Now that winter is over and you're putting away your thick socks, you might notice that your feet aren't in the greatest shape. Whether it's because you've been wearing heavy shoes to protect your tootsies from the snow, or because you've been hitting the treadmill all winter, it's entirely likely you're dealing with some serious calluses and other ickiness. However, you don't have to spend a fortune at the spa for an elaborate treatment -- there are plenty of ways to get your feet in shape at home!

First of all, remove any nail polish remaining on your toenails -- use a cotton ball to get it all. Then, soak your feet in hot (but not uncomfortably hot) water. You can add Epsom salt, a few drops of lemon juice and olive oil, or any sort of scented soak you like -- go with citrus or minty fragrances to invigorate, or to relax, choose something like lavender or chamomile.

Clip and file your toenails as desired, but be careful not to go too short too quickly. If you have dirt under your nails (hey, it happens!), use a birchwood or orangewood stick to gently remove it. Then, you're ready to really get to work on those calluses and rough skin, which is where the right tools and products make all the difference.

Everyone is buzzing over Dr. Scholl's for Her Smooth My Sole Micro File -- it's similar to the Ped Egg, but personally, I'm more inclined to use the one that's not an infomercial. Both run around $10 and allow you to, layer by layer, file your calluses away (the Dr. Scholl's version boasts: "Translucent, so you can see shavings accumulate as you file." Am I the only one who finds that both disgusting and awesome?). If you have thick calluses like I do, I can tell you that just using a scrub won't do the trick -- this will give you results in actual time!

However, those scrubs are still important for getting rid of dead skin and getting your feet ready to moisturize. For a splurge, I'm really liking Molton Brown's Island Sand Foot Exfoliator ($30) because it really makes my feet feel soft and I love the scent. For a bargain, you have your pick of a million different products in every scent. Here's the trick -- once you get rid of the calluses, use these scrubs often to keep them from forming again quickly.

Use a thick lotion to moisturize your feet -- if you have time, it's not a bad idea to really lather it on, then wear socks for a few hours (or overnight) to let it soak in. If you're in more of a rush, massage the lotion in for two or three minutes, focusing on the areas that were callused. As with everything else, find a scent that works for you -- unwind with relaxing scents like Molton Brown's Pagoda Tree Foot Cream ($30), or wake your feet up with something pepperminty. In fact, if you're not a big fan of the thick lotions, there are foot mists that still provide serious moisture, like June Jacobs Peppermint Moisturizing Foot Mist ($40) or Revitalizing Foot Spray by Upper Canada ($9.99).

For color, use a basecoat, your nail polish color of choice, and a topcoat to save the color. Keep a Q-tip and a bit of polish remover nearby for touchups. Be careful -- polish might not be fully dry for hours, so avoid wearing closed-toe shoes or anything that will press into the polish for as long as possible.

And then, make sure you're treating your pretty new feet right! Avoid strappy sandals when your feet are sweaty or just moisturized. If you must wear shoes that rub, be sure to use something to reduce friction, like Bodyglide or Mission Anti-Friction Cream. If you're wearing uncomfortable heels, try an insert to offer a little more cushion. Your feet do a lot for you -- don't you think it's time you do a little for them?