How is this cream different from an ordinary moisturising foot cream? — Horse Chestnut and Field Horsetail Foot Cream 250ml - Home Doctor

An ordinary moisturising foot cream is primarily about softening and nourishing the skin, especially on the heels and soles, which are prone to dryness. Its main aim is to restore the skin's barrier properties and prevent flaking.

This cream is formulated differently. Its key ingredients, horse chestnut extract, field horsetail, menthol and camphor, are aimed at giving a feeling of tone and freshness after physical exertion or a long day on your feet. The cooling effect of menthol and camphor is felt immediately after application and makes the procedure noticeably different from applying a standard cream.

At the same time, the oil-based, softening base of the formula still provides basic skin care: it reduces dryness and makes application comfortable. In other words, the cream combines a toning and a softening action, but its main ‘speciality’ is the feeling of lightness, not deep nourishment.

If your main aim is to deal with rough skin on the heels or severe dryness, it may be worth adding a separate nourishing product to your routine. If, however, you are looking for a cream that will help your legs ‘rest’ after exertion and give a pleasant coolness, this option is suited to exactly that.