Yes, you can wear shoes without socks sometimes. Ideally, it is not recommended to ever go out without socks.
But what to do when there is scorching heat outside, and you don’t want your feet to burn? In such cases, you are allowed to go without socks, but there are some conditions to it.
The main culprit that prevents you from going sockless is sweat. So, in this article, I will be telling you all that can go wrong when wearing shoes without socks and how to prevent it.
Yes, it’s bad to wear shoes without socks. Each of your feet has over a hundred thousand sweat glands. When you wear shoes, sweat glands produce sweat to prevent your foot from overheating.
The purpose of socks is to absorb all the sweat and moisture. This keeps your foot from stinking or developing infections.
When you don’t wear socks under your shoes, there is no room for moisture to escape. It starts depositing on your foot. This sweaty and dirty place is a hub for bacteria and other germs to grow.
So, wearing running shoes without socks will cause you a lot of trouble. Most of the shoes do not support bare feet. They are meant to be worn with socks. So, if you go sockless, your skin will rub against the shoes and will cause painful blisters on your foot.
You are also at high risk of developing an athlete’s foot due to bacterial growth. Also, you can develop a painful nail infection called onychomycosis caused by a fungus.
While you are prone to develop these conditions when going sockless. I will tell you some tricks to avoid them. So, keep on reading.
I am asked a lot about how to wear shoes without socks and not sweat? Well, this is possible to some extent. Follow these tips carefully to wear shoes without socks without developing any painful condition.
Maintain foot hygiene
If you take the risk to go sockless, then be very vigilant about your foot hygiene. Wash your feet with warm soapy water at least 2-3 times a day or as often as you can. Take special care of areas between the toes and your nails.
After washing, make sure to dry your feet completely, especially between the toes. Do not wear shoes with wet feet.
Air dry your shoes
If you don’t wear socks, your shoes will be absorbing all the moisture. So, air dry your shoes for 24 to 48 hours before wearing them again. Make sure that your shoes are completely dry and odor-free before you wear them.
Use an antiperspirant
You may have heard of antiperspirants for underarms, but you would be surprised to know that they are also available for feet. They help to keep the feet fragrant and dry for a couple of hours.
Talcum powder works
If you don’t want to buy an antiperspirant right away, no worries. You can use your regular talcum powder.
Wash shoes
Make your habit of washing your shoes at least once a month. This disinfects your shoes from germs. It is also a great way of getting rid of the stinky smell.
Cedar shoe tree
Cedar shoe tree is a blessing in disguise. Keep it in your shoes every time you reach home. It absorbs all the moisture and gives a woody fragrance to your shoes.
Final Thoughts
So, is it necessary to wear socks with shoes? Yes, it is. You don’t want to end up going to a doctor just because of avoiding socks. You can wear ankle socks or other low-cut designs. Or you can also follow the tips above and enjoy going sockless. But do remember that don’t make it a habit.
