SPA pedicure: step-by-step instructions and scrub recipes

Any type of pedicure is aimed at improving the condition of the skin of the feet and maintaining their healthy condition, but a spa pedicure provides, in addition to a healing effect, also a relaxing effect. You don’t have to go to a specialized salon for the procedure; you can get it anywhere where a good pedicurist works.

And knowing some of the characteristic features of such a pedicure, you can do it at home.

What is SPA pedicure

SPA is a wellness complex of procedures using water, and SPA pedicure is an improvement in the condition of feet, toes and heels using baths, oils and herbs.

Once you try a spa pedicure, you will forever refuse other care options. High-quality and gentle care and a relaxing atmosphere - this is what a real foot spa represents.

Features and benefits of SPA pedicure:

• Non-invasive skin treatment methods are used. Treatment of areas of the foot is carried out without the use of hard graters or pumice. Cleansing is achieved through high-quality softening of the skin;
• Foot care activities take about two hours in total;
• An integral part of a real SPA pedicure is aromatherapy and calm background music;
• In addition to the obvious improvement in the appearance of the legs, the mood improves and the whole body feels relaxed;

Differences from regular pedicure

The difference between such a session and a pedicure is the absence of rough effects on the skin. The integrity of the skin is not compromised, since nothing is cut or filed down. Rough areas and calluses are eliminated by dissolving with special means. The process is characterized by a gentle effect without pain or discomfort. The risk of injury is completely eliminated.

Due to the uniform removal of the upper stratum corneum of the skin, the effect of a pedicure is preserved for a long time. In some cases it can last up to 30 days. The session will take about 2 hours.

During the procedure, the person completely relaxes. This is facilitated by special music for meditation or tracks with sounds of nature. In addition, candles and incense are used. Maximum comfort is ensured by equipping the office with pedicure chairs in which you can sit comfortably.

Some salons have vibrating massage chairs that massage the client’s lumbar region and back during a pedicure.

During the session, the master uses massage and various drugs that stimulate blood circulation and help relieve fatigue from the lower extremities. Thus, spa pedicure combines aesthetics and medicine.

What is needed to carry out

To perform a SPA pedicure, the following accessories, materials and products are required:

• Bath . It is best to use a special electric container with the ability to control the water temperature. In the absence of it, you can use the usual one, but then you will have to monitor the maintenance of the desired temperature yourself. Hydromassage baths for spa pedicure help relieve swelling and improve blood circulation. Depending on the model, the device may include several massage modes, infrared heating and aromatherapy function.
• oil or any other essential extract. It is better to use products with an antiseptic effect - tea tree, nutmeg, cloves or ginger. As an alternative, pay attention to special products for water baths from Grandmother Agafya with juniper or Vilsen with fruit acids and rosemary;
• Towel;
• Scrub .
  Beauty Style sugar scrub is great for pedicure. Fine abrasive particles delicately clean even problem areas. All types of foot scrubs, how to use, review of products and recipes
• Mask . Pay attention to the nutritious “Tasty Legs” from Irisk with chocolate butter and candelilla wax. It guarantees deep hydration and also promotes the healing of cracks.
• Cream .
  You can moisturize your feet with any rich cream. Juniper from Grandmother Agafya, Scholl or Oriflame with beeswax - all these products do an excellent job of moisturizing and preventing the appearance of corns and roughness. Types of foot care creams
• Equipment - for beauty salons and spas. It is important that the chair for the client allows the body to relax as much as possible, the footrest is adjustable, and the location of the master helps not to strain the back.

Contraindications

SPA pedicure has many advantages, but no matter how useful the procedure is, it also has contraindications. Experts do not recommend resorting to this type of care for the following conditions:

• fungal skin infections;
• rash on the body of allergic or other origin;
• diabetes;
• thrombophlebitis and varicose veins;
• pregnancy period.

When choosing a beauty salon, pay attention to the environment in the pedicure room. You should like everything: from the music and the smell of aromatic oils to the color of the walls in the room. Perform a Spa manicure once every 1-1.5 months. Take the time to pamper yourself and enjoy a pleasant procedure. Let self-care bring you health and joy!

