Egyptian foot: characteristics, personality and type of shoe
The shape of our feet, however often discredited, can reveal important notions about our personality. The main forms recognized to date are: Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Germanic and Celtic. The substantial difference lies in the length of the phalanges, each time different and in different proportions. Each plantar structure has been associated with a certain type of personality as well as a certain type of footwear. In this article we will tell you everything there is to know about the Egyptian foot, including what it means, the type of footwear that is best suited and the world famous star who has it.
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The characteristics of the Egyptian foot
The Egyptian foot is not difficult to recognize since its form is the most widespread among the world population. It is a plantar conformation in which the big toe stands out in length, while the other toes decrease to scale, forming an angle of 45 °. If the Roman foot is considered the thickest, usually the Egyptian one is the longest and most tapered of all forms. Another feature of this foot is the presence of a rather high arch of the foot.
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Egyptian foot: meaning and personality
The person who has an Egyptian foot is distinguished by an enigmatic character and a reserved personality, so he does not like to open up to others and tends to hide more than one secret. If by observing your feet, you recognize this shape, you are probably an independent, autonomous and, perhaps, at times selfish person, but also elegant and refined. Not surprisingly, due to these characteristics, the Egyptian foot is also known as the foot of the solitary or the foot of royalty.
The type of shoe best suited to the Egyptian foot
The shape of the foot greatly influences the choice of footwear to wear. Regardless of fashion and trends, the first aspect to consider when it comes to shoes is undoubtedly comfort. In the case of the Egyptian foot, the toe to be protected is certainly the big toe, being the longest and, at times, bulky one. If you recognize this shape at your feet, we advise you to avoid wearing shoes with closed and narrow toes since in this case, the bones of the big toe and second toe would risk bumping repeatedly, making walking quite painful, with probable blistering. Choose shoes with rounded or open toes, which guarantee the right blood circulation and space to move freely.
Did you know that a star known for the Egyptian foot is Julia Roberts? If you also have this plantar conformation, you can say you have something in common with this extraordinary actress!
How to take care of your feet
The feet deserve the same care as any other part of the body. It is thanks to them, in fact, that we can run, walk, jump and discover enchanting places. In the long run, wrong shoes, posture problems and bad habits can damage our feet and expose them to various problems such as: cracked heels, hallux valgus, blisters and possible peeling. If you thought that it was enough to simply wash them every day with a simple shower gel, know that it is not enough, because our feet need a lot more attention. Below we provide you with some tips for their well-being:
- Recurring pedicures: with this treatment it is possible to take care of the feet both from an aesthetic and health point of view. Ingrown toenails, calluses, dead skin, various and possible discomfort will only be a bad memory after going to your trusted beautician.
- Footbath: When washing your feet, do not use any cleanser. Make sure you wash them with warm water and a neutral pH soap, which can thoroughly cleanse them of impurities and neutralize bad smells, but without attacking the skin. In addition, also pay attention to drying: dab them for a long time with a towel and make sure to also dry the spaces between the individual fingers to avoid the proliferation of bacteria.
- Use only and exclusively cotton socks.
- The choice of shoes: this step is of fundamental importance because it can heavily affect the quality of our foot. No dizzying heels, no shoes with too narrow toes, yes comfort and convenience. A wrong shoe, in fact, can be the trigger for the onset of hallux valgus, a complication that can only be resolved surgically.
- Hydration: if you want to have beautiful, healthy and soft feet, you just have to take care of their hydration. Abundant with aloe vera creams and equip yourself with a pumice stone. These solutions, if adopted consistently, can greatly improve the appearance of the feet.
