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If you’ve neglected your feet since last summer, these products can swoop in and save the day.

The weather is finally starting to warm up, which only means one thing – it's about to be sandal season! If you're looking to refresh your feet before slipping into your fave pair, I'm delighted to introduce you to these must-have scrubs, soaps, masks, and more essentials that'll have your heels and toes looking smoother and softer than ever. Although I should warn you, there are some pretty intense before-and-after photos ahead — but they're oddly satisfying!

If you want some exfoliation, try rubbing it in with a well-loved exfoliating mitt.

Promising review: "I've used foot mask booties in the past that take a few days to work and then your feet are peeling for days which is a bit unsightly. I bought this spray based on the reviews and it did not disappoint. A few spritzes and some gentle massaging with a non-abrasive foot file and the results were astounding. I can't believe how much skin came off and how smooth my feet are after no more than five minutes." —Brenda W.

Get it from Amazon for $6.89 (also available in packs of two and three, and also in a bundle with a buffer and scrubber tool).

Promising review: "Do not hesitate to try this product if you have a hard skin problem on your feet. It takes a few days to see a difference, but now I can see a change. Just like that, the skin on my pinky toe is not rock solid anymore. Bye bye, pain — and I am not joking." —Majda

Promising review: "My feet used to be horribly dry, itchy, and cracked with thick calluses. I started using Baby Foot every couple of months a year ago, and my feet are now soft and smooth. Make sure to soak your feet before using and then again at least once a few days later. I leave the booties on for longer than the instructions, usually around two hours. It doesn’t burn or irritate my skin. A few days later, the top layer of skin starts peeling all over. It’s REALLY gross-looking, so make sure you don’t need to show your feet for about two weeks! The results are amazing, so it’s totally worth it! Calluses improve dramatically with one treatment but bad calluses may need a couple of treatments to go away. Make sure to wait at least two weeks before using again. I’ve recommended to all my friends and family. Seems to work for all skin types." —Mostly Maven

Just presoak your feet, apply the gel, let sit for 5–10 minutes, and rinse! It's recommended you go back in afterward with a foot file just to make sure no residue or dead skin is left behind.

Promising review: "I have the driest heels, and this is the ONLY product that has ever worked. Before I used this, my heels had some pretty deep cracks, and now they're almost baby-soft again. BUT please follow the directions...left it on my super-dry, thick-callused heels for only three minutes, and the calluses were literally melting off! Wonderful product! So glad I don't have to go soak my feet in those tubs at the nail salon anymore." —Kiki

Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in three formulas and a pack of two).

Promising review: "I'm so thankful I found this product. About four years ago I developed a hard callus on my left foot that felt like a hard frozen pea. It would be so painful if it got bumped and all I could do was soak it and take layers off but it just seemed the entire thing would never be 100% gone. I am outdoors a lot and I needed my heels done too. Not only does this smooth out my heels but it took off that hard callus effortlessly. My feet feel so nice and I am just shocked and happy. Do not hesitate buying. I have tried SO many things and truly cannot thank this company enough for making this product." —Julie

Promising review: "Smells amazing, makes my feet very soft, and even after working all day and working out at the gym, this stuff works, making sure your feet smell amazing!!" —Rominegia A.

Promising review: "After a cabin trip with the girls, I noticed my feet were rougher than they had ever been. I'm talking discoloration and the hardest skin on my heels I've ever experienced.

I ordered this wash in an attempt to get my feet back to their normal selves. I am so happy I did! My feet started to look and feel better after a few days of use. They are slowly but surely getting back to their former glory lol. If you want a foot wash that works then look no further than this product. You will not be disappointed." —LaLaHappy

Get it from Amazon for $9.29 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "Obsessed with this scrubby soap already! The perfect mix of creamy soap and just enough sponge in it to scrub away!" —Mandy W.

Joan's Gardens Soap is a small Etsy shop based in Daggett, Michigan.

Get it from Joan's Gardens Soap on Etsy for $6.50.

