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Tired of going barefoot around the house but not sure if you want slippers or house shoes? Don't worry, we'll help you decide!

Are your comfy indoor slippers ready to handle the outdoors? Or do you need another pair? Find out why.

Our feet are under constant stress, especially as we age. But all of this pain can go away with a comfortable pair of slippers - because of these 6 benefits.

Searching for the perfect pair of indoor slippers is easier said than done; there are a LOT of choices. But are they better than a simple pair of loafers?

Now that it is nearly summertime it is time to get your feet ready for wearing sandals if you have not already. Before you expose your toes in public you will want to get them ready for show and there is a number of things that you need to do.

The first thing that you need to do is to get your feet in shape and this means removing any traces of old nail polishes. Once all of the old polish has been removed them you need to cut your nails and then file them back and this needs to be done in one direction so that you do not end up with jagged edges.  Use a buffer to ensure that all of the edges are smooth.

Check your feet for dry skin as you will want to get rid of any dry skin that you have. Use a foot file that is designed for dry skin. Whittle down the rough patches and calluses on the balls and heels of the feet. After filing off the dry skin use a special cream that is designed for keeping the feet soft and smooth, this is best used on the feet overnight.

The next job is to exfoliate using a grainy scrub and soak your feet in warm water. Whilst you are at it, you could also do your legs. Gently push the cuticles on your nails back and clean under the nail using an orange stick.

When it comes to applying polish to your newly cleaned nails start by using a base coat of your chosen nail polish. Applying a base coat will help the colour to remain for longer and it will also help to protect the nails. Once the base coat has dried then apply two thin coats of your preferred colour and then allow them twenty minutes to dry. It is best to refresh the nail polish every couple of day by applying a new layer.

When you are wearing sandals in the summer months then make a point of applying some sunscreen to the top of the feet to avoid getting sunburn. The top part of the foot is an area that will be exposed to the sun which is not used to such exposure, therefore, it will be more prone to burning. By following these few simple steps then you will have lovely feet to show off whilst wearing sandals during the summer.

 

We all need to take better care of our feet. It is our feet which take us from one place to the next after all; ask any teacher or waitress who spends all day on their feet - sore feet can really ruin your day. There is also nothing worse than waking up in the morning with sore or swollen feet. This is why Foamtreads, a leader in foam footwear technology, use memory foam in our slippers.

But what exactly is memory foam and how does it benefit us? To us at Foamtreads, memory foam means that we remember when we were the first and only brand using memory foam in our slippers! Memory foam was originally developed in the United States of America for the space program in the 1960s, but the design was never used by NASA. The creation didn’t go to waste, though, as it soon developed a following in the medical community. Today it is used in everything from mattresses to slippers. The chemicals added to the polyurethane change the density of the foam which makes it very unique.

When the foam is cold, it becomes very rigid. However, once it warms up it turns into a more pliable material. This means that memory foam can instantly change shape once warm. This trait interested medical professionals, who quickly realized that this could help a lot of people. For example, adding a memory foam topper to a mattress for a patient who is bedridden dramatically lowers the amount of pressure sores which they will suffer.

In the same way that memory foam can help relieve discomfort for bedridden patients, it can help people who suffer from foot pain. A lot of house slippers might offer warmth, but very few offer any support. Memory foam provides both comfort and support as it immediately conforms to the shape of your foot.

At Foamtreads, we have even taken it one step further. We know that you need support outside of the house as well. This is why we have a range of outdoor slippers as well. With more than five decades experience in the industry, you are in superb hands (or feet).

Even though Foamtreads are for absolutely everyone, we have a specialty line called Foameds. These were purpose designed to help people with health concerns, which affect their feet and their ability to move. With Foameds, you can move comfortably in good looking shoes!