Frequently Asked Questions

Cracked heels primarily result from dehydration and friction, which happens when dry, brittle skin splits under pressure from standing or walking in open shoes. It is especially important for people living with diabetes to use a dedicated heel balm to prevent severe dry skin complications.

A high-quality heel balm is designed to deeply penetrate and intensely hydrate rough, dry skin, which is essential for repairing the skin barrier. They often use concentrated moisturising ingredients, like Urea, to soften the skin and restore its flexibility.

The best heel balms should start working very quickly by delivering high levels of moisture to the damaged skin. For Dermal Therapy Heel Balm, clinical testing proves that you’ll often see visible and noticeable softening results in as little as 3 days.

Consider a heel balm that’s recommended by a podiatrist and safe for sensitive skin. Dermal Therapy Heel Balm is a popular choice because its 25% Urea formula repairs dryness and supports the regeneration of your skin’s protective barrier.

Yes, Dermal Therapy Heel Balm is specifically formulated to be diabetes friendly and is often recommended for use on conditions like diabetic anhidrosis. Its concentrated 25% Urea formula provides the intense hydration and moisturising barrier required to protect and soften sensitive skin.

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