Out
of all of the parts of the body, the foot is often
the first to be neglected. Pedicure is the care of
the feet, legs and toenails. Here we will see the
tools required for pedicure and the procedure. Thus
with a little pampering on a regular basis of your
feet you can take care of them and you will have feet
that will look beautiful and sexy.
Things Required For Pedicure
Nail cutter
Nail file
Cuticle cutter
Cuticle pusher
Nailbrush
Orange stick
Pumice stone
Foot scrapper
Two basins large enough for footbath
Enamel remover
Cotton wool and buds
Moisturizer
Base coat
Enamels either coloured or frosted
Topcoat
Materials Required
Acetone Liquid soap or shampoo Luke warm water Antiseptic lotion Oil or cream Nail polish Foot powder Hydrogen peroxide
Pedicure
procedure
1. Soak your feet in warm soapy water for a couple
of minutes then pat them dry. Make sure that you cover
your toenails thoroughly.
2. Remove any old enamel from your toenails with cotton
wool and enamel remover.
3. Use your nail clippers to file and cut your nails.
File your toenails to take off any rough edges, but
only straight across.
4. Take your tipped orange stick and put some cuticle
cream on, massage into the cuticles in circular movements.
Clean the foot using nailbrush, foot scrapper and
pumice stone.
5. Re-soak your feet for a couple of minutes.
6. Again with your tipped orange stick apply cuticle
remover to the cuticles.
7. Wet your cuticle knife to carefully lift the cuticle.
8. Re-soak again and then dry thoroughly.
9. Apply a good moisturiser all over your foot and
ankle take the time to gently rub it in. Also at this
time you can lightly dust between your toes with a
medicated talc or foot powder.
10. Apply your base coat and wait for it to dry. Pick
your nail polish and paint on. Don't forget the topcoat
for coloured enamels.
11. One last thing, use your orange stick and enamel
remover to remove all traces of enamel left on the
skin to make a really neat job.
Some important Tips
Wash your feet regularly - to avoid a fungal infection
which will cause athletes foot.
Make sure that you always dry them properly, even
in between the toes!
Exfoliate your feet often - once a week.
Apply medicated foot powders, anti-perspirant and
refreshing foot sprays.
Massage for relaxation and to get the blood circulation
going.
Only ever cut your toe nails straight across to avoid
in growing nails.
Wear cotton socks to absorb moisture from your feet.
Buy correct fitting shoes.
Alternate your footwear. If possible wear shoes that
will let your feet breath - either a sandal or leather
shoes.
Always remember to keep your implements clean: if
they are left dirty they may harbour germs and cause
infections.
Out
of all of the parts of the body, the foot is often
the first to be neglected. Pedicure is the care of
the feet, legs and toenails. Here we will see the
tools required for pedicure and the procedure. Thus
with a little pampering on a regular basis of your
feet you can take care of them and you will have feet
that will look beautiful and sexy.
Nail cutter 
Pedicure
procedure
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