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Sweaty feet

Rachincov

2007-04-13 16:38:36

In summer I seem to suffer with really sweaty feet urgh I know

, going abroad for the first time this year and it's going to be hot, hot, hot so really would like to ask if anyone can recommend a good foot spray to help alleviate this problem. I normally just use a deodrant or talcum powder but that only lasts half a morning.

Apologies for this thread but hey we can't all be perfect!!!

Helen T

2007-04-13 16:48:54

foot scrub

Avon do a good foot spray. Also I find if I scrub my feet at night with a peppermint based foot scrub they stay much fresher for longer. I was once told not to put talc on my feet as it caused the pores to block causing even more smell. Hope this helps. Also wear open sandals without a plastic insole and avoid the dreaded trainers.!

Rachincov

2007-04-13 16:55:01

thanks Helen, even wearing sandals I can feel my feet 'sliding' on a hot day it's so uncomfortable not nice at all.

but I'll give it a try

whitewineandsoda

2007-04-13 20:37:21

Hi halfanagel, you can get a special foot deodorant from the chemist. it's similar to the one for underarms, I think the underarm one is called Driclor or very similar. Anyway I read in a magazine the other night that there's one for your feet too and it's supposed to keep your feet dry for 24-48 hours. If you have an independant chemist try asking about it, meantime I'll try and find the article if I haven't thrown it out. Linda x

whitewineandsoda

2007-04-13 20:45:13

Hi again, I just typed driclor foot deodorant into google and it's there. Sounds pretty good to me! Hope you find something that helps, have a great holiday! Linda x

digby

2007-04-13 21:00:54

sweaty feet

Halfanangel, I suggest you try a lotion called Perspirex for Sweaty Hands and Feet. Available from any chemist and I think you will be chuffed with it.

Reesy1959

2007-04-14 06:38:00

Hi

My Step Daughter suffers really badly from sweaty feet too, even in the winter, she has a spray from the Chemist, ( I will ask her what its called) and it helps her. Also she does wear trainers, but always uses the little trainer socks too and she doesn't have any problems.

Good luck and have a great holiday.

Mary x

Reesy1959

2007-04-14 06:47:29

Hi

Just spoken to my Daughter and the product she uses is called Gewhol. I think that is the correct spelling.

Mary x

johndoe

2007-04-14 08:34:55

hi to all..........the cure i found was odour-eaters cut them down to fit your foot wear .
they worked for me and that was years ago.
never had sweaty feet since.do try..
regards.................john-doe..............

staceylc

2007-04-14 08:57:44

I just bought the Avon foot spray online for £1.50.

It's brilliant and has antibacterial properties in it as well.

rpbristol

2007-04-14 09:49:27

sweaty feet

I had been told that leather shoes helped but:

http://www.firestation.org.uk/stinkyfeet1.jpg

Reesy1959

2007-04-14 10:12:41

How did you get my Daughters Cat pictures?....... :lol:

Brilliant.

Mary x

Pippa

2007-04-14 10:44:57

Wonderful pictures!!

Back to the sweaty feet problem. I find I also have sweaty feet in hot weather but have found that it is much helped by having sandals/mules which have a leather/suede/nubuck type lining. A man made lining to the sandal only makes the sweating worse and causes the foot to slide!

Fly flots sandals and mules are great as they have a natural lining and are also anti bacterial treated. They now do some trendy styles too.

I have also heard that you shouldn't use talc as it makes matters worse. The same is said for under the bust perspiration.

Pippa

colette1

2007-04-14 12:14:49

I use talc so am glad I popped in here now

Rachincov

2007-04-14 16:31:16

love the pics :lol:

thanks guys for taking the time to reply and so glad I'm not the only one!!

debbg

2007-04-14 20:28:24

I too prefer to have the mules with the nubuck lining, they are great.

Also, if wearing trainers, only cotton socks, and but a size bigger so the air can circulate inside the trainer.

kayley

2007-04-15 21:34:25

I just live in flip flops. I couldn't contemplate wearing anything else. I always carry some talc just in case of rubbing, but hardly ever need it. Some people say to use vaseline, but I find a quick dust of talc does the job if I have become particularly sweaty or damp for any reason. There's been a lot of talk about Crock shoes, but they just look so sweaty to me. I can't imagine having my feet enclosed in anything!
Feet do tend to get grubby, particularly around the heels when wearing flip flops, but I find a quick rub with a soapy flannel each day does the trick.

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