Dr. Scholl's electric callus remover has become a cherished part of one HuffPost writer's body care routine, completely transforming the look and feel of painfully cracked heels and callused toes. Priced at $12 on Amazon and Walmart, this device offers a powerful solution for those struggling with supremely dry feet.
How It Works
The device features a rotating roller head that sloughs off dead, hard skin in moments. It is easy to manipulate and works quickly, making it far more effective than traditional foot files. The spinning head is removable for easy cleaning, and the device comes with four AAA batteries, ready to use immediately. Users are advised to use it over a tub or towel, as dead skin flies off during use.
User Reviews
Shopper Stephanie H said it "worked miracles on my dry, cracking heels that no amount of daily feet care (foot scrubbers, files, etc) and lotion could do." Another reviewer, Marie, noted it "files down the calluses perfectly" and is great for use between pedicures. An Amazon customer with thyroid disease reported that after trying many manual interventions, this product made feet soft without scrubbing. Melanie S. exclaimed, "I have NEVER had feet this soft." A 70-year-old diabetic user found it excellent and gentle for removing hard areas on heels and feet. Runners appreciated its effectiveness on calluses, and a user with a fused big toe found it reduced thick calluses without pain.
Impact on Pedicures
The electric callus remover has all but eliminated the need for pedicures, as the results are more long-lasting and effective. The small and powerful motor allows users to adjust pressure by pressing harder or softer into the foot. Following up with a rich lotion, such as Weleda Skin Food, helps preserve the results.
Complementary Products
HuffPost also recommends exfoliating foot masks and gels to complement the electric callus remover. A two-pair exfoliating foot mask set uses all-natural ingredients to exfoliate rough, cracked feet, available in fragrances like peach, rose, and lavender for $20. The Baby Foot exfoliating foot mask, priced at $25, contains a blend of lactic, malic, glycolic, and salicylic acids to slough off dead skin, with soothing leaf extracts and hydrating oils. A professional-strength callus-removing gel, an $8 top-seller with over 40,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, treats cracked heels and calluses by adding moisture and removing dead skin.
