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QuestionCan I add anything else to my Epsom salt foot bath?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Add a few drops of an essential oil like lavender to your foot bath for a more luxurious soak.
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QuestionWhat can you use to get dead skin off your feet?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You can use a pumice stone or a foot file to safely and effectively remove dead skin. Soaking your feet in an Epsom salt bath first makes the dead skin easier to remove.
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QuestionWhat does Epsom salt do for your feet?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Epsom salt is relaxing and soothing to the skin. It softens callouses and reduces swelling and inflammation.
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QuestionIs soaking in Epsom salt good for plantar fasciitis?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Epsom salts are known to reduce inflammation and are soothing, so I would imagine so. As with any medical concern, consult your doctor if you have questions.
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QuestionI have contact dermatitis. My heels are badly cracked, and I have some broken skin. Can I use Epson salt to soak?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.There is some research to suggest that magnesium-rich salts like Epsom facilitate healing, but current medical recommendations are that wounds should be kept dry to prevent infection. If you choose to use the salts, keep your soaking time brief (under 5 minutes) and make sure to dry skin thoroughly after soaking.
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QuestionIs Epsom salt good to use on corns?Community AnswerThe short answer is yes. Epsom salt can help to loosen the dead skin that hardens and forms into corns.
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QuestionI've never had a pro pedicure and am going to follow this regimen to improve my nasty feet now that it's sandal time. I've heard they shave off dead skin. Is this something I can do with a leg shaver?Community AnswerThe short answer is "No", you should not use leg shavers for your feet. You risk hurting yourself and damaging your razor. What you'll want to use for your feet is a PedEgg, and/or a Pumice stone. After you treat your feet, make sure you use a very hydrating moisturizer, like cocoa or shea butter.
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QuestionI notice my skin on my feet is dry, crack and white. Do I need to drink more water?Parishi KanugaCommunity AnswerYou would need to drink more water, but it is also very wise to use lotion.
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