Our feet are very sensitive instruments, and sadly often neglected. Many people suffer from various foot ailments that can cause them a great deal of discomfort and can affect their quality of life, such as Athlete's Foot, Restless Legs, Hard Skin, Skin Cracks, Sweaty and Smelly Feet, just to name a few.

A simple guide to keep your feet healthy

• Bathe your feet daily with soap and warm water, and make sure they are completely dry before putting socks on again. If possible, expose your feet to the air for short periods of time throughout the day.
• Keep blood circulating to your feet as much as possible, by putting them up when you are sitting or lying down, stretching if you've had to sit for a long while, take a walk, or have a gentle foot massage.
• Wear shoes that fit your feet, and sandals with open toes when possible. Wear socks made of absorbent materials, and change socks frequently.
• Be aware that by walking barefooted on moist or wet floors in public places such as swimming pools or by using other people's personal care items or shoes, your feet are exposed to fungal infections such as Athlete's Foot.

Among the most common foot ailments are:

Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot is a fungal infection of the skin and nails, and occurs mainly on the feet. It is usually found on the skin between the toes, but can also occur anywhere on the foot, and the toenails as well, which then become thick and distorted. If left untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body by touching the infection and spreading it to sensitive areas such as the groin and underarms, and even to your face. The most common way to catch Athlete's Foot from other people is by walking on moist or wet floors, such as swimming pools, and by using other people's personal care items or shoes.

Restless Legs Syndrome

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) may be described as uncontrollable urges to move the limbs in order to stop uncomfortable, painful or odd sensations in the body, most commonly in the legs. The sensation typically begins while you're lying down or sitting for an extended period of time, such as in a car, airplane or movie theater.

Some people only experience RLS at bedtime and others experience it all day and all night. All sufferers notice that the RLS is worst in the evening and the least noticeable sometime in the early to mid morning.

While there is no known cure for RLS, there are ways people can reduce the symptoms e.g. by changing their lifestyles, changing their diet, and by avoiding certain activities that may aggravate symptoms and engaging in others that may help relieve symptoms.

The healing powers of herbs

In the old days, when there were no medicines or creams to be bought anywhere, people learned how to use the gifts of Mother Nature. Through the centuries, people learned about the healing powers of herbs, and what effects they had on various diseases and ailments.

In our store Iceland Health and Beauty we offer a variety of skin care products from the Icelandic companies Urtasmidjan and Purity Herbs. These companies know the ancient story of the magical powers of herbs, and have specialized in making natural skin care products such as creams, salves and oils from the organic healing herbs and other 100% natural ingredients. Their products are of the highest quality you can find!

The herbs they use are known for their wholesome properties on various skin problems, and their production is based on the old traditions along with modern knowledge and research on the herbs. The herbs grow in their natural environment, in clean air and unpolluted soil. In the Icelandic climate the herbs grow slower than where the climate is warmer, and researches have shown that the slow growth enhances the amount of active substances in them. Each herb is hand picked at the time when its strength should be the most and the whole process is a work of preciseness and care to ensure that the herbs' qualities will be best used.

Among their wonderful products are Salves and Creams that have been specially made to treat common foot ailments and help you bringing your feet the well being they deserve!

The SOLA Foot Salve

The SOLA Foot Salve is a great multi active solution to relieve and cure many types of foot ailments, such as:

• Restless legs
• Foot sweat
• Sores between the toes
• Athlete's foot
• Itchiness
• Hard skin
• Skin cracks

It is made from soothing and softening Red Clover and Ginger Oil, and it also contains Tea-Tree oil. These oils, carefully blended with wholesome herbs and other natural ingredients make this great salve extremely healing and nourishing for your aching feet!

The salve should be carefully massaged on the areas with the symptoms, and can be used as needed.

The SOLA Foot Cream

The SOLA moisturizing Foot Cream is a wonderful cream with cooling and soothing Mint and Tea-Tree oils that give your tired and aching feet such a fresh feeling, and minimize foot sweat and odor. It is non greasy and quickly absorbed by your skin so it does not smudge.

Use the cream after washing your feet, massage it well into your skin, and enjoy the fresh feeling it brings you.

The Foot Repair Cream

The healing Purity Herbs Foot Repair Cream is a high quality cream for those who suffer from cold feet, tired feet, yeast infections, bacteria and foot odor. It contains herbal extracts and a variety of essential oils with softening and healing properties that increase blood flow, draw out tired aches and bring a wonderful sense of relaxation to your feet.

It is recommended for those suffering from cold feet as it warms, nourishes and relaxes tired feet. The Foot Repair Creme wards off the growth of yeast and bacteria, and the essential oils used prevent foot odor in a natural way. With regular use, your feet become softer and healthier, and tiredness and irritation melt away.

Testimonial

I have to tell you that I never go to sleep before massaging the wonderful Foot Repair Cream into my feet. My skin is so soft, my legs feel great, and I am free from the Restless Legs symptoms. Thank you so much!

Gudny, Iceland.

Why use the Icelandic Herbal Skin Care Products?

People who care about their own well being and their environment insist on natural herbal cosmetic products in order to protect and nourish their skin. Their healing products are are based on ancient knowledge along with modern technology, which ensures that they are of the best quality available!

Please go to our store Iceland Health and Beauty  for more great products from Iceland, and our About me  page for more information about our organization.