Washing your feet is an essential aspect of good hygiene. Rub your feet and the areas between your fingers thoroughly.
Check for cuts, wounds, swelling or dryness. Change socks at least once a day – and give shoes time to dry if they get wet. The best foot moisturizer should contain "10% to 25% urea, alpha hydroxy acid or salicylic acid," according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association. "In severe cases, untreated infections of the foot can lead to amputation, especially in people with impaired immune systems or underlying health conditions"