Promising review: "I wasn't really sure what to expect, to be completely honest. However, it was much better than I hoped for, the scrub action is superb. It's easy to place in the tub and the soap adheres nicely, scrubbing while massaging the foot at the same time. I was very pleasantly surprised." —Sofia 

Get it from Amazon for $15.29+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "OMG, these should be standard issue to every human. I’ve bought them all: the cheap foot files, the expensive ones, the Ped Egg, and even a foot file from that direct sales nail wrap company. None of those remotely compares to this one. I thought I was reduced to course heels forever; no more! With just one use, my heels are fabulous! The callouses this thing removed was absolutely disgusting, but I couldn’t be happier. You won’t be disappointed!!" —JMart

Promising review: "I'm not kidding, this is literally the best foot file ever. I recently moved to a drier climate and have been struggling with dry skin on my feet, and nothing worked until now. I've tried pumice stones before, but they did not even come close to the results I got with this foot file. It is super easy to use and comfortable to hold, with a sturdy handle and just the right amount of grit. It exfoliates really well without hurting at all. I tested it on one foot after soaking in warm water, and one foot dry. I definitely preferred using it after soaking because my results were much better, but I love that it also works great on dry skin with no issues. I also love that it is reusable and easy to clean. My feet have honestly never felt this soft since moving to this climate, not even after a pedicure. I am so excited to keep using this product." —Dana

Promising review: "These are amazing! Rough, dry feet come out feeling like the proverbial baby's butt. The very first time! I love them." —MsMac

Get a pack of five masks from Amazon for $30.

To use, simply slide them on your feet like socks, secure them with the adhesive tape band at the top, keep them on for 30 minutes, then remove and rub in any remaining treatment. And please note that this product is not meant to be used on blistered skin.

Check out a TikTok of the foot masks in action. 

Promising review: "This product kind of blew my mind! We spent five days in Disney on our feet for at least 12 hours a day. After putting these on my feet, it was so relieving. They instantly soothe the soreness in your feet, and when we got ready to walk around the parks for another day, my feet felt more refreshed and not as sore, so it made the day a lot more enjoyable! It is like putting a [bag] of Icy Hot on your feet, so just be prepared for the warming sensation. It's a weird feeling at first, but then it takes the pain away and is so worth it!" —Chandler B.

Get a set of three pairs from Amazon for $11.97. 

Read more about how lidocaine may help with pain relief at the Mayo Clinic. And please note that this product is not meant to be used on blistered skin.

Promising review: "Wow. I was miserable at work. I bought everything I could think of to help with the intense foot pain from standing up at work. This was one of the products, and now I can’t go without it! It works. I just ordered another one because I’m low on mine. I use it every night and hour before clocking in at work and even forget how my feet used to hurt until I get home, and I’m like, 'Wait a second, my feet didn’t hurt.' I’m not kidding when I say this is It! Amazing product!" —Amazon Customer 

Promising review: “I tried EVERYTHING! I tried tree tea oil for years and various different products. Nothing worked. The reviews were so great on this that I decided to try to cure it one more time. But when you have had a condition for 35 years, you aren’t too hopeful! I followed the suggestions of some of the reviewers and cut my toenails (I only had it on my big toes) everywhere that the fungus was present. I started applying this gel, which is super easy to use. I swear to you that I noticed a difference after one application.” —WIAPilot 

Get it from Amazon for $19.97 (also available with nail files).

Promising review: "I have battled problems with my feet for over 25 years. Due to my obsessive running, I had infections and cracked feet that were painful. I have spent thousands of dollars with doctors trying to heal my feet. After the doctors did all they could do, my feet were better, but I could not completely eliminate the dryness and cracking. I have tried dozens of creams, pedicures, rasping, wrapping, and on and on. After one month with this cream, my feet look normal. Because of my schedule, I put the cream on after my morning shower and then put my socks on for the day. After 25 years, I have normal feet! I wanted to share this information with others like me who have struggled with their feet like I have. Give it a try!" —E. H. Jones

Get it from Amazon for $8.92+ (available in two sizes and also available in packs of two and 12).

Promising review: "This is the only product that works for my disgusting dry cracked heels and believe me, I've tried a ton of different things!! This is thick, almost like a Vaseline consistency and when you apply it, definitely put on cotton socks because it takes a little while to soak into your skin. I do this at night and sleep in my socks and after one night I saw dramatic changes. I've been using it nightly for a few weeks and my dry cracked heels are GONE!! I love this stuff!!" —Ellen S.

Get it from Amazon for $8.84 (available in two formulas and various packs).

Promising review: "I had a stubborn wart that I had tried to get rid of for years. I was about to give up and go to a doctor when I discovered these. I put them on before bed and on the last two days kept them on all day. Today I was filing the wart down (which I did every day with this treatment) and I noticed a crack at the bottom. **Warning! Kinda gross** I was able to pull out the entire wart! I was left with a circular wound on my finger and I was left holding the wart! I'm so shocked and amazed since it's only been four days! I 100% would recommend this to everyone." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "These patches have really helped with the comfort of my feet! I hate that I get corns, but the quality of these patches have truly helped! My calluses and my corns have definitely gone down from using this product! The is great for the amount of money spent!" —Iva

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in various bundles).

