What types of pedicure to prefer, why do a pedicure

Well-groomed feet are not only a sign of grooming, but, above all, of health. Many people think that pedicure is relevant only in summer, it is not. Regular pedicure will keep not only the beauty, but also the health of your feet. In addition, it is a very pleasant procedure. There are many active points on the legs, during the pedicure a massage takes place, the legs rest. Regular pedicures help prevent foot deformity, help prevent fungus and get rid of corns and calluses that interfere with wearing shoes.

Let's take a closer look at what types of pedicures are, what are their differences, pros and cons.

Classic edged pedicure

This type of pedicure was one of the first to be offered in beauty salons. The legs are steamed in a bath with salt and oils. Then, with the help of special tools, dead skin is removed, the cuticle is trimmed, and the nails are given the necessary shape. Feet are lubricated with emollients, nails are varnished if necessary.

Pros:

• can be done at home
• available in many stores
• low cost
• steaming helps to remove irregularities

Minuses:

• it is necessary to carefully monitor the cleanliness of the instruments, as there is a high probability of getting a cut or damage to the skin, which can lead to infection
• the effect is rather short-lived

Classic pedicure should be done at least once a month

Hardware pedicure

Popular type of pedicure. Its implementation does not require steaming, so the method is also called a “dry" pedicure. Using the apparatus and nozzles of various shapes and hardness, the master processes the foot. Removes calluses, cracks, corns. It treats the cuticle and gives the desired shape to the nails.

The method requires a certain qualification, because it is necessary to understand which nozzle to choose and at what speed to process certain parts of the foot. After the procedure, the legs are also lubricated with an emollient. On request, the nails are varnished.

Pros:

• fast procedure
• the risk of injury is minimal
• long-term effect
• the procedure allows you to get rid of several problems at once

Minuses:

• higher cost than the classical procedure
• if you have a high sensitivity, then the procedure may seem unpleasant
• required knowledge and skills to carry out the procedure

European pedicure

The procedure is based on the action of various substances that are applied to the skin and soften the dead epithelium, while healthy tissues are not affected. After applying the gel, polyethylene socks are put on the legs (places of corns and large calluses are usually additionally covered with an applicator). When the necessary time has passed, they are removed, the remnants of the product are removed and the softened skin is cleaned off by grinding, the cuticle is pushed back.

They treat nails, lubricate the legs with cream.

Advantages of the method:

• rapidity
• can be done at home
• gentle operation, minimal risk of injury to the skin

Minuses:

• there should be no damage, cracks, wounds on the legs
• short-term effect
• perfect smoothness is unlikely to be achieved

Japanese pedicure

It's a whole ritual. The feet are massaged with oils and herbal extracts. The procedure is very pleasant. Herbal extracts soften the skin and make it easy to remove dead tissue with a pumice stone.

Pros:

• healing and relaxation of the legs
• gentle procedure, damage is unlikely
• can be done at home

Minuses:

• high price
• Not found in all salons
• not such a clear effect as after a classic or hardware pedicure

SPA pedicure

Relaxing foot treatment. Includes massage, scrub, relaxing foot baths. The procedure is more aimed at relaxing the whole body and getting positive emotions.

Medical pedicure

If you are faced with a problem, such as an ingrown toenail, painful growths, then you need not just a specialist, but a podiatrist. He will help you. Be sure to ask about the availability of special medical education. This procedure is carried out in clinics.

We have listed the main types of pedicure. There are procedures combined (for example, hardware and SPA pedicure). Methods are constantly being improved, new foot care products are emerging, and the fashion for applying varnish is changing. But the main thing is that healthy and well-groomed legs are always in fashion.