Main stages

1. Steaming . For 5-10 minutes, the feet are steamed in a bath with an antiseptic or essential oils. The water temperature should not exceed 38-40 degrees. The main thing is to observe the specified temperature; cold water does not have a sufficient effect, and excessively hot water has a negative effect on blood vessels;
2. Gentle cleansing . At this stage, a soft scrub is applied. The drug allows you to get rid of dead skin without using graters;
3. Hydration . Nourishing mask with natural ingredients. Most often, products with seaweed, aloe extract and mineral clays are used for pedicure. The mask is left on for 10 minutes unless the instructions dictate a different time interval;
4. Foot massage . At this stage, a foot massage is performed to help relieve tension and improve blood circulation. The final step is to apply a nourishing cream for deep hydration.

If a coating is planned after the pedicure, the nail plates are treated with a primer.

Depending on the type, a spa pedicure may include additional steps or exclude basic ones.

Foot bath products - how to use and types

About the SPA complex of pedicure services

A real SPA pedicure is not a well-consonant fashionable combination of words - it is a whole range of services that is carried out with the aim of improving and preventing the appearance of the legs, as well as with the aim of obtaining a certain degree of pleasure from the procedures performed (massage, cosmetic, or fish peeling ).

By performing a SPA pedicure, the client combines business with pleasure, so he no longer needs to think about which pedicure is better - the pedicure SPA complex combines the entire “package” of possible services for performing a pedicure and even a manicure.

It is worth noting that the options for performing such a pedicure can be completely different - it all depends on what cosmetics will be used for the pedicure, whether the list of services provided also includes a manicure, as well as on the general technology for carrying out all procedures.

The average cost of a SPA manicure and pedicure complex will depend on all these “variations”.

Sometimes, having learned what the average cost of such services in beauty salons is, girls get scared, not knowing how much it can cost in general. Indeed, sometimes the average cost of a spa pedicure goes beyond the imaginable and unimaginable budgetary limits (40-300 USD), but this also has its “advantages”.

In addition, wide chains of manicure and pedicure salons often organize “sales” of their services - by visiting a certain nail service establishment on the right day and at the right time, you can get a huge discount (up to 60-75%) on a comprehensive spa pedicure.

Based on this, it is worth considering whether it is necessary to abandon the “visual high cost” prematurely or whether it is better to get a high-quality package of SPA services for a reasonable fee. And even if you have to pay a little more for a comprehensive manicure and pedicure than for a classic one, it's worth it. Hence the main question: what does a SPA pedicure include, what are the stages in the sequence of performing these services? We will talk about this further.

Classical

A classic SPA pedicure does not involve the use of narrowly targeted products and is used to gently and delicately cleanse the feet and give them a well-groomed appearance.

For the procedure you need:

• Foot bath;
• Favorite oils and herbs;
• Scrub with medium-sized abrasive particles;
• Towel;
• Mask for legs;
• Nutritious cream;

Classic SPA pedicure step by step:

1. Prepare a bath at a temperature of 38°-40° and place your feet in it for 7-10 minutes;
2. Dry your skin lightly with a towel and use a scrub. Massage for 3-5 minutes and rinse with warm water;
3. Apply the mask according to the instructions. Depending on the product chosen, the drug can be used on wet or dry skin;
4. After 7-10 minutes, remove the composition with water and massage your feet for 10-15 minutes;
5. Lubricate your feet with cream and put on socks.

When preparing for a classic spa pedicure, pay attention to these products:

Antiseptic tablets for pedicure Cuccio with citrus

The tablets are intended for use during softening baths to disinfect the skin. Sold individually - the price for one tablet is 35 rubles.

Nourishing mask Oriflame “Swedish SPA”

Seaweed, shea butter and beeswax provide hydration, stimulate circulation and protect skin from damage. Used both for spa pedicures and as independent foot skin care. Price for 100 ml – about 250 rubles

Gel-scrub Talaris

The product with volcanic pumice particles, aloe gel and chamomile extract effectively cleanses and also stimulates cell renewal. Price – 200 rubles for 250 ml.

Yves Rocher Nourishing Foot Cream

Moisturizing cream with lavender saturates the skin with moisture and fights the appearance of cracks. Standard tube 75 ml. will cost 540 rubles.

Aravia Callus Cream

Great for salon pedicures. Contains urea, coconut and avocado oil for effective hydration. A large package of 550 ml costs about 740 rubles.

If you perform a spa pedicure at home

You can conduct a spa pedicure session yourself, having prepared in advance all the necessary materials and cosmetics. It is recommended to use professional products to enhance the effect, but if these are not available, then substances that were prepared independently using folk recipes will do.

