Feet are a breeding ground for dead skin and bacteria, which is why it’s super important to spend time cleaning them in the shower. Feet are easy to forget about or ignore in our hygiene routine. Especially when so much time is spent washing our hair, shaving, singing – you name it. But because our toes sweat in our socks and shoes all day, they’re ripe for odors and bacteria. Plus, your feet develop calluses over time that can be hard to get rid of. To combat all this, we searched high and low for the best foot scrubbers, callus removers and foot files on the market to ensure your feet are getting the attention and care they deserve.
Of course, getting your feet nice and clean isn’t easy for everyone. Factors such as mobility, health conditions, and even time constraints can make it difficult for some to wash their feet properly in the shower. In order to level the playing field, we decided to get to work finding the best scrubbers to get the job done.
Because we here at AOL are absolutely clean-feet advocates, we tasked our research team (myself included) with testing multiple types and styles of foot scrubbers (for use both in the shower and out). Keep reading to learn about our faves, the ones that left our heels and toes squeaky clean and silky smooth.
meidong
Our testers not only loved the Meidong Silicone Shower Foot Scrubber, but it’s also been a personal favorite of mine for over two years. Even my 11-year-old son loves it. The silicon bristles are gentle yet effective and offer a massaging effect while cleaning your feet. It’s also important to note this foot scrubber offers a much safer cleaning experience than plastic bristle foot scrubbers that can scratch and injure skin. Another feature that sets this apart from many of the others we tested is the top brush, which allows for both sides to be cleaned simultaneously. I also found the suction cups on the bottom to be the most powerful of all products I tested, offering more safety and stability to its users.
Allstar Innovations
The Fresh Feet Foot Scrubber With Pumice Stone won top marks with our testers. The bottom of the scrubber has suction cups that help keep it in place while you stand and gently rub your feet back and forth over hundreds of tiny scrubbers. The side wings offer extra support and stability that many of the other products we tested lacked. We also loved that it pulled up relatively easily for rinsing after use and hanging to dry. While the Fresh Feet scrubber does a great job on the sides and bottom of your tootsies, it does not wash the tops without creative twisting and turning on your part. We also want to mention that while the pumice stone at the base is a nice touch, if you rub your heel or another part of your foot too aggressively, the stone will break off.
New Product Solutions
This extra long two-and-a-half foot wand is aces for cleaning the tops of your feet and in between toes, and with a little twisting and turning, the bottoms of your feet too. The extra large pumice stone is a great addition that helps exfoliate away dead skin on the heels and bottom of feet. One of our testers said the pumice stone «scrubbed away layers of dry skin» without breaking free from the wand or breaking into pieces. We also like the built-in hook for easy hanging after use. Its ergonomic design make it a great option for those with mobility, stability or flexibility concerns.
Soft Touch
The Soft Touch Mask comes with two plastic booties filled with an exfoliating gel that soaks into dry, cracked, callused feet. You will leave the booties on for about an hour and within a week or two, your skin will begin to peel off, revealing soft, smooth uncracked heels. One of our testers said, «Your skin literally sheds, and while it’s amazing, it’s also really disgusting.» I 100% have to agree with how effective yet disgusting the process is. If you know what you’re getting into and are okay with the sight of copious dead skin, these are well worth your time and money!
Aimiduo
If you’ve ever had a pedicure, you know how effective foot files can be. These can be used in the shower and are a great alternative to foot peels since all it takes is a few strokes of one of these files to remove layers of dry, cracked, bacteria-ridden skin in minutes. This kit offers three file sizes and boasts over 6,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. Having tried both foot peels and files, I reach for my file before a peel. It’s easy to use, much less messy, and incredibly effective on the gnarliest skin.
HONOMA
Offering a long curved handle, soft bristles on one side, and loofa sponge on the other, this scrubber is perfect for people with sensitive skin and diabetics prone to foot injuries. The soft bristles gently clean in between the toes and cracks on the heels, while the gentle loofah offers an all-over clean for both tops and bottom of the feet. And at under $10, it’s a steal!
Foot scrubbers come in all shapes and sizes, but there are other methods of cleaning and resurfacing feet that could be more effective for you. Here’s what to look out for.
Method: Look for a foot scrubber that exfoliates dead skin and calluses. There are foot scrubbers that achieve this, files and also chemical peels. Choose a method you’re most comfortable with.
Material: Scrubbing your feet is something you do to clean them and improve the overall health of your skin. With that in mind, look for scrubbers made with materials that won’t cause additional irritation or harm to your skin.
Design and comfort: Chances are you won’t use a scrubber if it’s a pain to operate. When choosing, we looked for scrubbers with an ergonomic design and comfortable grip for ease of use.
Hygiene: Hygiene is important and it’s the whole reason you want to clean your feet in the first place. So look for a scrubber that’s easy to clean after use to prevent bacteria growth.
