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Pedicure
A pedicure is not simply the pursuit of
vanity. A proper one should include a foot soak, a nail trim, which prevents
in growing toenails, and the removal of hard skin and calluses which
could, if left undone would leads to corns. Cuticles should be
pushed down, not cut, and feet and calves massaged with cream or oil
if skin is particular dry. An olive oil base is specially
nourishing. Painted nails look shiniest and last longer if they get
a clear undercoat, two coats of color and a clear top coat. Polish
takes at least 20 minutes to dry.
Hard Skin
One of the most effective exfoliants
for hard skin that develops on the soles of the feet is sand.
Collect some ordinary beach sand on your next visit to a tropical
spa and mix it with vegetable oil to make a sticky paste. Add a few
drops of peppermint or rosemary essential oil to complete the
invigorating experience. Massage your feet concentrating on the
heels, the big toes where skin is usually hardest.
Useful Tips
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Cool down hot feet with peppermint and
aloe vera gel rub.
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Soothe tired feet with a vegetable oil
massage spiked with clove oil which has anesthetic properties. Best
base oil for feet include avocado, olive and sesame.
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Soak your feet in warm water laced with
pine, tea tree and eucalyptus oil to banish odours.
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Exercise and strengthen your foot muscle
by rolling each foot over a tennis ball while sitting down.
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Detoxify your whole body with a 15
minutes foot soak in warm water containing two tablespoons of rock
salt. Follow with an oil massage.
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Avoid bunions and ankle problems and
ditch your high heels. If impossible, wear them sparingly. Keep
infections away and change your tights and socks everyday. Make sure
they, like your shoes, are never too small. Let your feet breathe
whenever you can.
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