Pedicure - a procedure pleasant and helpful, but thinking about the beauty and pleasure, it is necessary to remember and security. Some tips to help you make a great pedicure with nail health benefits.

Pedicure at beauty salon

If possible, sign up for a pedicure as early as possible in the morning. The risk of infection is minimal bring when in front of you foot bath and pedicure tools enjoyed as little people.

To further reduce infection toenails, you can come to the salon with its own set for a pedicure.

If you have diabetes, and because of this particularly sensitive feet, inform, when you assign a session pedicure. Ask about how to disinfect the instruments in the cabin, the temperature of the water which is used for baths, and whether in the salon people who have experience working with clients with diabetic foot. If you go to the salon, and you do not like it, trust your instincts and go to another place. Pedicure can be an indispensable component of the care of the diabetic foot, but only if it makes a true professional.

Pedicure at home

First of all, if you were painted nails, you need to completely remove the lacquer. Use the nail polish remover without acetone. Try to remove the lacquer so that the means for removing the varnish did not fall on your skin - it can cause irritation and dryness.

Warm foot bath are necessary for the proper pedicure. It is usually sufficient to hold the feet in the water for five minutes, but the more you have dry skin of feet, the longer they need to be soaked. The tray can be added oils and / or some milk. Milk is particularly useful if the skin on the soles of the feet cracked - it nourishes and moisturizes the skin.

Be careful with the peeling of the skin. Pumice gives enough uniform result, and very dry skin Dry skin: care and treatment   it can hurt. It is best to use the funds for peeling - commercial, or prepared on their own. For example, peeling feet can be used coffee grounds mixed with a little olive oil - it is simultaneously exfoliates the skin and nourishes nails.

After the bath dry feet thoroughly, including the skin between the toes. Do not wear socks or shoes on his feet wet - it increases the risk of infections. Also, do not apply moisturizer to the skin between the toes. In general, the excess moisture in these "nooks" of the foot creates ideal conditions for the reproduction of fungi.

Use a crystal nail file instead of metal - they provide the most gentle on your nails.

Do not cut cuticle scissors or a blade. One of the common mistakes of those who do pedicures yourself - assume that toenails can be treated less carefully than fingernails. Nothing like this. Consider that when severe damage toe nail wearing even the most comfortable footwear can become painful, and quality of life for some time considerably reduced - at least as long as the nail has healed. Therefore, making a pedicure, move your cuticles back, just as when doing a manicure. This will reduce the likelihood of penetration into the skin of potential pathogens.

If the cuticle is significantly compacted and / or partially covers the nail, it can be cut, but be very careful and use sterile instruments. If you have a fungal nail infection, or other diseases associated with the feet before you trim the cuticles, consult your doctor.

Pedicure for men

Pedicure for men and women is quite different, because according to research, only 15% of men at least once in his life did a complete pedicure. Usually they are limited by the fact that more or less regularly trimmed nails and washed his feet. Meanwhile, a pedicure is not to apply varnish on the nails neat and, above all, to prevent infection of nails and cracks on the soles of the feet. If you go to the gym, often wearing closed shoes, and do not care for their feet properly, the risk of fungal infection Fungal infection: to prevent and defeat   It is increasing rapidly. So that men and women need to regularly use the advantages provided by a good pedicure.

Dry skin needs special attention and care. In order to "bring it back to life," will require a small, but regular efforts that will bring the skin to normal view, observe the following rules for the care of dry skin and problems gradually thing of the past.

Use mild cleansers

Experts say that dry skin is best suited cleansers, which do not contain soap and fragrances. Products with deodorant and antibacterial ingredients may be too aggressive for dry skin.

You can also use the cleaning agents, which contain ceramides - lipid molecules forming the outer barrier of the skin, promoting its protection and moisture retention.

It is recommended to completely eliminate the use of toners, peels and other cosmetic products containing alcohol - they can only aggravate the condition of dry skin. If you use a scrub, do not rub the skin too much, so as not to cause irritation.

Use a razor blade correctly

Shaving also can irritate dry skin. Shaving unwanted hair, you remove the natural oils from the skin and often hurt the surface.

It is best to shave after you've taken a shower or bath: during this time the hair more soft and pliable, and the pores are open, making it easier shave. Always use a foam or shaving gel and shave hair, razor wire in the direction of growth - it will reduce the chance of damage to the skin. Razor blade must always be sharp; dull blade leads to further irritation. If you are using blade is not the first time, pre-clean it with alcohol.

Dress for the weather

In winter it is recommended to wear layers of clothing (eg T-shirt, long sleeve shirt, a thin sweater and jacket are better than one thick sweater and a jacket). This will prevent overheating and excessive sweating - and then, and more particularly harmful for dry skin.

In the summer, in hot and sunny weather, wear light, spacious long clothes. About sunscreen, however. Also not to be forgotten - they need to be applied to all exposed areas of the body.

Moisturize the air

The cold, dry winter air, is known to promote skin dryness. Recommended air humidity is 50% (it can be measured using inexpensive device - hygrometer). If your home is too dry air, buy humidifiers, heaters, or put on a tank with water - it quickly enough will have a beneficial impact on the dry skin.

Follow the rules humidification

The main rule of dry skin - regular moisturizing. The key word here - "regular"; If moisturize the skin from time to time, tangible results will not be. Even simple and low-cost products may well moisturize the skin - such as Vaseline Vaseline: old friend , Mineral oil, or olive oil. They are generally not used in place of a day cream (they leave on the skin a strong shine), but can be applied to the skin before bedtime Dreams: how to understand our dreams .

If you need high-quality moisturizers, look for creams with ingredients such as shea butter, ceramides, stearic acid or glycerol Glycerine: a miracle ingredient for skin and hair . All of these substances help restore the great outer protective barrier of the skin.

No matter which moisturizer you choose, you need to use them correctly:

• Before applying moisturizer clean the skin with a means that does not contain soap (ideal if it includes ceramides);
• Pat skin with a towel or tissue, but do not wipe it dry;
• Apply no more wet skin a thick layer of moisturizer. After several minutes to remove the excess cream with a paper towel.

Moisturize your hands every time after you wash them - because they wash very often, the skin on his hands faster than in other parts of the body loses moisture.

Finally, be sure to use a day cream with SPF of at least 15 - they moisturize the skin and prevent premature aging.