https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:04:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping/page/2#post-1767953 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 23:44:58 +0000 Anonymous 1767953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi <b>Texstyle</b>. &nbsp;I decided you were on to something really great. &nbsp;</p> <p>I am giving myself a <u>full</u> pedicure and <u>full</u> manicure this weekend. &nbsp;I was gifted with navy? nail polish this Christmas. &nbsp;I think I am going to love it once I try it. &nbsp;I admit navy is nail polish is new to me. &nbsp;I may not have tried it if you &nbsp;hadn't suggested this idea. &nbsp;</p> <p>I am also going to give myself a <u>full</u> facial and deep, deep condition my hair. &nbsp;</p> <p>I am genuinely excited about these major indulgences. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767767 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 15:10:44 +0000 Angie 1767767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the suggestions, Tex and Danskogirl. I'll be writing a post on layering moisturizers because it's really helped my skin.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767760 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:24:25 +0000 texstyle 1767760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling - I wonder if the Retinol is the problem? My skin doesn't seem to be as sensitive these days so I admit to being able to use some pretty strong stuff but I'm not sure Vit. C or Hyaluronic acid is really "strong" in that way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767749 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:11:09 +0000 Anonymous 1767749@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OH!&nbsp; I just noticed this thread.&nbsp; What a GREAT idea.&nbsp; </p> <p>I have this weirdness about cuticles.&nbsp; I spend more time grooming my cuticles than any other body part.&nbsp; I use all sorts of cuticle oils on them.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am less picky about my feet.&nbsp; I do use one of those battery operated roller things.&nbsp; It works so great.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have only recently started using Vitamin C and Retinol A.&nbsp; I have to admit that my skin looks worse than when I started (if anything I am noticing more brown spots).&nbsp; A part of me wonders if the hands off approach is best for my skin.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767568 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 23:35:00 +0000 Isabel 1767568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just thinking that I NEVER do facials...yet so many women ( famous ones and "French" ones ) say that you should do it at least 4 times a year ; during the season changes.</p> <p>Anyone do it or find it necessary/helpful ? &nbsp;I wouldn't know how to begin looking for a facialist. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767548 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 22:56:05 +0000 BrieN 1767548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For self care I like to use the O'Keeffe's Healthy Feet Foot Cream from time to time especially during the winter. I'm lazy so I just stick my heel in the jar without using my hands. Every once in a while I'll use one of those foot files that look like a micro-plane and then follow up with the O'Keeffe's and a nice little spa moment with moisturizer and cuticle oil for my toes.&nbsp;</p> <p>Right now I am a little obsessive about the Rosebud Salve from Sephora. It is the absolute last thing I do before I sleep. The container is on my bedside table -- I'm usually putting it on my lips and on the cuticles on my hands in the dark as DH is quick to turn off the lights.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767537 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 22:31:23 +0000 Style Fan 1767537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am booking a pedicure and manicure soon.&nbsp; Then in a few weeks I will be getting my hair cut and my eyebrows done.&nbsp; Yeah!&nbsp; My hair stylist is 3 hours away so it is 3 months between cuts.&nbsp; I am long overdue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767481 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 20:19:40 +0000 Isabel 1767481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great thread, thank you. &nbsp;LOL to the "grater" comment from Angie.&nbsp;</p> <p>My mom and I just like straight up pumice stones or the glove exfoliates that one finds everywhere. &nbsp;For me, as long as I keep up with moisturizing my feet, I am ok. &nbsp;BUT, I also wear closed shoes 90% of the time. &nbsp;I love to smother my feet with aquaphor and put socks on.&nbsp;</p> <p>I started using vitamin C about 4 or 5 years ago. I use Philosophy powder because it supposedly stays stable longer. I add to my tinted sunblock every day for my face. And to regular sunblock for my neck, chest and back of hands. I like it quite a bit and I think it has improved my skin.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am a moisturizing fiend. LOL. &nbsp;About 20 years ago, I read an interview with Cindy Crawford and she talked about "layering" moisturizers. So I do that. &nbsp;In the winter, I start off with Be Merry treatment, let that sink in and then follow up with a little Oil of Olay or Argan Oil ( depending on how dry my skin feels ) , let that sink in, then I "seal" it with Clarins Baume Beaute. &nbsp; Sometimes, I only layer my cheeks and forehead which tend to be the driest. I do the same with my neck and chest. I skip the middle layer for the back of my hands.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OQQLNG4?psc=1">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OQQLNG4?psc=1</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Clarins-Beauty-Flash-Balm-1-7-Ounce/dp/B002AMUFEW/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484079553&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=clarins+baume+beaute+eclair">https://www.amazon.com/Clarins.....ty&#038;am</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767470 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 20:06:21 +0000 lpr200 1767470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this thread! I make a body buffer I use daily in the shower after soap I and shaving and it really softens my skin: coconut oil, brown sugar, a little bit of salt, honey. Sometimes I add perfumes, oils, sometimes I don't. I keep all the ingredients under my bathroom sink and make as I need to. It can make your tub slippery and I suggest keeping it in a plastic tub (I dropped a glass jar once when I was in a rush). I do it as a last step and in the summer don't need to moisturize. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767468 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 20:02:42 +0000 Anonymous 1767468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lots of good ideas on this thread for a bit of self care. I must put aside a little time to do my feet too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767456 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 19:36:33 +0000 Anonymous 1767456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in a big self-care mode right now. I got inspired to do this over the holidays when I had lots of time to read different blogs and websites and magazines, and decided part of my overall "better skin" regimen would involve multistep skin care (a al K skin systems ) ...among many other things. I'm using sheet masks at least 3-4 times a week right now.</p> <p>Directly to your point, texstyle, I am obsessed with feet and hands ,even during the winter, and use a dimancel file along with that battery-powered cylinder thing mentioned above - I can't remember what it's called. I can't remember anything , for that matter. &nbsp;Seeing dead and dry skin makes me crazy, and I file and buff and moisturize all the time. &nbsp;And you're right, it can be a really pleasant diversion - spending quiet time alone in the bathroom or bedroom using different skin care products and techniques and using the time to meditate or relax too. &nbsp;</p> <p>And thanks for the reminder: I should book a pedicure for next week. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767445 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 19:14:31 +0000 Anonymous 1767445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here is my secret. While I use something similar on my heels there are other part of my feet that this is too harsh to use or impossible to get at. So, I use Stridex pads (yes the acne pads) to rub on the bottom of my feet and my elbows, wait a bit, then rub lotion on my feet and put on socks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767415 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 17:45:56 +0000 texstyle 1767415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, the one I mentioned is here in my Finds. Seems very gentle to me, but I think they have a light version as well (mine is Medium).</p> <p>Meredith - thank you for sharing, I'm going to try it!</p> <p>Carter - maybe it was you who mentioned the TruSkin brand and that made me try it. So many good ideas here, sometimes I forget where I got them. Thanks for the idea of the mask. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767410 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 17:19:07 +0000 danskogirl 1767410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie: In addition to the Diamancel foot buffer recommended by texstyle, which I love for buffing rough skin, I also love the Diamancel foot file for calluses:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sephora.com/diamond-file-for-foot-calluses-20-P256430?skuId=1221555&amp;publisher_id=255779&amp;sub_publisher=g&amp;is_mobile=&amp;sub1=&amp;sub_keyword=&amp;sub_campaign=381463959&amp;sub_placement=&amp;gdevice=c&amp;gclid=CMH-9fOJuNECFQhrfgod-kMO4Q&amp;site=_search&amp;om_mmc=ppc-GG_381463959_27499861239_pla-181448046759_1221555_97594817079_9033309_c&amp;gmodel=&amp;country_switch=&amp;lang=en&amp;sub_ad=97594817079">http://www.sephora.com/diamond.....er_id=2557</a></p> <p>I have had both for years -- maybe more than a decade -- and they still work like new.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767402 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 16:32:56 +0000 El Cee 1767402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Meredith</b> -- I use a very similar recipe for homemade deodorant. The only additional ingredient I use is a drop or two of tea tree oil, which has antimicrobial properties. Homemade deodorant is so much healthier than the aluminum-laden products you find in the stores. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767401 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 16:30:08 +0000 carter 1767401@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great post! I see you've discovered TruSkin Vit C Serum as well. I love it too. I also use the Hyaluronic Acid at night. I've also found some sheet masks that meet my "no toxic chemicals" requirement. I'm using Andalou masks and really love them. If you know of other natural/organic sheet masks, I'd love to hear about them.</p> <p>On the nail front, I finally had my acrylics taken off just before Thanksgiving. In my quest to eliminate chemicals, I knew that would be one of the last things to go. Fortunately, around that time, JJSloane posted about a Zoya sale. Zoya offers 5-free and 10-free (meaning free of toxic chemicals) polishes and a great non-toxic remover. I'm loving their products, and my nails have recovered from 20 years of acrylics much faster than I expected. The current special is get four free polishes if you pay a $15 S&amp;H fee. Basically $3.75/bottle.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zoya.com/content/category/%20Zoya-Nail-Polish-Free-4-You-January-Promotion_FB_ZOYAFREE">http://www.zoya.com/content/ca.....B_ZOYAFREE</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767393 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 16:16:54 +0000 Suz 1767393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great idea, and especially when you live in Texas where the exposure can be drying. I was just about to book a manicure myself. I don't get one often though I do pedicures in summer, but I was feeling it might be nice to treat my dry hands.