Can You Use Tallow Balm on Your Feet?

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Yes. Feet, and heels in particular, are one of the most common places people reach for a balm. We’ve covered the face and lips. Feet are simpler: a little balm, a pair of socks, and a few good habits.

Why feet feel dry and rough

• Cold, dry weather
• Walking barefoot
• Long, hot showers
• Open-backed shoes, or shoes that don’t fit well

The skin on your heels and soles is thicker than on most of your body, so it can take a little more balm and a little more patience.

The best time to apply

1. Keep showers to about five to ten minutes, in warm water, and wash with a gentle cleanser.
2. Pat your feet dry gently.
3. Within a few minutes, while your skin is still slightly damp, warm a small amount of balm in your hands.
4. Press it into your heels, soles, and the sides of your feet.

You can add a little more whenever your feet feel dry during the day. On the road, our guide to traveling with tallow balm covers packing a small amount.

Cotton socks overnight

Bedtime is an easy time for feet. Press in a slightly thicker layer of balm, then pull on a pair of clean cotton socks. The socks keep the balm on your feet and off your sheets while you sleep. In the morning, put on fresh socks and save the balm for after your next shower.

Gentle exfoliation

Some people like to smooth rough skin from time to time. If you do, keep it gentle:

• Use a scrub, brush, or pad with light, small motions
• Rinse with lukewarm water, not hot
• Never exfoliate over open cuts or sunburned skin
• Apply balm right afterward
• Don’t overdo it, since too much can leave skin red

Mind slippery floors

Balm on bare soles can make tile, wood, and the bottom of the tub slick.

• Apply it sitting down
• Put on socks before you walk anywhere
• Wipe up any balm that lands on the floor

When to check with a professional

• If the skin on your feet is painful or bleeding, see a doctor or podiatrist
• If dryness doesn’t improve after a few weeks, check in with a dermatologist
• If you have diabetes, ask your doctor about foot care before starting a new routine

For people with diabetes, the American Diabetes Association advises checking your feet every day and not putting creams or oils between your toes.

FAQ

Can I use it on my feet every day?

Yes. Many people apply a little after a shower and again before bed. Use as much or as little as your feet need.

Will it get on my sheets?

It can, since it’s fat and oil. Cotton socks overnight help, and a pair you don’t mind getting a little balm on is a good idea.

Which jar should I use on my feet?

Any jar works. If you prefer unscented, choose Au Naturel. If you enjoy scent, you can compare every jar in the grass-fed tallow balm collection.

Your hands can follow the same routine; read nightly care for dry, cracked hands, or try Au Naturel.