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[QUOTE="t2andreo, post: 781617, member: 25553"] I read this entire thread with interest and am now ready to offer my 'two cents' worth. I side with Davebugg on prevention being better than treatment of problems after the fact. I also feel that moisturizing with Vaseline can be highly effective. For what it is worth, here is my foot preparation system. I used this over six Caminos, covering about 3,000 km. [B]Socks, to cover my feet and provide cushioning:[/B] I wear an [B]inner[/B], thin, liner sock made of microfiber. I get mine from REI. They come in white and navy blue, I recommend the latter, dark color as they do get grundgy after a month or so. However, in a pinch, like if I lost the liners I brought with me, I have picked up large sized ladies nylon ankle-high stretch socks for nil cost in a China Bazar shop. They work as well, but can be hotter. I wear an [B]outer[/B], thickish sock from Smartwool - their medium weight merino socks with some elastic material woven in for durability and stretch, provides adequate cushioning for me. They have heavier weight socks if need be. But, medium works in my experience. [B]Moisturizing: [/B] Nightly, I apply Vaseline or Vasenol as it is called in Portugal to my feet after showering. I then put on the liner socks I will wear the following day. I sleep in these sock liners. This ensures the Vaseline stays only on my feet. In the morning, I do not add more Vaseline. I only add Vaseline if I felt the need to have a morning shower before setting out. It wakes me up. This plan has worked for me for six trips. Hope this helps. [/QUOTE]
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