honey is the content of UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) which can inhibit the growth of bacteria and can speed up healing. This is what makes manuka honey very effective in treating wounds and treating various infectious diseases and skin inflammation.
Manuka honey is also a natural humectant which can help maintain the skin's natural moisture. This honey also has a lower pH than other types of honey, so it is effective in speeding up wound healing. It's not surprising that this natural ingredient is effective for treating dry and rough skin on your feet. As reported by Healthline, manuka honey is effective in curing irritated and dry skin.
After knowing the benefits of the ingredients to be used, now is the time for you to see how to use them to moisturize dry feet below.
Material:
- Manuka honey to taste
photo: TikTok/@mari_aguirre_
How to use:
1. Wash your feet first until they are really clean
2. Dry your feet using a towel
3. Apply manuka honey to all dry parts of your feet, especially the soles of your feet
4. Leave it for 20-30 minutes then rinse with water until clean
5. Continue using a moisturizer, such as petroleum jelly or body lotion
6. Do this regularly 3 times a week to get soft and anti-rough feet
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