How to Treat Bunions With Foot Soaks

That bony protrusion on the outside of your big toe, is often referred to as a bunion. Bunions can be inherited or can form as a consequence of poorly fitting shoes. While bunion removal may require surgery, you can treat your bunions by soaking them.

Things You'll Need

• Large bowl or bin
• Stones
• Epsom salts
• Peppermint extract
• Tea tree oil
• Towel
• Lotion

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Instructions

• 1

  Take out a large bowl or bin to use as a foot bath. Alternatively, consider purchasing an electric foot bath that heats water and has a whirlpool feature.

• 2

  Put a layer of stones on the bottom of your foot bath. The stones massage your feet naturally.

• 3

  Fill the tub with enough warm water to cover your ankles. Add 1/2 cup Epsom salts to the water.

• 4

  Place 5 drops of peppermint extract and 3 drops of tea tree oil in the water. Use your hand to mix the water.

• 5

  Soak your feet in the water. Turn on the whirlpool feature if available. Rub the soles of your feet over the stones.

• 6

  Remove your feet after 15 minutes of soaking. Dry feet with a warm towel.

• 7

  Massage your feet with moisturizing lotion to prevent dryness. Repeat the bunion treatment bath several times per week.