How do you heal a crack on the side of your foot?

How do you heal a crack on the side of your foot?

Treat them by giving your feet a little more attention, beginning with moisturizing them at least twice a day. Look for thick moisturizers (Eucerin, Cetaphil, others). Some moisturizers contain skin-softening agents, such as urea, salicylic acid or alpha hydroxy acid, which may help remove dead skin.

Why is the skin on my feet splitting?

A number of factors can raise the risk of developing cracked heels, including obesity, wearing open-heel footwear such as sandals, and having cold, dry skin. Friction from the back of your shoes can make heel dryness and cracking worse. Wearing supportive, properly fitting, closed shoes with socks may ease symptoms.

What does a foot fissure look like?

The most visible sign of a fissure is the appearance of a crack, tear, groove, elongated cleft, or deep burrow in the skin. There may be related irritation and discomfort if the fissure is extensive or goes deep into the skin of the foot or heal. The skin cracks or fissures may be painful if they occur between toes.