small fissures. In more severe cases, these cracks can deepen enough to cause pain with every step. The root of the problem is repeated pressure on the heel combined with dryness. Hot showers, walking barefoot, open-back shoes, long hours on your feet, and naturally dry skin all lower the skin’s elasticity. Under that daily stress, the skin is more likely to split.
Why Petroleum Jelly Is the Star of the Night
Petroleum jelly doesn’t exfoliate or remove dead skin. Instead, it creates a protective barrier over the heel, sealing in
