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Creams for cracked heels

Alexey Kryvenko, medical expert
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

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There are many different methods for getting rid of rough and cracked skin on the feet. These include affordable folk recipes and expensive salon products. In addition, almost any pharmacy chain has the opportunity to buy a medicinal cream for cracked heels. This is a very convenient external remedy, and, moreover, not very expensive. However, there are several dozen such creams - how to make the right choice and choose an inexpensive and effective drug? Perhaps our material will help you with this.

Indications for the use of creams for cracked heels

External creams and other remedies for cracked heels should be used in the following situations:

in case of excessive dryness of the skin surface on the feet, and especially in the heel area;
for advanced, rough, dry calluses (so-called " corns ");
for cracks in the skin;
for minor wounds and skin abrasions.

Most external preparations intended for use with cracked heels have restorative, antifungal and antimicrobial properties. Thanks to such means, cracks gradually tighten, the formation of calluses is prevented, the superficial skin layer is softened.

Creams for cracks can sometimes be used for preventive purposes.

Names of creams for cracked heels

Cream Healer
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Cream for cracks, actively moisturizes due to the presence of urea in the composition. Softens, heals wounds, eliminates the feeling of fatigue.
Using Creams for Cracked Heels During Pregnancy	Allowed for use in the absence of allergies to the components.
Contraindications for use	Tendency to allergic reactions.
Side effects	Not checked in.
How to use creams for cracked heels	Use once a day, after cleansing the skin, preferably at night.
Overdose	No observations.
Interactions with other drugs	Interactions have not been studied.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store at temperatures from +5 to +25°C for up to 2 years.

Cream First Aid
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Cream-balm with an active liposomal-emulsion complex, supplemented with natural plant components (oils, extracts, vitamins).
Using Creams for Cracked Heels During Pregnancy	Allowed under doctor's supervision.
Contraindications for use	Hypersensitivity to the ingredients of the product.
Side effects	Rarely – allergic reactions.
How to Use Creams for Cracked Heels	Use up to 3 times a day on clean skin of the heels until the problem is completely eliminated.
Overdose	Not recorded.
Interaction with other drugs	Not found.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store at temperatures from +5 to +25°C for up to 3 years.

Cream Fulex (Foolex)
Pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties	Healing cream for cracked heels. Contains soybean and coconut oils, urea, horse chestnut extract, menthol.
Using Creams for Cracked Heels During Pregnancy	Use only under medical supervision.
Contraindications for use	Tendency to allergies to the components of the cream.
Side effects	Allergic manifestations.
How to apply creams for cracked heels	Apply daily, 1-2 times, to dry and cleansed skin.
Possibility of overdose	Not marked.
Interactions with other medications	Not marked.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store at normal temperature for up to 2 years.

Scholl Cream
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	The cream contains urea, which promotes natural skin hydration. The product has a natural composition that helps restore the surface and deep layers of the skin. Provides an effect already during the first week of use.
Using Creams for Cracked Heels During Pregnancy	Allowed for use.
Contraindications for use	Use with caution in case of diabetes.
Side effects	The cream is hypoallergenic, no side effects have been detected.
How to use creams for cracked heels	Use for rubbing twice a day until cracks in the heels and calluses are eliminated.
Overdose	No information.
Interactions with other drugs	Not observed.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store at room temperature for up to 3 years.

Gevol Cream
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Medicinal cream, eliminates cracked heels, fights fungal infection. Eliminates itching.
Using Creams for Cracked Heels During Pregnancy	There are no recommendations for use without prior permission from a doctor.
Contraindications for use	Increased sensitivity of the body.
Side effects	Rarely – allergic reactions.
How to use creams for cracked heels	The cream is used daily, up to 3 times a day. The course of therapy is until complete recovery plus another 1 month to consolidate the effect.
Overdose	Impossible.
Interactions with other drugs	No information.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store in places inaccessible to children. Shelf life is 2 years.

Cream Zorka
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	A veterinary drug approved for external use to treat dry and cracked skin. The main component of the cream is Floralisin.
Using Creams for Cracked Heels During Pregnancy	There are no studies regarding the use of this cream during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Contraindications for use	Tendency to allergies.
Side effects	Allergic manifestations.
How to use creams for cracked heels	Apply the cream to dry and clean skin up to 2 times a day.
Overdose	Not described.
Interactions with other drugs	No information.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store under normal conditions for up to 2 years.

What are the most effective creams for cracked heels?

In fact, all of the listed creams have the expected positive effect if you follow the rules that will help you deal with the causes that caused cracks in your heels:

avoid wearing uncomfortable shoes, especially those without a back;
if necessary, use a special silicone pad under the heel area;
use moisturizers, do not allow the skin of your heels to dry out;
periodically, but not too often, exfoliate your feet;
review your diet to ensure you are getting enough vitamins;
establish a drinking regime: if there are no contraindications, it is advisable to drink 1.5-2 liters of water every day;
normalize the load on the lower limbs, do not overwork them.

If you follow all the above recommendations, and also regularly use any of the above creams for cracked heels, then in 2-3 weeks the long-awaited relief and healing will come. If the situation does not normalize, then it is recommended to consult a doctor: perhaps the reasons for the crack are a skin disease or a metabolic disorder, which may require additional treatment.