Although caring for our hands comes easily to us and we always strive for a perfect manicure, we often forget about our feet. We usually only remember to care for them in the summer, when we swap closed shoes for sandals. However, to keep our feet truly well-groomed and looking beautiful not only in the summer, they require, like almost any other part of the body, regular and diligent care. Of course, we can entrust our beauty treatments to a beautician, but we can also easily care for our feet at home. Learn a few steps to ensure your feet always look their best!

First: first the grater, then the bath

Many people make the mistake of scrubbing dead skin off their feet wet, while bathing. This is a mistake! Calloused skin should be scrubbed dry. Use a coarse file and focus on the heels and edges of your feet. You'll see how much dead skin is removed (it's best to do this over a bathtub or a bowl). The water softens the skin, and your feet appear instantly smooth. As a result, they remain rough after drying.

Second: bath

Fill a bowl with warm water and give your feet a nourishing foot bath, which will also help strengthen and whiten your nails. Soak your feet for about 10 minutes. If you can, put your hands under the water and gently massage your feet, pressing on the balls of your feet and moving your hands along the length of your feet.

Third: peeling

While bathing and massaging your feet, exfoliate them, preferably with a coarse-grained scrub. This treatment will remove any remaining dead skin and completely smooth your feet. In this case, you can also focus mainly on your heels and the bone on the outside of your big toe. Exfoliating the ball of your foot will definitely stimulate circulation and give you a wonderful massage.

Fourth: skins

Time for your nails. Trim them with curved-blade nail clippers or file them down with a coarse file. Don't use scissors, as this can cause your nails to break and split. Trim them straight across, without rounding them or sharply cutting them from the side (this can cause the nail to become ingrown).

Fifth: sharp cut

Time for your nails. Trim them with curved-blade nail clippers or file them down with a coarse file. Don't use scissors, as this can cause your nails to break and split. Trim them straight across, without rounding them or sharply cutting them from the side (this can cause the nail to become ingrown).

Sixth: polishing

We're still talking about your nails. After trimming them, polish them. Smooth the edges of the nail, again without rounding them (alternatively, you can gently round the nails of your middle fingers so that their edges don't irritate the adjacent finger). A paper file works best here. Also, choose one that you can use to immediately buff the nail plate, thus preparing it for polish.

Seventh: hydration

Proper hydration is key to foot care (just like for hands or lips). Apply a moisturizing cream or, if needed, a moisturizing balm to your feet. If you're struggling with cracked heels, choose a product with a strong regenerating effect. Leave the cream on for about 20 minutes. If necessary, wear cotton socks and leave it on overnight to allow the cream to fully absorb and begin working.

Eighth: pedicure

Once the cream has absorbed into your feet, wipe off any excess with a tissue. This will allow you to apply the polish. Just like with a manicure, start with a base coat or primer. You can also use a clear polish. If you decide that clear, shiny nails are what you're after, your nail care routine is complete! If you're in the mood for colorful nails, the polish you choose is entirely up to you.

While it might seem like these 8 steps will take half an evening, believe me, that's not the case! Contrary to popular belief, you only need an hour to care for your feet. It's also worth taking care of your feet in winter, and it's worth doing it regularly to ensure they always look their best. So get started! Even though you'll soon be putting on your shoes, don't skip your pedicure and beauty treatments.