“Pedicures are the cure for everything. That’s why they’re called pedi-CURES.” (TheSalonBussiness.com)
Did you know that the average person takes
8,000 to 10,000 steps a day? That totals up to about 115,000 miles over a person’s
lifetime. That’s why pedicures are a great way (for both men and women) to
provide basic care for their feet. A pedicure is a therapeutic
treatment for your feet that removes dead skin, softens hard skin,
and shapes and treats your toenails. Pedicures have many great advantages.
Here are just a few:
Decreases chances of infections-Clipping, cutting
and cleaning of the toe nails prevents them from growing inward and causing
infection. The elimination of dirt and bacteria from your feet will also help
prevent nail diseases disorders (fungi) and foot odors. It is also important to
keep toenails healthy because they protect toes from trauma. A regular pedicure
can also support chiropody if you suffer from foot problems (such as:
corns, calluses, and cracked soles). This may prevent you from
needing further treatment.
Early detection of problems-Receiving a regular
pedicure can help the pedicurist detect early signs of corns, bunions and
fungal infections. These conditions are easier to treat when they are
identified in the earlier stages.
Exfoliates the feet-Exfoliation (or
removal of dead skin cells) prevents the cells from accumulating and causing
bunions or corns, which can be uncomfortable and painful. The removal of the
dead skin on your feet (especially on the heels) encourages new cell growth
which creates smoother and more attractive feet.
Preserves skin’s moisture-A pedicure includes
soaks in warm water and massages with oils and lotions that help preserve the
moisture and integrity of your feet. Moisturized feet are less likely to get
blisters, crakes, or other foot problems. It is also important to keep your cuticles
moisturized to prevent nails from growing out with ridges or split ends which
can cause the nails to lift out of the nail beds.
Promotes circulation-The most enjoyable
part of the salon pedicure is the massage. Massaging helps promotes circulation
and relieves tension in the calves and feet. Increase in blood circulation can
reduce pain and help distribute heat throughout your body.
Relaxing for the feet-Feet get little care
compared to other parts of your body such as your hands and face. Healthy feet
are vital to your overall health. Whether you go to a salon (or you do your own
pedicure) make sure to get one at least once a month so your feet stay healthy,
and in good condition. Pedicures can also soothe and relax you when
combined with other treatments. A pedicure can also help your posture. You
naturally walk more comfortably on cared-for feet.
There are many different kinds of pedicures.
Below are fourteen of them that your salon of choice may offer:
Chocolate-Chocolate works like
an antioxidant and helps to moisturize feet. At first, feet are soaked into
warm chocolate. The aroma coming from chocolate will relax you. After soaking
and washing off the chocolate, you scour your feet with scrubbers, which also
have chocolate in their composition. Then the feet massage with aromatic oil
and nail polishing at last.
Classic (Standard or Basic)- This is the most
frequently applied feet maintenance procedure (for men). At first, you soak
your feet in warm water until your skin becomes swollen. After soaking, dead
skin and impurities are scrubbed off. The nails are clipped, formed and cuticles
around the nails are removed.
Fish-It is an unusual way to treat your
feet. Your feet are soaked into aquarium with little fishes. These fishes swarm
your feet and scrub all impurities and dead skin from them. Do not worry
because these fishes are not so big that would do any harm to you or inflict pain.
French-This is very popular
pedicure procedure among women. The whole process is the same as in classic
pedicure until it comes to nail polishing. At first, the nails are applied with
transparent foundation polish. The tips of the nails are polished with white
nail polish. It imitates the natural shape and structure of the nails.
Gel-This type of pedicure is dedicated
for someone who wants to enjoy a nice pedicure and polish for a longer time.
The whole process is the same as in classic pedicure until it comes to nail
polishing. Nail polish is applied and then affected with ultraviolet (UV) rays.
This polish can hold on your nails up to a month.
Hot Stones-This type of
pedicure includes the classic pedicure procedure and other feet nourishing
procedures. Both feet get scrubbed and masked.
After that, your feet are wrapped into warm towels. They are kept like this for
several minutes. Then there is a relaxing feet massage with warm stones and
aromatic oils. It helps to relieve pain in the legs and feet.
Ice Cream-During this sweet,
unusual procedure, ice cream is used. Feet are soaked in warm water together
with ice cream. After soaking, feet are also scrubbed with ice cream. You can
choose the flavor and aroma you like best. The real meaning of this procedure
is the therapeutic effect of cold.
Mini-Mini pedicure is a simplified version
of the classic pedicure. During a mini pedicure, your feet cleaned, and nails are
clipped and formed. This pedicure is dedicated for practical people, who want
to save time, money, and want to efficiently have their feet taken care of.
Paraffin Bath-In case, the skin of
your feet is dry and cracked, paraffin bath is just what you need. During the
procedure, your feet are soaked into warm paraffin wax. Paraffin moisturizes,
softens your feet and helps to open skin pores. This procedure is perfect for someone
who wishes to have soft and younger looking feet.
Rose-At the beginning of the procedure,
you cover your feet with rose petals and then soak them into warm water. When
feet get soaked well, they are scrubbed with the same rose petals. After this
point, everything is like in a Classic pedicure (nails clipping and formation,
cream, polish, and maybe a massage).
Salt-During this pedicure, sea salt and
small marbles are used. It helps to scrub off impurities and dead skin. Feet
are soaked for at least for fifteen minutes in warm water with some salt. After
that, scrub them with salt and little marbles.
Spa (Deluxe)-During a Spa pedicure,
you will enjoy these pleasant sensations: feet soaking and scrubbing, classic
pedicure and feet massage with nourishing and aromatherapy oils.
Sports-This pedicure is
dedicated for the person who is doing active sports. Their feet are tired from
constant training. During the procedure, feet are soaked in warm water and moisturized
with skin cream. Then is a pleasant and relaxing feet massage, which helps to
regain vitality to tired feet.
Waterless-During this
pedicure, instead of water you use disinfectant spray. Sprayed feet are wrapped
in warm towel and are left like this for some time. Wrapped feet soak in the
spray. Even with low amount of liquid, they become swollen. After this,
everything goes as in a classic pedicure. This kind of pedicure is usual in
places where lack of water is an issue like Europe).
“You know it’s
time for a pedicure when you can exfoliate one foot with the other.” (TheSalonBussiness.com)[i]
[i] Adapted from:
·
“15
Types of Pedicure for Your Beauty and Health” by azuolynospa.lt
·
“6
health benefits of pedicures” by H&M Nail’s spa
·
“What
to expect from a Pedicure” by Good Spa Guide
For other posts on this blog dealing with
pedicures, please refer to the posts named: “Soothing” and “A Surprise
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