Description
Akileine Blue Ultra Smoothing Balm – 15% Urea with Papain for Very Dry, Callused Feet
Akileïne's Ultra Smoothing Balm takes a dual-action approach to rough, hardened feet: 15% urea to hydrate and soften thickened skin, plus papain — a natural enzyme from papaya — that gently assists exfoliation of rough surface layers. The result smooths severe callus and very dry skin while moisturising plant ingredients (grape seed oil, allantoin, and Asepta's patented Silk Lipesters®) deliver intense hydration and help prevent hard skin re-forming.
Why podiatrists recommend it
- Urea + papain dual action — softens callus chemically while enzymatically smoothing rough surface skin
- Prevents recurrence — regular use discourages hard skin and callus from rebuilding
- Intensely hydrating base — grape seed oil, allantoin and Silk Lipesters® condition as it treats
- Suitable for diabetics — gentle enough for daily use in higher-risk foot care routines
How to use
Apply twice daily, massaging into rough areas — heel and forefoot especially — until absorbed. Not for children under 3; avoid eye contact; store below 25°C and avoid sun exposure on treated skin after application. For external use only — always read the label and follow the directions for use. The complete heel-repair routine, including safe filing, is in our cracked heels guide.
Where it fits among 15% urea options
Three good products, three personalities: this balm adds the papain smoothing enzyme — the pick when rough texture is the main complaint; Walker's Urea 15 Cream is the straightforward Australian workhorse for everyday dry, hardening feet; Callusan Forte mousse wins on absorption speed and hygiene. All three sit at the same strength tier — below the clinical 25% products used for established cracks.
Frequently asked questions
What does papain actually do?
It's a natural protein-dissolving enzyme that gently loosens the dead surface cells that make skin feel rough — a mild, continuous exfoliation that complements urea's deeper softening.
Is it suitable for severe calluses?
Yes — severe callus and very dry feet are its stated indications. For callus combined with deep heel cracks, a 25% urea product like Walker's Urea 25 PLUS may work faster, stepping down to this balm for maintenance.
Why avoid sun after application?
Freshly smoothed skin is more sun-sensitive, so treated areas shouldn't be exposed immediately — easy to manage by applying at night or before enclosed shoes.
Can diabetics use it?
Yes, it's formulated to be suitable for diabetic foot care — applied to heels and soles, avoiding broken skin, alongside regular podiatry review.
How long until my feet feel smoother?
Texture typically improves within the first week of twice-daily use, with callus reduction building over 2–4 weeks of consistency.
Stocked and recommended by the AHPRA-registered podiatrists at TBS Health. Reviewed by the TBS Health podiatry team — July 2026.