The bath can be replaced with any other container that is suitable in size. A spa pedicure should be performed by a loved one so that you can completely relax. This cosmetic and wellness procedure does not require a large amount of expenditure and, if the recommendations are followed, has a similar effect as a session in a salon.

Japanese

Following the appearance of Japanese SPA manicure in the list of salon procedures, SPA pedicure also appeared. Japanese pedicure is a set of pleasant actions aimed at healing, relaxing and treating the skin of the feet and nails.

Types of SPA manicure, how it is done and necessary cosmetics

To complete this you will need:

• Foot bath;
• Lavender, clove, lotus or any other essential oil;
• Herbs for bath. You can use chamomile, sage and a little mint;
• Scrub for cleansing feet from keratinization. All types of foot scrub are suitable for pedicure, but it is better to give preference to gel products - they are better distributed;
• Rice block for polishing. At the moment, you can only purchase the tool from the Masura brand;

• Mineral nail paste. The drug is a special composition containing pearl chips, which evens out the plate, fills in unevenness and strengthens it. Masura, Irisk or Patrisa - choose based on your preferences and budget.
• Wax or powder for sealing. Buy powder from the same manufacturer as the paste. Then the means will not conflict with each other and the effect will last longer;
• Atsui bags with salts, herbs and oils. It’s not easy to find them on open sale, but Masura offer several options in different colors;
• Kichin for proper distribution of mineral paste – 2 pieces;
• Nourishing foot cream;
• An orange or tangerine stick for working with the nail after the bath. No pushers, tweezers or trimmers - only natural materials.

Before you start working directly on your feet and nails. Be sure to turn on suitable music, light candles and surround yourself with all the attributes of a spa. The right atmosphere is the key to a successful pedicure; it will affect not only the legs, but also the nervous system and the entire body as a whole.

Step-by-step instructions for performing a Japanese SPA pedicure:

1. Foot bath with essential oils and herbs. It is best to use oil with an antiseptic effect, and herbs with a relaxing and caring effect. An excellent combination is tea tree and sage. The optimal time for a pedicure bath is 8-10 minutes.
2. Cuticle treatment. The skin is moved with an orange stick without sudden movements and strong physical impact;
3. Scrubbing with massage movements. Particular attention is paid to problem areas - the heels and side of the foot;
4. Polishing with a rice block. Do not file down the plate too much; it is enough to remove the top glossy layer for better penetration of subsequent products;
5. Application of mineral paste. It is important to pay attention to the application technology - from the center to the side rollers. The distribution is made using kichin made of suede or leather;
6. Fixing the coating with wax or powder containing wax. Manipulations are carried out according to the same scheme as applying the paste using a separate kichin;
7. Massage with Atsui bags. Depending on the desired effect, they can be heated or cooled. Cold massage tones and tightens pores, and hot massage relaxes and improves blood circulation;
8. Moisturizing with cream. As an option - Sante cream with seaweed. The product moisturizes and refreshes the skin of the feet.

Suitable means

Mineral paste Masura

The product with tea tree oil does an excellent job of strengthening nails, brittleness and peeling. Cannot be washed off with water or nail polish removers. Suitable for both manicure and pedicure. Retail price is about 1100 rubles.

Masura Sealing Powder

Powder with beeswax enhances the shine of nails and creates an additional protective layer from exposure to ultraviolet radiation and aggressive household products. Price – about 1100 rubles.

cream with seaweed

Kelp, urea, and glycerin help moisturize the skin and maintain the effect for up to 24 hours. Price for 50 ml is about 80 rubles.

Professional cosmetic lines for pedicure

Manicure cat's eye photo, technology

For nail services in our SPA club we use leading professional cosmetic lines:

• Creative Nail Design (USA)
• Planetnails
• Masura
• P.Shine
• Allabella
• Shellac
• Alessandro.

Using the products of these lines, our masters provide a full range of hand and foot care services:

• Mani Pedi
• spa manicure spa and pedicure
• perform nail extensions and designs,

as well as various SPA treatments for hand and foot care.

Creative Nail Design

In 1979, the course of development of the beauty industry was changed irrevocably, because a new company with the symbolic name Creative Nail Design appeared on the nail market. Creative means unusual. Unusual in style, in the method of doing business, in nail design. And the company, which at first was a family business and consisted of only 7 people, has been proving its creativity every day for 26 years.

