Welcome to installment two in my series – Social Media Beauty Hacks, Real or Fake? This post will explore a DIY beauty treatment commonly seen on the social media – how to use a Listerine Foot Soak to soften calloused feet.
If I am being honest, I will admit that I often click on ridiculous social media beauty posts. “How to Lose 40 Pounds by Drinking This One Thing Every Night.” I clicked on that. I want to know what that secret nighttime drink is! (I never did find out by the way. The resulting page seemed very spammy very fast, so I clicked off of it). That’s why I started this social media beauty hack series to debunk the myths. I test these things out so you don’t have to!
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Since the COVID-19 Pandemic began, I have been a little afraid to go to the nail salon for a pedicure. Something about sitting in an enclosed space with a large number of other people for an hour or more just didn’t feel like the right thing to do. So, I was looking for tips on keeping my feet pretty, polished and soft when I ran across this beauty tip.
Social Media Beauty Tip – How to Use Listerine to Soften Calloused Feet
Recipe for DIY Listerine Pedicure Soak
- Large bowl, tub or foot bath filled halfway with warm water
- 1 cup of Original Listerine (any flavor)
- ½ cup of Apple Cider Vinegar
How to Use DIY Listerine Foot Soak
- Soak your feet for 20 minutes
- Dry with towel
- Scrub your feet the next day in the shower with a pumice stone
The Verdict
This beauty hack worked quite well. While not the miracle cure some bloggers promoted, I did find that the Listerine and Apple Cider Vinegar Foot Soak softened my feet all over and made it easier to scrub the dry rough skin off the next day. Ladies, this worked well enough that I will do it again. Although I may add other, more traditional foot treatments afterwards, such as an overnight moisturizing cream, to finish out the treatment.
What the Experts Say
The Listerine and Apple Cider Foot Soak is widely accepted as solution for rough feet that actually works. In addition, the mixture is reported to help get rid of fungus and athletes foot, brighten nails and soften cuticles as well.
According to Medical News Today, one of the active ingredients in Listerine is called methyl salicylate. This chemical is an exfoliant that helps in removing dead, dry skin. Check out this article for more information.
Ultra Nourishing Foot Care Products on Amazon
Listerine Cool Mint Mouthwash
Use Listerine Cool Mint Antiseptic Mouthwash for your Listerine Foot Soak. Not only will it soften your feet as promised, the mint will cool your tired feet, leaving them feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar is one of those ingredients that’s both natural and versatile. You can use Apple Cider Vinegar to balance your digestion, boost your metabolism, and add to your softening Listerine Foot Bath! See what Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar can do for you!
Foot Spa/Bath Massager
Why not make this Listerine Foot Soak into your own personal spa treatment? This Foot Spa/Bath Massager with Heat Bubbles, Vibration and Massaging Rollers is definitely the way to go! Melt away stress, massage tired muscles, clean and soften your feet all at once with this fantastic device!
Miracle Foot Repair Cream
For 40 years, Miracle Foot Repair Cream has helped provide relief to people with dry, cracked feet. Just apply the cream to your feet at night and then put on a pair of socks to lock the cream in and keep it from rubbing off on your sheets. In the morning, you’ll notice a difference! I tried this cream and liked it very much.
Gold Bond Ultimate Softening Foot Cream
Gold Bond Ultimate Softening Foot Cream contains one of my favorite skin softening ingredients, Shea Butter! Apply this cream before bed and put a pair of socks. In the morning the Shea Butter, Vitamins A, C, and E will have worked their magic, leaving your rough, dry, calloused feet feeling smoother and softer.
Like Natural Hand-made Beauty Products?
If you like natural hand-made beauty products, I have noticed that there are many shops on Etsy that specialize in them. I’ve even ordered a few myself. Head on over to Etsy and check it out. You’ll be glad you did!
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