QV Feet Heel Balm - 50g
QV
$10.39
QV Heel Balm is formulated with an effective blend of an alpha hydroxy acid and rich moisturisers to revive the appearance of dry and cracked heels. By exfoliating dead and dry skin, QV Heel Balm will leave even the roughest of feet feeling soft and smooth.
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QV Heel Balm, 50g. An alpha hydroxy acid blended with rich moisturisers for dry and cracked heels. Urea free, which is the distinguishing feature against most heel products.
Why cracked heels need exfoliation, not just moisture
Cracked heels are a thickened, hardened layer of dead skin that has lost flexibility and split under load. Moisturiser alone softens the surface but does not remove the build-up, so the cracks keep reopening every time you walk.
An alpha hydroxy acid loosens the bonds between dead cells so that layer sheds, while the moisturisers work on what is underneath. Both halves are needed, which is why a general body cream usually disappoints on heels.
A urea free heel balm, and why that matters
Most heel products use urea as the keratolytic. It works well, but it stings on skin that is already split and some people cannot tolerate it. An alpha hydroxy acid formulation is the alternative worth knowing about if urea has not suited you.
Getting results with a heel balm
Apply the heel balm consistently rather than occasionally: heel skin is thick and turns over slowly, so this is a weeks-long routine, not an overnight one. Apply at night, and socks afterwards help keep it in contact rather than on the sheets. Address the cause too, since open-backed shoes, standing all day and very dry environments all drive it.
Cracked heels are not a cosmetic issue for everyone. If you have diabetes, peripheral neuropathy or poor circulation, foot skin breaks are a genuine risk and should be assessed by a podiatrist or doctor rather than self-treated. Seek advice promptly for deep fissures, bleeding, pain on walking, redness spreading, or any sign of infection.
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Specifications
| Brand | QV, by Ego Pharmaceuticals |
| Actives | Alpha hydroxy acid with rich moisturisers |
| Urea | Urea free |
| Size | 50g |
| For | Dry and cracked heels |
QV Heel Balm FAQs
Why does ordinary moisturiser not fix cracked heels?
Because the problem is a thickened layer of hardened dead skin, not just dryness. Moisturiser softens the surface but does not remove the build-up, so the cracks reopen with every step.
What does the alpha hydroxy acid do?
It loosens the bonds between dead skin cells so that hardened layer sheds, while the moisturisers work on the skin underneath. Exfoliation plus moisture, rather than either alone.
Is it urea free?
Yes. Most heel products use urea, which works but can sting on split skin and does not suit everyone. This is the alternative if urea has not worked for you.
How long before a heel balm makes a difference?
Weeks rather than days, applied consistently. Heel skin is thick and turns over slowly. Applying at night with socks over the top keeps it in contact.
I have diabetes. Can I use it?
Speak to your podiatrist or doctor first. With diabetes, neuropathy or poor circulation, any break in foot skin carries real risk and warrants proper assessment rather than self-treatment.
When should I see someone about my heels?
Deep fissures, bleeding, pain on walking, spreading redness or any sign of infection. Also if there is no improvement after consistent use over several weeks.
Always read the label and use only as directed. Seek professional advice for foot skin problems if you have diabetes, neuropathy or poor circulation, and for any sign of infection. This information is a general guide and is not medical advice.
| Brand | QV |
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