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Pedicures can be quite tough on a nail tech’s body. Holding legs while clipping toenails, massaging calves and ankles, and scrubbing down thick callus can all quickly lead to sore backs and arms — and cranky dispositions. Here’s what some techs have done to keep their poise during strenuous pedicures.
Step-by-step by Talons Nail Evolution, Victoria, B.C., Canada
Beech Sandals’ Pedicure Slippers have toe separators to stretch toes and the sole of the foot for comfort, and to help keep polish from smudging after a pedicure.
Sanitas Skincare’s Callus Cream is an extra-strength treatment formulated to re-texturize and soften hard, callused skin.
Xenna Corporation’s CalleX Ointment thins and softens hardened skin and exfoliates dry, cracked heels.
International Pedicure Association. Past webinar topics have explored infection control, media and public relations, and customer service.
The Pedicute from Continuum Foot Spas is a mobile foot spa with an adjustable leg so the foot rest can be raised and lowered during the service.
Step-by-step by The Painted Nail, Sherman Oaks, Calif.
AB Happy Feet 20% Glycolic Treatment Pads contain pure, medical-grade glycolic acid to slough off dead skin on the thick layers of the feet while cleaning and moisturizing.
Tropical Shine’s Replace-A-File system consists of a disinfectable plastic file core and a replaceable strip.