Promising review: "I have really, REALLY problem feet and I've tried everything in an attempt to curb the super dry, thick, cracked skin that builds up and creates a serious health hazard. When my feet start cracking and bleeding, it is difficult to walk and being a diabetic, this is potentially a serious health threat. These moisturizing gel toe socks are the best remedy that I have found, and the 5 toe design address all the areas where other remedies have failed." —Linda H.

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I used these socks with Dr. Scholl's severe cracked heel balm, every night for the first week and then on and off for the next few weeks. Photos (shown above) are about three weeks apart. My heels had deep, painful cracks that would occasionally bleed, and now they're almost gone." —Manuel C. 

Get two pairs from Amazon for $14.99 (available in regular or wide widths, five colors, and two fabric choices).

Here's why my BuzzFeed Shopping colleague Emma Lord loves this thing: "Hello, my toenails are problem children for two reasons: One is that they're kinda thick, the other is that I'm a long-distance runner, which doesn't play nice with toenails. I bought this recently, and the difference it made immediately was ENORMOUS. Like, I usually dread approaching my big toenails because they are so thick, but these painlessly and seamlessly lobbed the tops right off; I was also able to ~gently correct~ a toenail that was starting to get ingrown and help cut down a dead toenail that needed trimming but would have been painful to approach with a regular clipper."

Promising review: "We bought this for our teen grandson to use for an ingrown toenail because he was not able to go to a nail salon that he trusted to fix this problem. It worked perfectly. He was so pleased with the result, as it took care of his painful problem! Thank you for making a fantastic product. Every household should own one!" —T.S.

Promising review: "I have used my Foot Spa and when I am done… I feel absolutely like I am in heaven. It is so relaxing on my tired feet. When it is time to clean and put it away - easy peezy. I just pour out the water, rinse, and wipe it down. It would make a wonderful gift!" —Margaret

Promising review: "These are great for a relaxing, refreshing foot soak. They smell amazing and feel great on tired tootsies." —Shauna H.

Forever Summer Soaps is a small Etsy shop based in Ortonville, Michigan.

Get a set of six from Forever Summer Soaps on Etsy for $9 (also available in a pack of 12).

Read more about how an epsom salt soak or bath can help with foot pain and soreness at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I work at Home Depot and walk almost 5 miles a day. My feet have made me miserable. They had been hurting, dry, and cracked. I shopped the pharmacies at Whole Foods, Kroger, and others for foot remedies and none of them — even the expensive ones —did not work. I soaked my feet for thirty minutes in this Tea Tree Foot Soak and there was immediate relief. I held my breath the next day to see if it would last, and for the first time in years I made it through an entire shift with no pain. I look forward to soaking my feet at night ... as a bonus, it is wonderfully relaxing and I have been falling into deep and relaxing sleep." —David A.

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five formulas).

Promising review: "I never realized how curved and not-OK my toenails were. I thought the pain I had was just normal and a fact of life. Only when I read about the Curve Correct product did I realize that I had a major problem that could be resolved! Now I'm on the way to normal, flat toenails that DON'T grow curved into my skin!" —Jamie H.

Promising review: "This is an unbelievable product! I work 12-hour shifts in the hospital and need protection for the corn on my left great toe. I purchased the size large and it fit well. Underneath my socks and athletic shoes, I completely forgot I was wearing it — bonus! The silicone is very soft and flexible and cleans easily. The product is priced well for the quality and quantity (six) that is provided. Each toe cap is packaged individually in the bag so the order can be shared with others if desired. I would absolutely recommend this since it has held up quite well for the 17 hours I often have it on (from the time I wake up until I am back from my shift). Cleans and dries easily and has maintained its shape." —LJ

ZenToes is a small business specializing in foot products to help with fast pain relief.

Get a set of six from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three sizes and four colors).

This should be applied at night, and the antiperspirant effect builds with each use!

Promising review: "Bought this for my boyfriend who is on his feet all day and was always complaining about how sweaty his feet got. He usually had to bring at least one extra pair of socks to change into during the day. He also had to buy shoes more often because of how they smell. It would be impossible for us to get out the smell. Since he began using this product, he can't believe how dry his feet stay ALL day. His socks don't even smell after a full day of work. He's now obsessed and it's become a part of his daily routine." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available with an applicator). 

Promising review: "I had no idea I would need the in-shower lotion and foot spray this much! Both are amazing, and their usefulness is immediately noticed during the first use!" —Johnny/Victoria Carn

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The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.