When Empty is Better
Sanitation-conscious patrons may prefer to be able to inspect the pedicure basin’s cleanliness and see you draw fresh water just for them.
High-Heel Stats
A survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association crunches the numbers on how much we suffer, and why we wear, high-heeled shoes.
Foot Massage as Profitable Add-On
The pedicure started as an afterthought in the nail industry but has grown into a popular, high-profile service. Adding a professional foot massage can increase profits and solidify your client base.
Could It Be Gel Toes?
Those subtle classy toes peeking out beneath a sandal may look like they’re flashing just ordinary polish, but in fact they could be secretly showcasing the newest trend in feet — gel toes. Here's a step-by-step.
by Tim Crowley
a.h.a Sea Scrub
CND’s a.h.a Sea Scrub from the SpaPedicure Series is an aromatic foot scrub with quartz crystals, natural beach sand, and marine alpha-hydroxy acid for dual exfoliation of rough, dry skin on the soles of the feet.
Aloe Foot & Callus Rub
Pamper tired and aching feet with Set-N-Me-Free’s Aloe Foot & Callus Rub.
2 Smooth Callus Remover
Soft Touch’s 2 Smooth Callus Remover removes calluses within minutes.
Luxury Foot Scrub
Pedi-Sox’s new Luxury Foot Scrub uses Natural Earth Mineral Clay to cleanse, tone, and absorb impurities from the skin, restoring it to its natural condition.
Callus Compassion: Filing Feet
It’s important to pay extra attention to callus filing, because when clients go home and feel the refreshing softness of their feet, they’ll realize that the only way to repeat this wonderful sensation is to go back for another pedicure.
by Tim Crowley
Smooth Sole-ing
Feet are at the forefront of your clients’ minds in the summer, but that still doesn’t mean they don’t want them in tip-top shape when they’re seen during the winter months…even if it’s just running around the house barefoot.
Themed Pedicures
Services like the chocolate pedicure, or even hot stone massages and reflexology, are great ways to keep clients coming back for more.
Texas, Washington State Make Fish Pedicures Illegal
Texas and Washington State banned fish pedicures due to safety concerns.
Callus Compassion: Filing Feet
Tech Writes the Book on Pedicures
Dearborn Heights, Mich.-based nail technician Ruth Windsor, has written a pedicure manual for techs who want to take their services to the next level.
When Feet Are Beat: Marketing to Marathoners
In October, Mario Tricoci Hair Salons & Day Spas offered Chicago-area runners the opportunity to work out the kinks after the Bank of America Chicago Marathon with complimentary upgrades to massages and pedicures during the week following the race.
Variety of New Scrubs
Haken has a wide variety of new scrubs and masks to fit most themed services.
Tahitian Flower Body Butter and Sugar Souffle
LaLicious has a new Tahitian-Flower-themed Body Butter and Sugar Souffle.