New shoes - how to stop them rubbing

[shivvy]

What is the best way to prevent new leather shoes rubbing at the heel? I think I remember hearing that rubbing vaseline on the shoe helps? All (sensible) suggestions gratefully received. Thanks.

[whiskeysheri]

Definitely Vaseline.

Are the shoes leather? If so, pop in to a cobblers/shoe repair shop and ask them for some stretching spray. It works really, really well if you spray it on the inside and wear them immediately, even around the house.

[tiggerblue10]

Hi Shivvy,

Compeed do a range of things that help with preventing blisters and corns. I've tried them and they are really good.

http://www.firstaid4sport.co.uk/category.asp?c at_id=FOOTCARE530&src=gof&gclid=CKDf582n25QCFQ yI1QodVFfFkw

[dawndevil]

stuff damp newspaper in your shoes, rub vaseline in them, or if you have shoe stretchers leave them in overnight

[shivvy]

Thanks for those great answers.
How do I use the vaseline? Will it not stain the shoe/leather? Or do I use it on the inside?

[know-ledge]

take them off

[shylock73]

On the inside of course, I dunno!!!!!!!

[beejaybee]

Rub some "dry" soap on the heels of the shoes.