Apart from my trusty running sneakers, I haven’t worn close-toed shoes since May. Even with  the soggy summer my beloved East Coast has had, I refuse to wear anything but sandals and flip-flops until the fall. It’s just my favorite right of summer.

That said, it’s difficult to keep my feet in tip-top shape in between treks to the beach and long runs on cool summer nights. And while I’m diligent about keeping up with pedicures (let’s be honest – there’s nothing less chic than gnarly feet), I still need a little at-home maintenance to keep from looking like a barbarian.

I came across Clarins Foot Beauty Treatment Cream and was immediately curious about its promises to nourish, smooth and renew my tired feet. That’s exactly what I needed! It’s formulated to thoroughly hydrate my aching soles while tending to my delicate nail beds, taming excessive perspiration and combating early aging (which is always a concern considering how little time I spend with covered-up feet!). Pretty ambitious for one product.

Blended with super-hero ingredients like virgin cashew nut oil to restore suppleness, arnica to relieve swelling, myrrh to strengthen nails and Laponite® Powder to keep sweat at bay, the cream has made my feet look as pedicured as possible, without ever feeling slimy. Such a treat for your feet!

Available at department stores and nationwide for $25.