Blistershield/ foot care question

[poohkinandpiglet]

I know this has been posted before but I couldn't find it using the search option.

What's the best foot powder/lotion or spray to prevent blisters and keep feet more comfortable? Where do you buy it?

This is the last item on my packing list!

 

[Amirah95]

Is this the thread you were looking for? This is the only one I can remember regarding keeping feet moisture free.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=610291&highlight=+shower++feet++moisture

 

[Twigs]

Check out this thread about using duct tape! I don't think I could ever do that to my feet, but the people who have tried it swear it works.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=610125&highlight=+duct++tape++blisters

 

[Amirah95]

The whole duct tape thing is interesting. I wouldn't put it on my feet though. Try to find some shoes that won't hurt you.

 

[eeyore kelly]

I'm a Scout leader, who has led hikes, and happy feet are my game.

1. Wear great-not good-but great tennis shoes. Make sure they are not heavy, because at the end of the day they will feel like they weigh 4 times more than in the morning.

2. Wear two pairs of socks that fit. Not too tight, and don't look like snow shoes. Pair 1 -closest to the feet- sock liners or thin cotton socks. Pair 2- closest to the shoe- thick socks made for walking/hiking. I love thorlos socks. You can get them made for any weather and the materials are wonderful. (God sent down Thorlos from heaven just like manna). Let me warn you- you will pay for Thorlos greatness.

3. Moleskin (Actual Moles were not harmed in process). Buy it at Wal-Mart (comes in squares to cut to size). Great for hot spot. If blister forms, lance blister with needle, cover with gauze, moleskin on top. Moleskin-not bandaids.

4. Scotchguard shoes against water. Works for small splashes, not drenching. Since you will be WDW, and your feet will probably get denched, I suggest bringing extra footwear. Socks and shoes, and stowing it in a locker. Once the feet get wet, all the amazing magic in your shoes and socks goes into hibernation.

Now, I will get off my soapbox.

 

[beattyfamily]

There is Bodyglide, which looks like deoderant, it's for chafing and blisters and I've used it and like it.

Then I heard about Blistershield here and bought that but I haven't used it at WDW yet but will be packing it. It's more liquidy than Bodyglide...it's a round roll on. They also carry a Blistershield powder too which another poster raved about! I didn't buy the powder.

Then there is also an anti-blister and chafing balm made by Avon. I bought this but have not used it yet at WDW. It comes in a tub. It smell fresh and minty.

I will be bringing them all and see which works best.

Of course, I also bring moleskins, and bandaids. I also wear sandals now and no longer try sneakers as I always got blisters with sneakers no matter what I tried.

I did not get blisters on my last 2 trips.

I got Bodyglide at REI and I got Blistershield at a Sports store and I got the Avon stuff online.

 

[Amirah95]

Hey Kelly, GS Leader of Junior Troop# 617 (New Jersey-- Washington Rock Council) here! Good to see a fellow scout leader on board!

 

[eeyore kelly]

Nice to see a fellow Scout. Grew up in Girl Scouts (Silver Award). Now in Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. Hopefully daughter will get bit by Girl Scout Bug Soon. Have a need to wear green.