The Nail Doctor: Children Have Nail Problems Too
Nail problems in children and adolescents may often mirror those disorders found in adults, but some differences exist.
by Richard K. Scher, MD
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Nail problems in children and adolescents may often mirror those disorders found in adults, but some differences exist.
The Dallas News interviews Missy Malone, a certified medical nail technician and founder of SPAtaneity Natural Nail Salon specializing in waterless pedicures and disposable nail kits. "Our goal is to ensure that we provide safe care to those who are diabetic, cancer patients, anyone with an immunosuppressed condition, even our elderly," Malone says.
FootLogix Foot Soak is an anti-fungal and callus-softening soak that cleanses and rehydrates skin.
Angelfeet Sterilizable Pedicure File handles the thickest calluses without shredding the skin.
The cracked heel formula mousse by Footlogix incorporates dermal infusion technology and is proven to moisturize and repair extremely callused, thick, and cracked skin.
Nails & Faces of Joy, an award-winning salon/spa located in Waldorf, Md. that has specialized in diabetic pedicures and foot care since 2010, has now added free services for cancer patients.
Medical and beauty professionals need not be at odds with each other. Instead, techs can help create a bridge between professions, with multiple benefits to both tech and doctor.
Xenna Corporation’s CalleX Ointment thins and softens hardened skin and exfoliates dry, cracked heels.
Holly reminds us that we all have our own paths to walk. So let’s focus on embracing it instead of ignoring it.
This month’s assignment is to recap the top discussion topics-those that garnered the greatest number of responses-on Beauty Tech.com’s Nail Tech mailing list over the past 12 months.