Estimated retail value $8.99 As of Oct 18, 2026
Creams and Balms for Cracked Heels
Cracked heels begin as dry, thickened skin that splits under pressure. Creams with urea or fruit acids soften and thin that skin; heavier ointments seal moisture in while the cracks close. Many routines pair the two: an active cream by day and an ointment at night, under socks.
Estimated retail value $15.95 As of Oct 18, 2026
Estimated retail value $14.99 As of Oct 18, 2026
Estimated retail value $19.99 As of Oct 18, 2026
Estimated retail value $5.97 As of Oct 18, 2026
Estimated retail value $19.46 As of Oct 18, 2026
Side by side
| 1O'Keeffe's Healthy Feet Intense Renewal Cream, 3 oz | 2Ebanel 40% Urea Cream with 2% Salicylic Acid | 3Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion, 16.9 fl oz | 4Aquaphor Healing Ointment, 14 oz | 5Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly, 13 oz | 6Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream, 16 oz, 2-Pack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | O'Keeffe's | Ebanel | Eucerin | Aquaphor | Vaseline | — |
| Form | Cream | Cream | Lotion | Ointment | Ointment | — |
| Product Dimensions | 1.55 x 2.38 x 6.31 in | 2.8 x 2.8 x 2.2 in | 9.2 x 3.2 x 1.8 in | — | 2 x 2 x 2 inches; 0.8 ounces | — |
| Scent | Unscented | Tea Tree | Unscented | Unscented | Unscented | — |
| Specific Uses For Product | Dryness | Moisturize, Soften, & Smooth Dry, Cracked, Rough, Callused Skin | Dryness | Dry, cracked skin; minor cuts, scrapes, and burns; chapped lips; hands; feet; cuticles | Dryness, Eczema | — |
| Volume | 3 fl oz | 4.6 fl oz | 16.9 fl oz | 14 oz | 13 fl oz | — |
| Weight | 0.2 lb | — | 1.06 lb | 1.4 lb | — | — |
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