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Relief for Blistered Feet
Do your feet suffer from blisters whenever you go hiking or play sports? Try a little antiperspirant. According to a recent study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, those who applied prescription-strength antiperspirant to their feet for three consecutive nights before a long hike had significantly fewer blisters than those who used a placebo.
Although prescription-strength anti-perspirant was used in the study, many study participants found it caused irritation. Instead, try a regular strength anti-perspirant to see if it helps you cut back on blisters, which are caused when socks or shoes rub against moist skin. Also, remember to change your socks if your feet feel damp and consider wearing socks made from polypropylene, which draws moisture away from the skin.
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