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A regular foot soak softens calluses, soothes tired muscles, and — with the right blend — is genuinely restorative. This one takes five minutes to make and dissolves in a basin of warm water. The salt does the heavy lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHERO INGREDIENT — Cleaning Salt\u003cbr\u003eSalt in a foot soak has a dual function: it draws fluid from swollen tissue to reduce inflammation, and its mineral content helps soften hardened skin around heels and pressure points. 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