{"id":7408,"date":"2025-07-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/biofeet.novowebsite.eu\/2025\/07\/22\/foot-fungus-summer-risks-and-how-to-avoid-them\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T15:43:40","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T15:43:40","slug":"foot-fungus-summer-risks-and-how-to-avoid-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/2025\/07\/22\/foot-fungus-summer-risks-and-how-to-avoid-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Foot Fungus: Summer Risks and How to Avoid Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">When the heat intensifies, the feet become more exposed to the sun, sand, water, and humid public environments.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">High temperatures, increased perspiration, and the use of swimming pools, changing rooms, and public showers can create favorable conditions for the development of fungal infections. But why? <\/p>\n<h2>An environment favorable to foot fungus<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The skin on the feet is naturally thicker and can remain enclosed in closed or damp footwear for several hours.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Excessive perspiration and moisture accumulation can alter the skin&#8217;s natural balance, cause maceration between the toes, and create a more favorable environment for fungal proliferation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Contact with contaminated surfaces, especially when walking barefoot in changing rooms, swimming pools, and public showers, can also increase the risk of transmission.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">In this context, different conditions may arise:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Skin mycosis<\/strong>, caused by fungi and frequently associated with itching, scaling, or maceration<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onychomycosis<\/strong>, a fungal infection that can alter the color, thickness, or texture of the nails<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plantar warts<\/strong>, caused by the human papillomavirus, HPV<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fissures<\/strong>, associated with dryness, pressure, or loss of skin elasticity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Although they may be favored by similar contexts, these conditions have different origins and should not be confused. When in doubt, it is important to seek professional diagnosis. <\/p>\n<h2>Prevention is Care: Discover BioFeet\u00ae Technology<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">BioFeet\u00ae has developed an approach based on caring for the skin environment and controlling factors such as moisture, accumulation of dead cells, and skin imbalance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The products can be integrated into preventive or maintenance routines, or as a complement to protocols guided by a professional.<\/p>\n<h3>1. BioFeet\u00ae Drops: The Foundation of Care<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">With a selective keratolytic effect, BioFeet\u00ae Drops help naturally remove dead cells and reduce excess keratin layers without damaging healthy skin.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Its action contributes to:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Controlling excess keratin<\/li>\n<li>Supporting skin pH balance<\/li>\n<li>Preparing the skin and nails for subsequent care<\/li>\n<li>Complementing protocols associated with fungal infections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">It can be applied directly to localized areas, including nails with alterations, or in a foot bath when a more uniform application to extensive areas of the feet is desired.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">In a foot bath, 20 drops should be added to one liter of water, allowing it to act for 10 minutes, according to the usage instructions.<\/p>\n<h3>2. BioFeet\u00ae Powder: daily moisture control<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For those with excessive perspiration or who frequently wear closed footwear, <a href=\"https:\/\/biofeet.novowebsite.eu\/en\/product\/biofeet-foot-powder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BioFeet\u00ae Powder<\/a> helps control moisture accumulated on the feet, in socks, and inside shoes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">With a talc-free and aluminum-free formula, it allows:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Absorbing excess perspiration<\/li>\n<li>Reducing the sensation of moisture<\/li>\n<li>Providing a deodorizing action<\/li>\n<li>Supporting the balance of microbial flora<\/li>\n<li>Keeping the inside of footwear drier<\/li>\n<li>Improving comfort throughout the day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">It can be applied directly to clean, dry feet, on socks, or inside footwear, according to the instructions on the packaging.<\/p>\n<h3>3. BioFeet\u00ae Spray: simple and practical maintenance<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/biofeet.novowebsite.eu\/en\/product\/biofeet-foot-spray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BioFeet\u00ae Spray<\/a> can be integrated into a maintenance routine, helping to preserve skin balance and reduce factors associated with the recurrence of fungal infections.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Its practical application makes it suitable for regular use, especially after completing an initial routine or according to professional guidance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">It can be sprayed once or twice a day, following the usage instructions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><a href=\"https:\/\/biofeet.novowebsite.eu\/en\/product\/biofeet-foot-drops\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BioFeet\u00ae Drops<\/a> and BioFeet\u00ae Spray should not be used simultaneously. Each product should be integrated into a distinct phase of the routine. <\/p>\n<h2>Care to reduce the risk of foot fungus<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">During summer:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Wear flip-flops in changing rooms, swimming pools, and public showers<\/li>\n<li>Avoid walking barefoot in humid communal spaces<\/li>\n<li>Dry your feet carefully, especially between the toes<\/li>\n<li>Change socks whenever they become damp<\/li>\n<li>Alternate footwear and allow each pair to dry completely<\/li>\n<li>Do not share towels, socks, or footwear<\/li>\n<li>Avoid wearing wet footwear<\/li>\n<li>Moisturize dry areas, avoiding the spaces between the toes<\/li>\n<li>Regularly inspect the skin and nails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Hygiene and drying of the feet are essential, but do not replace the diagnosis or treatment of an established infection.<\/p>\n<h2>When to seek a professional?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Seek evaluation from a Podiatrist in the presence of:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Persistent itching<\/li>\n<li>Scaling on the sole or between the toes<\/li>\n<li>Maceration<\/li>\n<li>Painful fissures<\/li>\n<li>Changes in nail color or thickness<\/li>\n<li>Nail detachment<\/li>\n<li>Lesions suspected to be plantar warts<\/li>\n<li>Intense and persistent bad odor<\/li>\n<li>Rapid worsening<\/li>\n<li>Lack of improvement with usual care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">People with diabetes, circulatory disorders, or reduced sensitivity should seek professional advice in the presence of any lesion, fissure, or skin alteration.<\/p>\n<h2>Take care of your feet and protect your steps<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">With regular care and products suited to the skin&#8217;s needs, it is possible to reduce the factors that favor the appearance or recurrence of fungal infections.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The BioFeet\u00ae range provides different solutions for controlling keratin, moisture, and skin balance, allowing the routine to be adapted to each situation.<\/p>\n<p>Discover more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biofeet.pt\/\">www.biofeet.pt<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When the heat intensifies, feet are more exposed to the sun, sand, water\u2026 and unfortunately, also to fungi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":7409,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"rs_blank_template":"","rs_page_bg_color":"","slide_template_v7":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[202],"tags":[726,665,663,727,707,294],"class_list":["post-7408","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-foot-care","tag-biofeet-drops","tag-cracks","tag-fissures","tag-foot-perspiration","tag-foot-care","tag-prevention"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7408","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7408"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7408\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8854,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7408\/revisions\/8854"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7409"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7408"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7408"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/biofeet.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7408"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}