Cracked Heels Repair Cream – Commercial Formulation & Manufacturing Guide

Cracked heels are a common foot care problem caused by extreme dryness, thickened skin, dehydration, prolonged standing, and lack of proper foot moisturizing. The Cracked Heels Repair Cream is a complete professional resource designed for cosmetic formulators, private label brands, and skincare manufacturers looking to develop an effective and market-ready heel repair solution.

This guide explains the scientific formulation of cracked heels cream using proven dermatological ingredients such as urea for cracked heels, lactic acid exfoliation, shea butter moisturizing, cocoa butter occlusion, glycerin hydration, and panthenol skin repair. The formulation focuses on deep hydration, keratolytic action, and skin barrier restoration, which are essential for healing severely dry and cracked heels.

Inside this guide, you will find a commercial-scale formula with exact ingredient percentages, batch weights, and functional roles, ensuring consistency, stability, and regulatory compatibility. The step-by-step manufacturing SOP covers water phase preparation, oil phase melting, emulsification, pH adjustment, preservation, and final filling, making it ideal for small labs, cosmetic startups, and contract manufacturers.

This cracked heel cream formulation is suitable for daily foot care creams, overnight heel repair balms, professional pedicure products, and intensive foot therapy treatments. The formula delivers fast-absorbing, non-greasy performance while helping to soften calluses, repair skin fissures, prevent heel cracking, and improve overall foot texture.

Whether you are launching a private label foot care brand, expanding your skincare product range, or learning professional cosmetic formulation, this guide provides everything needed to create a high-performance cracked heels repair cream that meets market demand.

Product Description

Cracked Heels Repair Cream is an intensive emollient and keratolytic treatment designed to heal dry, rough, and deeply cracked heels. This formulation combines urea, lactic acid, nourishing butters, occlusives, and skin-repair actives to soften hardened skin, promote gentle exfoliation, restore moisture balance, and accelerate skin barrier repair. Ideal for daily and overnight foot care.

Uses

• Repairs cracked, rough, and dry heels
• Softens hardened and callused skin
• Restores moisture and skin elasticity
• Prevents recurrence of heel cracks
• Suitable for daily foot care and night repair use

Key Benefits

• Deep hydration and long-lasting moisture lock
• Gentle exfoliation to remove dead skin buildup
• Strengthens skin barrier and prevents moisture loss
• Soothes irritation and discomfort
• Improves heel smoothness and appearance within days

Commercial Formulation (100 kg Batch)

Phase A – Water Phase

Ingredient	Percentage (%)	Weight (kg)	Function
Purified Water	56.50	56.50	Solvent, hydration base
Glycerin	5.00	5.00	Humectant, moisture retention
Urea	10.00	10.00	Keratolytic, softens cracked skin
Xanthan Gum	0.30	0.30	Thickener, viscosity control
Disodium EDTA	0.10	0.10	Chelating agent, formula stability

Phase B – Oil Phase

Ingredient	Percentage (%)	Weight (kg)	Function
Shea Butter	6.00	6.00	Deep nourishment, skin repair
Cocoa Butter	3.00	3.00	Occlusive, crack prevention
Cetyl Alcohol	2.50	2.50	Emollient, texture enhancer
Emulsifying Wax (NF)	5.00	5.00	Emulsifier, cream structure
Sweet Almond Oil	4.00	4.00	Skin softening, nourishment

Phase C – Cool Down Phase

Ingredient	Percentage (%)	Weight (kg)	Function
Lactic Acid (80%)	2.00	2.00	Exfoliation, pH adjustment
Panthenol (Vitamin B5)	1.00	1.00	Healing, soothing
Allantoin	0.50	0.50	Skin repair, calming
Vitamin E (Tocopherol)	0.50	0.50	Antioxidant, skin protection
Phenoxyethanol & Ethylhexylglycerin	1.00	1.00	Preservative system
Fragrance (Foot-safe)	0.10	0.10	Sensory appeal

Total

100.00% = 100.00 kg

Manufacturing SOP (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Preparation

• Clean and sanitize all equipment, vessels, and tools.
• Ensure GMP conditions and wear protective gear.
• Measure all ingredients accurately.

Step 2: Water Phase (Phase A)

1. Add purified water to the main mixing vessel.
2. Start slow stirring (500–700 RPM).
3. Add Disodium EDTA and dissolve completely.
4. Add glycerin, mix until uniform.
5. Pre-disperse xanthan gum in a small portion of glycerin or water, then add to the batch.
6. Add urea gradually and mix until fully dissolved.
7. Heat Phase A to 75°C ± 2°C.

Step 3: Oil Phase (Phase B)

1. In a separate vessel, add shea butter, cocoa butter, sweet almond oil, cetyl alcohol, and emulsifying wax.
2. Heat to 75°C ± 2°C until completely melted and uniform.

Step 4: Emulsification

1. Slowly add Phase B into Phase A under continuous mixing.
2. Homogenize at 3000–4000 RPM for 3–5 minutes.
3. Maintain temperature at 70–75°C during emulsification.

Step 5: Cooling Phase

1. Begin cooling the emulsion with gentle stirring.
2. At 45°C, add panthenol and allantoin.
3. Mix until fully dissolved.

Step 6: Final Additives

1. Below 40°C, add vitamin E.
2. Add preservative system.
3. Slowly add lactic acid, checking pH continuously.
4. Adjust final pH to 4.5 – 5.5 (ideal for cracked heels).
5. Add fragrance and mix gently.

Step 7: Final Checks

• Check pH, viscosity, appearance, and odor.
• Ensure smooth, homogeneous cream with no lumps.
• Perform microbial and stability testing.

Step 8: Filling & Packaging

• Fill into laminated tubes or HDPE jars.
• Seal, label, and batch code.
• Store in a cool, dry place.

Recommended Claims (Marketing-Safe)

• Repairs cracked heels in days
• Deep moisturizing foot therapy
• With Urea & Lactic Acid
• Dermatologically inspired formula