Its birth was marked by the appearance of a new series of nail modeling materials, which had no equal before on the nail market. The founder of the company Dr.Stuart Nordstrom, an experimental chemist, in a garage near San Diego, California, managed to invent such preparations that, according to the masters, became truly “liquid gold”, giving artificial nails not only exceptional qualities such as flexibility and strength, but also a completely natural appearance. This is how the SolarNail product line was born, which means “sunny nail.” This was the first sign in a series of new generation products developed and introduced by Creative Nail Design Corporation.

It is the Creative Nail Design corporation that holds the palm in creating SPA manicure and pedicure services, which have now become hits in the field of nail services. The use of natural remedies, extracts and oils of fruits and flowers, natural minerals, volcanic clays not only makes the skin of the hands and feet silky, but also relieves stress and relaxes, renewing both soul and body.

Varnish selection

In order not to limit our beloved customers in their choice, we have expanded the palette of varnishes, using not only Creative and Alessandro varnishes, but also offering you varnishes from the JESSICA, ORLY, ESSIE and OPI lines.

• ESSIE polishes

The ESSIE line of varnishes, with a unique formula of increased durability, was specially created for shows of high fashion houses.

• JESSICA polishes

The JESSICA varnish palette includes colors that are fashionable in each specific season and is replenished with the latest nuances, which enriches the signature collection of varnishes from Jessica.

• ORLY polishes

A classic that has become a legend. The varnish formula contains special strengthening components.

• Lucky O∙P∙I

OPI nail polishes are in great demand among both professionals and beauty salon clients. The formula of the varnishes contains natural silk and amino acids, natural mother-of-pearl, and glitter.

The varnishes lie smoothly on the nails and hold firmly when applied in two layers over the base coat, do not dry out the nails, and strengthen them. Exclusive patents for branded products confirm the inexhaustible creative potential of the company, and the famous collections of O∙P∙I varnishes are admired.

Brazilian

Brazilian SPA pedicure is a very specific type, as it is carried out without the use of water. And, strictly speaking, it does not apply to the spa. For softening and care, socks with emulsion are used. Pedicure kits are intended for single use.

For a pedicure, you only need a special set with socks, disposable instruments and antiseptic.

Step-by-step instructions for a Brazilian SPA pedicure:

1. Treat your feet with an antiseptic;
2. Shape your nails with a file;
3. Put on socks with emulsion from the Brazilian pedicure kit, distributing the composition so that most of it is in the most problematic areas - the heels and toes;
4. Fasten the socks to the ankle to create a greenhouse effect and leave for 10-15 minutes;
5. Carefully cut off the tip of the toe near the toes;
6. Treat your nails and cuticles with an orange stick;
7. Take off your socks, remove the product with a paper towel and massage your feet for a couple of minutes.

After the session, you can apply the coating, but before that you need to degrease the nail plate.

Products for Brazilian pedicure:

Pedicure set from BalbCare

The set includes socks with pedicure emulsion, an orange stick and a disposable file. The emulsion contains tea tree extract with antiseptic properties and witch hazel extract to regulate blood circulation. The average price is 200 rubles.

Pedicure set from NK Cosmetic

The cream in the socks is enriched with urea for moisturizing, vitamin E to slow down aging and keratin for strengthening. Price from the manufacturer is 125 rubles.

What should a pedicure look like in 2022 (lots of photos)

To make your legs look great, there are some fashion trends that you should pay attention to that will surely make you look your best!

In principle, the same rules apply to pedicure as for manicure: naturalness, well-groomed simplicity, practicality, but originality is very welcome.

Let's start with the shape of the nail - it, of course, can be square, but it is better to give preference to classic rounded shapes, the main thing is that all nails have the same outline and are neatly filed.

As for fashion design, there is plenty to roam around here.

In general, of course, delicate pastel colors are welcome, so a nude pedicure will undoubtedly help your legs look stylish. If a simple beige varnish seems boring, then you can play with textures, add a design to individual nails, or use rhinestones.

The latest nail design trends 2016 are here

One of the new trends that undoubtedly deserves attention is gradient application of varnish, which produces a smooth transition from one tone to another. The transition can be carried out both within one nail and from the thumb to the little finger, creating interesting color transitions.

Noble dark tones: burgundy, wine, black and others will not lose their relevance. Despite the fact that in 2016 the palm does not belong to them, they look very elegant.

An interesting technique is to perform both the same manicure on your hands and pedicure on your feet.

In the summer, this combination looks especially great and always attracts attention.

