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Of course, regularly take care of them with the help of masks, compresses, showers and baths.
One of the available means of care for the skin of the feet is soda baths.
Soda has amazing properties that are used not only in the food and chemical industry, but also in cosmetology. Soda has the following properties:
- antiseptic,
- disinfectant,
- antifungal,
- cleansing
- anti-inflammatory,
- healing,
- emollient.
Why do you need foot baths with soda
Soda baths are very useful in cosmetic and medical procedures. Thanks to their properties, they have a beneficial effect on the skin and human body. So what is so strange about them?
- First, soda baths disinfect perfectly. By adding a little soda to the water, you can fight fungal diseases that are usually located in the nail area. In addition, warm water with soda has anti-inflammatory properties. Soda water can heal small cracks, wounds and sores on the legs. Thanks to such baths, you can also get rid of the unpleasant smell of the feet, which appears due to the large number of bacteria on the skin.
- Secondly, baking soda is an excellent cleaning agent. If the skin of the feet and heels is heavily soiled, where ordinary soap cannot cope, soda baths will easily clean them of dirt and dust.
- Thirdly, soda baths can quickly soften heels and feet, thereby getting rid of rough skin, calluses and calluses.
- Fourth, soda baths relieve fatigue. It is characteristic of women to wear uncomfortable shoes with high heels, which by the end of the day make themselves felt by pain and fatigue. Warm baths with soda will soothe and relax your legs after a working day and wearing uncomfortable shoes for a long time.
Carefully!
Soda is an alkali, and like all alkaline preparations, it can corrode substances (including human skin). Be careful when using it.
Soda baths, no matter how positive they are, should not be overdone. If feet are immersed in soda solution for more than 15-20 minutes, the pH balance of the skin of the feet may be disturbed. Over time, a reverse effect may occur, which will require further treatment.
If you add other drugs to the classic soda bath for feet, you can enhance one or another effect of this bath. Here are some options for foot baths that contain baking soda.
Classic foot bath from fatigue
In order to prepare it, you only need to heat a liter of water to 38-39 degrees and dissolve 2 tablespoons of soda in it.
Foot bath with soda and salt
A foot bath with soda and salt perfectly softens the skin. To carry out this procedure, it is necessary to add two tablespoons of sea salt and soda to the basin. You can keep your feet in a two-liter solution for about 7-8 minutes. This cosmetic bath will get rid of calluses and rough skin. In addition, salt is a well-known antiseptic, so it protects against bacteria and fungi on the feet.
Foot baths with soda and soap
This combination with double the power cleanses the feet. Foot baths with soda and soap are prepared very simply: 3 tablespoons of soda and 2 tablespoons of soap shavings are added to 2 liters of water. If the main goal is to clean the feet, then you can take baby soap. If you want to additionally disinfect your feet, it is recommended to add classic 72% household soap or even tar soap. The immersion time is no more than 10 minutes.
In order to make foot baths from fatigue, you can add a herbal decoction instead of ordinary warm water. It can be chamomile, calendula, plantain. An excellent remedy for getting rid of swelling is soda baths with mint decoction. Herbal baths also perfectly strengthen the nail plate.
Foot baths with soda and essential oils
Essential oils can not only soothe the tired skin of the legs, but also tone and moisturize it. Essential oils can be used in a variety of ways. For example, a few drops of patchouli, orange, lemon, almond or lavender perfectly soften and moisturize the skin. However, before adding essential drops to water, it is necessary to dilute them in olive oil or alcohol.
Foot baths with soda and milk
1 liter of warm, fatty cow's milk and 1 teaspoon of soda can replace a trip to the beautician. The fact is that such a composition perfectly moisturizes the skin. After the procedure, the heels become soft and velvety. Among other things, a milk bath is an excellent prevention of fungal diseases.
Foot bath with soda and hydrogen peroxide
To heal cracks on the heels, it is necessary to add peroxide to the soda bath. A foot bath with soda and hydrogen peroxide not only kills bacteria, but also the upper keratinized layer of the epidermis. Thanks to such foot baths, it is possible to return children's beauty and softness in a short time. It is necessary to pour 2 tablespoons of peroxide and the same amount of soda into warm water, keep it in the water for 12-15 minutes and clean the skin on the feet with a stiff brush.
Foot baths with soda and iodine
Iodine is an additional disinfectant that helps in the presence of fungi in open deep cracks on the heels. Foot baths with soda and iodine are useful for those who have severely damaged skin on their feet. To prepare such a bath with soda, it is necessary to dilute 2 tablespoons of iodine and soda in 2 liters of water.
Baths for feet with soda and clay
A bath with soda and white clay helps with calluses, dryness and weak nail plates on the feet. Clay has an exfoliating effect, and soda has a softening effect. In tandem, these drugs prevent the appearance of calluses and cracks. 4 tablespoons of white clay and 2 tablespoons of soda per 2 liters of water can make a woman's legs soft and elastic.
How to take soda baths?
- The regularity of taking soda baths is of great importance. The fact is that this alkaline solution, with frequent use, breaks the skin. Therefore, it is not recommended to take such baths every day. It is best to limit it to 2-3 times a week. The course is calculated for about 1 month, no more. During this period of regular procedures, the effect will be visible to everyone.
- In order for the positive result from the soda bath to be even greater, after taking it, you can mechanically clean the heels and feet with the help of hard cleaning brushes, pumice stone or a file, which will clean the upper dead layer of the skin.
- After taking a bath with the addition of soda, you just need to dry your feet and moisturize with a special nourishing cream. Do not put on any shoes after the bath. It is very important that the skin breathes after the procedure. It is best to take soda baths before going to bed.
- After soda baths, you should use a special towel designed exclusively for feet, and also wear breathable cotton socks.
- A contrast shower after a warm bath tones the legs, relieves tension and fatigue, and improves blood circulation.
Importantly! Treatment of foot fungus and unpleasant odor using soda baths can give a favorable result only if the cause of this unpleasant odor is eliminated. Most often, poor-quality, tight, closed shoes or synthetic socks that do not allow fresh air to circulate are behind sweaty feet.
Foot baths with the addition of soda or other ingredients can lead to the desired effect of "baby skin" only if they are cared for regularly. One-time procedures cannot 100 percent cope with all the problems that arise.
