Vaadi Herbals Foot Cream Clove And Sandal Oil 150GWhy do our feet need extra care? The skin all over our body including that on the feet is exposed to harmful factors almost every day. However the feet tend to take a beating worse than any other part. Suns harmful uv rays tan them and cause free radical damage (leading to wrinkles). Low humidity and winters steal the moisture and result in dryness and cracking. Dust and pollution may block the pores. Sweating may lead to bacterial or fungal infections. Furthermore our feet are unquestionably more prone to get wounded cut etc; as well as are susceptible to sores corns etc. And ageing skin loses its ability to repair any of the damage done. To add to this it is the muscles of our feet that suffer whether we walk run or exercise. Thus our feet demand extra care. How does thyme help in foot care? The main active constituent of the thyme herb is thymol. It is very popular for its potent anti-septic properties. Its topical application is known to be beneficial in treating rashes cuts burns sores and other skin conditions. Additionally its anti-fungal property also makes it extremely effective against fungi which are responsible for toe-nail infections. Thyme exhibits a stimulating action on both the blood circulation as well as the nervous system; while relieving inflammation as well. This greatly helps in relaxing tired and over-worked feet muscles.Vaadi Herbals Foot Scrub with Fenugreek and Lemongrass Oil 110gx2This uniquely designed foot scrub scientifically uses precious herbs and scrubs to effectively exfoliate dead foot tissues and rejuvenates the rough and damaged foot skin. Makes your feet super soft and supple. Why do our feet need scrubbing? Our skin follows a renewal cycle. New cells get produced in the inner layers; and travel to the surface while dying slowly. The resultant dead cells on the surface slough off maintaining the freshness of the skin. However with age this cycle gets disrupted. New cells grow slowly and dead cells slough off slowly. This causes accumulation of dead cells on the surface; making the skin look dull and unhealthy. On the other hand slower cellular renewal rate means hampered reparability of the skin. Scrubbing with the right products takes care of both these issues. It helps remove the dead cells from the surface revealing a healthier skin. And it stimulates production of new cells which keeps the skin looking healthy; helps maintain the elasticity and firmness; and even in repairing damaged skin of the feet. What benefits does Fenugreek render to this formulation? Fenugreek is known to exhibit anti-inflammatory action. Thus it helps greatly in reducing pain and swelling and relaxing tired feet. It is also known to treat sun-burn boils and other skin problems. It protects the skin against UV-induced damage too. Fenugreek or methi is also an excellent skin rejuvenator. Its property of a natural emollient keeps the feet soft supple and well-moisturized. Also being a rich source of Vitamin C it is granted anti-oxidant bleaching and toner properties. It fights signs of premature aging as well as lightens the skin tone and fades blemishes. It also deep cleanses the skin; removes dead skin cells; flushes out toxins; tightens pores and makes the skin glow. How do Jojoba Seed Grains prove useful for the scrub? Jojoba seed grains unlike other natural exfoliants are more uniform in shape and size. As such they happen to be less irritating to the skin in comparison. They gently unclog the skin pores by softening the blockage. They help in clearing the pores off impurities as well as removing dead skin cells from the surface without being harsh on the skin. This helps in reduction of dry flaky patches; and evening of the skin tone; while revealing a smoother and brighter skin. How effective is Lemongrass Oil in caring for the feet? Anti-septic anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of lemongrass oil help in treating as well as preventing foot infections; including athletes foot. And its analgesic action helps reduce inflammation as well as pain; thus soothing and easing over-worked feet. This oil obtained from fresh or partly-dried of leaves of Cymbopogon citrates grass is astringent in nature and it helps deep cleanse pores and shrink enlarged ones; thus keeping the skin firm. It is also known to alleviate perspiration; and strengthen connective tissue. Lemongrass oil also stimulates blood circulation and fluid flow by dilating vessels; which is imperative for health of cells. What is the need of using Walnut Scrub? Walnut shells being fibrous and hard are basically abrasive; and thus natural exfoliants. But walnut scrub is made of very finely powdered walnut shells. This makes the scrub both effective and gentle enough for our skin. Effective as the angular multi-faceted particles retain the abrasiveness of their source; and gentle because of the fine size of each particle. Walnut scrub helps rid the skins surface off accumulated dead cells; as well as clear other impurities that are not effectively removed by regular cleansers. It thus compensates for the skins slacking natural exfoliation process; gently smoothening and brightening the skin. What properties of Turmeric make it important in this regard? Turmeric contains a substance known as curcumin. This grants it anti-oxidant properties; which helps the skin maintain its youthfulness. It even stimulates cellular re-growth i.e. production of newer healthier cells to repair damaged skin. Curcumin also renders turmeric anti-inflammatory and skin lightening properties. This helps soothe irritated and inflamed skin; as well as lighten the skin tone and reduce the appearance of blemishes respectively. Furthermore turmeric is also known to stimulate blood circulation which is good for the health of the skin cells as well as relaxes tired feet. It is also beneficial in treatment of minor skin infections owing to its properties as an anti-bacterial and anti-septic agent. What role does Kokum Butter play in foot care? Sourced from the seeds of Garcinia indica kokum butter is an effective anti-oxidant with a rich content of Vitamin E. It delays the signs of aging while stimulating the growth of new cells; to repair damaged skin as well as to keep the skin looking healthy. Adding to this cause is the butters aid in oxygenation of cells; which betters the supply of essential nutrients to them. Kokum butter is also a natural emollient i.e. it increases the skins ability to absorb as well as retain moisture; making it an effective moisturizer to keep your feet supple. It is also known to reduce inflammation and calm irritated skin; as well as minimize the damage cause by the sun including skin peeling sunburn as well as sun-tan.