Sweaty feet is the common feet problem during the summer season. Besides causing socially embarrassing problems like smelly feet, they also lead to fungal infections. Sometimes it may be due to the hereditary reasons. There are certain medications available in the market that can control natural perspiration. Here are some tips to control the sweaty feet.

Wash feet daily:

Have habit of washing your feet routinely. Many people step into the shower and happily clean the upper part of their body but tend to neglect their feet. Wash your feet at least once a day, but preferably twice a day. Use a good antibacterial soap. Really dry your feet carefully and completely, especially, in between your toes. Don't let micro-organisms get started growing in the nice, damp places between those toes.

Powder well:

Powdering your feet frequently is helpful as the powder absorbs the excessive sweat. So, after bathing and drying your feet, choose to use an antiperspirant foot spray, or a foot powder. Put on the antiperspirant first, and then the foot powder, after the spray is dry. You can choose a commercial foot powder.

Diet matters:

Take proper precautions with food and drinks. Drinks that have alcohol and caffeine and spicy foods greatly increase sweating. So, here's another good reason to give up those booze-fuelled outings.

Avoid Soaking Feet:

Soaking helps to dehydrate already-dry feet. So instead of soaking your tootsies, apply a sugar scrub directly onto dry skin, and wipe it off with a moistened towel.

Wear cotton socks:

Change your socks at least once in the middle of the day. Don't buy cheap synthetic socks, stick with good quality cotton socks. Natural fibres have a good built in ventilation system.

Medication:

There are good quality lotions, medications and powders available in the market that are good to get rid of sweaty feet. Certain medical foot bath treatments are good antiperspirants, excellent for sweaty feet.

By Lizitha