Manicure and Pedicure

This is the time of year when many of us ladies seeking for a pretty look on our toes and nails. Nail salons are booming in business with a long list of appointments, and walk-in people. While there is nothing wrong with having manicure and pedicure, there are a few areas that should be taken into serious consideration.


1--The Cleanliness of the Salon

It may seem awkward but you should physically check out a few salons before phoning in an appointment. Cheaper price may save you some money, but it doesn't guarantee you that all tools are sterilized.

What to Look For

• Sterilized equipment in the store
• A Jar of sterilize solution on each of the nail technician's table
• Tables are free of dust
• Clean fresh towels

2--Verbally Asking Your Nail Technician to Sanitize Their Instruments

Sanitizing equipments may not be top priority on everyone's mind, especially when the salon is very busy. To avoid infection or disease, you, as the consumer, have the right to ask your nail technician to change their sanding band,or spray their cuticle cutter with either sterilize solution or alcohol.

3--Make Sure the Pedicure Bowl is Free From "Floaties"

Between customers, the pedicure bowl should also be sanitized. If you didn't see the technician scrubs it down, and cleans it out, demand for it to be done. If you can see "floaties" in the water, that should be served as a red flag for you. Have the bowl emptied and scrubbed before putting your feet in there.


What You Should Not Do

• Having your cuticles cut
• Having your calluses removed by razor

In many States, it's illegal to use razor on customers but not many salons follow this rules since their customers still ask to have those calluses shave off. Yes, it feels nice, and it looks good, but the calluses will come back faster and thicker too.

What You Should Do

• Wear sandals/shoes when walking outside
• Soak your feet, and use the pumice stone to remove calluses
• To soften the rough and harsh crack on your feet, rub Vaseline on them, and wear socks to bed.
• To avoid cutting your cuticles, soak your hands, or feet, and use the corner of your nail to remove them.
  

I worked two years as a nail technician, and was not allowed to disclose these tips. You can still have your pampering time, look good, and stay protected.

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