Here’s a trick to make them look like new

One of the most pleasant feelings when summer approaches and the thermometers start to rise rapidly along with the temperature is to get rid of tights and socks, boots, ankle boots and other shoes and slippers to put on comfortable sandals and let your feet breathe in the fresh air for a few months. So, with an internal smile, you go to your shoe closet to remember the models you bought last summer, or the one before, and see what condition they are in.

There are always favorites because you chose them more carefully, they are prettier, they suit you better and they are very comfortable. But they are also the ones you pulled out the most. Almost every day, in fact. And now you realize that being loved has taken its toll on them and where there used to be a uniform skin tone, there are dark spots, in some cases almost black, that seem impossible to remove.

They are caused by the sweat of our feet in the summer, which soaks into the shoes and which will be more or less intense depending on the type of material the sandals are made of. But don’t worry, you don’t have to throw them away for this reason. A trick has gone viral on TikTok that tells you step by step how to deal with this minor inconvenience.

What do we need?

Before you begin, make sure you have a good grease remover on hand – you can find it in all supermarkets and pharmacies – a cloth and a soft-bristled brush. You will see how easy it is to say goodbye to stains that ruin our favorite sandals. Just follow these steps:

This trick was explained in detail on her TikTok account by user @yolandavaquitayoli. The best part is that it can be applied not only to sandals, but also to other clothes or shoes.

Other methods

What we just told you is not the only way to get rid of sweat stains on sandals. We tell you another one that might be useful to you.

You should know that some sandals, due to the material they are made of, can be machine washed without damage. Check with the manufacturer to see if this is the case with yours.

Breathable shoes

To prevent not only stains but also our comfort, it is important to choose good shoes both in winter and summer. So that they are comfortable to walk in, so that the materials are gentle on our feet, durable, lightweight, non-slip and, importantly, breathable to minimize sweating and not accumulate moisture.

He Genuine Leather This is one of our top picks for summer sandals. It’s super breathable, flexible, and durable. If you want to go the extra mile to keep your feet from sweating and toes from slipping off mid-walk, look for styles that are as open as possible, leaving your heels and toes exposed and allowing air to circulate.

Another option if your feet sweat a lot is use special deodorants for this area of ​​the body, or it is also advisable to use natural talc without parabens and additives, which will also protect us from itching and irritation. Especially in the summer, it is important to maintain perfect foot hygiene, often exfoliate and moisturize them.

Finally, although it is not a quality that will help you get rid of sweat and stains, we recommend that you also be careful with the material of the sole of your sandals. It is important that they do not slip if you do not want them to play tricks on you.

In summer, we often travel on wet and slippery terrain. Especially when we are near beaches and swimming pools. So do not skimp on the material that has good grip. It is equally important that they do not slip and that they are soft enough to provide good support so that the walk does not ruin your day on holiday.