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767388 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 16:05:39 +0000 Meredith 1767388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sure! The lip balm is in process, but I'll let you know when I have a good result. The deodorant is:</p> <p>3 tsp coconut oil<br /> 2 tsp shea butter<br /> 2 tsp arrowroot powder<br /> 2 tsp baking soda</p> <p>Melt the oil/butter, stir in the dry ingredients. Thats it! I use a small spatula to remove from jar, rub it in, and wait 5-10 minutes before putting on my top. Deodorant seems to be such a personal thing, but this keeps me reasonably dry and definitely odor-free throughout the day and light exercise. I haven't put it to the test during a hard workout yet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767373 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:48:47 +0000 Angie 1767373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great thread, Tex. I LOVE well groomed feet. I need a suggestion for a great foot file, if you have one. (But not one that looks like a grater, IYKWIM).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767368 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:43:39 +0000 texstyle 1767368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Meredith - want to share your recipes for deodorant and lip balm? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767366 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:41:08 +0000 Meredith 1767366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the recommendation! I also try to avoid fragrance, so I look forward to trying your recipe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767362 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:32:33 +0000 Anonymous 1767362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Grooming this time of year as a diversion is an excellent idea. It also is time to get the body ready for warmer weather and more revealing clothing. I use a salt/oil scrub all over, but especially on feet to exfoliate and soften. Dry air also means tending to cuticles. I also like to buff my fingernails and could do toenails as well. It seems to stimulate circulation and, over time, strengthen the nails. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767361 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:31:51 +0000 texstyle 1767361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>chewyspaghetti - thanks, I'll look for it, but I thought I did buy organic cold pressed - it just smells sort of "soapy"</p> <p>Janet - I also recently started using a new vit. c serum on my face,neck and chest and I'm loving the results so far. My skin feels very soft once it dries too, which is nice. I've also given up wine and started weight training and clean eating again. Lots of fruit (esp. citrus) and little bread or pasta. Seems to all be helping the skin.</p> <p>Meredith - speaking of concocting products yourself, I've started making my own dishwasher soap and I love it!&nbsp; You use equal parts Arm &amp; Hammer Washing Soda and Borax, then half as much Citric Acid and Salt. It works REALLY well and leaves no perfume odor on my dishes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767358 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:25:40 +0000 Meredith 1767358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a cheap version of your buffer that I don't love. Might need to try the Dimancel. Usually I turn to cooking more complex recipes when I'm looking to fill time, but recently I've been concocting beauty products. I had surprising success with a natural deodorant. Next up is lip balm. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767357 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:21:08 +0000 Janet 1767357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I should get one of those Dimancels. I got a pedicure while I was on vacation since we ended up going to a tropical location for part of the time. I usually give my toes a break from polish during the winter, since they're almost always covered up in socks, but it is a nice treat to have them pampered and do a fun polish color in the winter. </p> <p>My skin is not happy lately -- a combination of stress and poor eating, I'm sure. I'm thinking of going for a facial and massage as a little treat. I do that maybe once every year or two. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767354 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:13:01 +0000 chewyspaghetti 1767354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you get cold pressed coconut oil it doesn't smell. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767353 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:09:21 +0000 texstyle 1767353@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>chewyspaghetti - I can see how the spinning ones could be good too. I just always hate replacing batteries so I go for the low tech. </p> <p>El Cee-&nbsp; - yes, coconut oil is great!&nbsp; I was using it on my hair and body a lot and then switched to jojoba oil just because the scent of the coconut oil was a little strong. But I think coconut oil is very healthy and I may try mixing it with another essential oil as well just to play around a bit with the scent. Vanilla coconut maybe....</p> <p>JAileen - I don't think I've ever heard of Aquaphor - I will look it up! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767351 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:03:28 +0000 JAileen 1767351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I put Aquaphor on my heels just before bed. It helps with the roughness. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767349 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:00:15 +0000 El Cee 1767349@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Foot buffers are fabulous tools. Just gave my husband a foot buffing set in his Christmas stocking, along with some special heel repair cream. This season I am personally into all-over body moisturizing and have been using coconut oil -- rubbing on a dab or two after getting out of the shower. I also use it on my feet. Yes... it does make me smell like a tropical drink, but I find that is kind of nice this time of year. Makes me feel like I am on a Caribbean vacation.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/grooming-your-feet---a-nice-diversion-from-hobby-shopping#post-1767348 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 14:58:18 +0000 chewyspaghetti 1767348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have one of those spinning buffers...I can't think of the name right now. It has a battery, and a cylindrical file that spins around. You use it on dry skin and it works great. It also has attachments for filing nails but I have never used those. </p>