Are your sneakers hurting you? Do you notice they're too tight?

It's time to put an end to the discomfort of feeling like your shoes are too tight, whether it's because your pairs are a size too small, because the material is too tight, or because the type of shoe causes chafing. There are multiple ways to relieve stress. tricks that will help you widen them so your foot feels free and comfortable inside the shoe. Read on to discover them.

First of all, we suggest you try with a pair of thick socks , a hairdryer and, of course, Shoes that are too tight . The key is to know which part of the shoe is the tightest, whether it's the toe, the ankle, or the sides. It's essential to know this because it will make it much easier to detect the area that needs to be enlarged.

Once you've pinpointed the area that's causing the squeeze, put the thick socks on your feet and shoes. Next, grab a hairdryer and blow hot air onto the area where the shoe is most constricting, holding this position for at least 30 seconds. While you're directing the hot air toward the shoe, slowly move your feet around to help the material expand under your own pressure.

See how your shoes have gradually gotten bigger? Repeat this trick until you feel completely comfortable in your shoes.

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Another similar trick you can use is to put on thick socks and walk around the house in them before going out in your new shoes. Do this every day and you'll see how the material gradually gives way and your foot adjusts to your new footwear. Although this option takes a little longer to take effect, the results are just as effective.

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To overcome the same problem, but this time with sandals, there's also a trick that can help prevent them from pinching. How? Using moisturizer like the one you use for your skin.

Rub the inside of the sandal straps with this product and then put them on. This will leave your feet slightly moist and prevent slipping, which will prevent the sandal from being too tight. And if that's not enough, you'll moisturize them at the same time. A great idea!

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Humidity can be the best ally for stretching your shoes, as it will soften the material and make it stretch more quickly. To perform this trick, you must first be aware of the shoe material so as not to damage it. That's why we recommend: do it only with leather shoes .

You should moisten the inside of the shoe using a wet cloth, then put it on and walk. This trick is ideal for summer, but it's not recommended during the colder months. In that case, you can place the shoe inside a container of hot water so that the steam helps to expand the leather and achieve the desired effect: do not squeeze the shoes .

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Another good option to stretch leather shoes and prevent them from being tight when you put them on is to place the shoe inside a plastic bag and Put it in the freezer for at least one night. This will cause the leather to give way and the shoe to expand. This is one of the simplest and most classic tricks for making shoes less tight.

Put them on right out of the refrigerator and you'll notice they no longer hurt. Wonderful!

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You should also know that there are dilators and chemicals These will help you stretch your shoe. However, before using them, it's best to consult a professional first, as they can cause irritation or other conditions.

And of course, you can always Go to a shoemaker to help you stretch your shoes . These professionals have shoe trees, a specific machine, that will help them stretch your shoes to prevent them from becoming too tight. Generally, you should leave the shoe on the tree for about 24 hours so that it exerts the appropriate pressure (which will gradually increase) on the part that feels the most tight. To help the shoe adapt quickly to its new shape, it's advisable to wear them as soon as they arrive. You'll soon notice that they're no longer tight.