During the summertime, it’s important to keep a good foot hygiene. It is recommended to wash your feet before and after going outdoors. And, definitely make sure to use soap and dry your feet thoroughly when you wash them.  

Also, try using products that contain antiseptic which can kill bacteria. There are certain nail salons that carry pedicure products with antiseptic ingredients. 

All US Crystal, Inc. pedicure products contain antiseptic in our products and you can find them at local nail salons around the US. Also, our antiseptic is made with natural ingredients, check out our website for more information. 

Sharing shoes, socks, towels you use to dry your feet, and any other foot care items can transfer diseases to another person (such as athlete's foot). 

In addition, we recommend using US Crystal, Inc. pedicure products at nail salons because our pedicure packages are individualized and cannot be shared with other salon customers. Some pedicure products are sold in non-individualized packaging which can result in more bacteria contamination.  

It is easier to become dehydrated during the summer due to the heat. To keep your skin hydrated, drink a lot of water throughout the day! 

If your feet tend to sweat a lot, you can pack 1-2 pairs of socks to change into throughout the day! Alternatively, you can always opt to wear socks that are much more absorbent. 

Many times, in the summer, we like to walk around barefoot at public pools, spas, or beaches. However, your feet can get infections, swollen, or blisters from walking around without any shoes. 

If you want to take extra care in disinfecting your shoes and socks to prevent bacteria growth, you can kill germs by using hot water 140°F (60°C) to wash them.  

Alternatively, you should always try to dry your shoes in a well-ventilated place after wearing them. It’s recommended to ventilate your shoes during breaks at work if you cannot wear ventilated shoes. This is how you can keep your feet dry. 

Your feet are more sensitive to the sun than you might think. It is the protection if you apply sunscreen on the front and back of your feet. According to many publications, sunscreen is essential for mitigating the UV rays when you’re under the sun.  

Your feet can become dry and start cracking any time of the year, and summer is not an exception! Don’t forget to apply moisturizer every day to your feet. Try using moisturizers that contain shea butter, jojoba oil or coconut oil as they can significantly help your feet stay moisturized. 

All US Crystal lotion contain shea butter to keep your hands and feet moisturized!