(Updated 2026) Dry heels are one of the most common reasons  people come to see me in clinic. Sometimes it’s just a bit of rough or flaky skin around the heel area. But in other cases, the skin becomes chronically dry , starts to split, and forms painful cracks known as heel fissures . Heel fissures can be extremely sore and, if left untreated, can deepen and even bleed. That’s why it’s so important to treat dry heels early and keep on top of regular foot care. In this post,

(Updated 2026) Finding a truly effective foot cream can be overwhelming...especially if you’re dealing with dry skin, cracked heels, sensitive feet or heel fissures . As a podiatrist, one of the most common questions I’m asked in clinic is: “What foot cream would you recommend?” Below, I share three of the best foot creams , all of which I regularly recommend to patients in clinic and use myself. These creams are widely available in the UK and are suitable for everyday foot c