One of the favorites of the season is yellow. It can be used either independently or as a base tone in combination with other colors or interesting decor.

With the arrival of the beach season, stylists predict an increase in the popularity of blue, turquoise, mint, and coral tones associated with summer holidays.

As in previous seasons, the current technique is to highlight the thumbnail with decor. Here you can use artistic painting, modeling, rhinestones. Of course, modeling and rhinestones are more suitable for the summer season, when it is time for open sandals. For winter, more modest options will be more practical. As for painting, the undoubted hit is abstract drawings. Despite the apparent simplicity of execution, they require certain skills, so only experienced craftsmen can do them.

Brand systems

Brands that produce professional lines of products for salons have their own technologies for performing spa pedicures. They differ in the composition of the means, sequence and technique of implementation. The only thing they have in common is the result in the form of well-groomed foot skin.

O.P.I.

Professional set OPI Natural line for spa pedicure includes 6 essential steps for cleansing and transforming the skin of your feet.

1. Cleansing oil foam with avocado, tea tree and grapefruit;
2. Horny softener;
3. Scrub with sugar crystals and vitamins A and E;
4. Clay based mask;
5. Massage lotion;
6. Protective cream to prevent the formation of corns.

Each product is available in several volume options.

CND

The CND brand offers a four-step Marine SPA pedicure care system. System composition:

1. Cleansing composition;
2. Peeling preparation;
3. Mask for cooling and relieving swelling;
4. Massage product with a complex of oils.

La Ric

A complete La Ric SPA complex for spa pedicure, combined with aromatherapy. The line includes several varieties of oils for aromatic collars and baths. In addition, the system includes a mask and massage oil.

Gehwol

The German manufacturer Gehwol offers 3 products in the line for SPA pedicure:

1. Creamy lavender bath product;
2. Pearl peeling for thorough cleansing;
3. Cream with the aroma of honey and milk with the addition of hyaluronic acid;
4. The kit also includes a pumice stone for rough skin.

Essie

The Essie spa pedicure system includes 5 products with individual functions and natural ingredients. At the same time, all products are enriched with ginger, lime, orange and lemon oils.

1. Tonic salt with citrus extracts;
2. Scrub with sunflower seed oil and walnut shells;
3. Mask with chamomile and aloe;
4. Cream with royal jelly and Shea butter;
5. Massage product with apricot, passionflower and rose oils.

For an example of SPA pedicure technology - instructions for implementation from CUCCIO (attention - not a very high-quality translation):

SPA pedicure from CUCCIO - step-by-step recommendations for implementation

It is worth noting

Recently, a combined method, including hardware and European, has become especially popular.
The advantage of this option is that it does not require preliminary steaming. Due to the fact that today there are different types of pedicure, you can easily choose the most suitable option for yourself and your feet will always look beautiful.

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At home

You can carry out the procedure at home yourself. To do this, it is enough to acquire a small set of tools and allocate 30-40 minutes of time.

Instructions for home spa pedicure:

1. Fill a bath with water, add your favorite herbs and oils and soak your feet there for 10 minutes;
2. Treat the cuticle with an orange stick or pusher;
3. Distribute a small amount of scrub over the foot and massage the skin with particles for 3-5 minutes, then rinse your feet;
4. Dry your feet with a towel and apply a mask;
5. Remove the product with warm water and perform a light massage – 7-10 minutes;
6. Moisturize your skin with nourishing cream and put on thick socks.

Scrub recipes for spa pedicure

To carry out the procedure yourself, you can use products prepared according to traditional recipes. Homemade masks and scrubs do not require large expenses, since the ingredients can be found in any housewife’s kitchen. To prepare the scrub you will need:

• sea ​​salt - 1 tbsp. l.;
• dry or liquid cream - 1 tbsp. l.;
• olive oil - 1 tbsp. l.;
• grapefruit oil - a few drops.

All components are thoroughly mixed and applied to the skin.

A coffee-based scrub is no less effective. It requires:

• ground coffee - 1 tbsp. l.;
• sour cream or honey - 1 tbsp. l.

The ingredients are mixed, applied to the skin and massage the surface of the feet with light movements.

Minimal costs are required to prepare the product, which consists of:

• 1 tbsp. l. cane sugar;
• 1 tbsp. l. olive oil.

This composition is used to massage the fingers, feet and calves for 10 minutes. The remaining substance can be stored in the refrigerator and used in the future. Sessions are carried out once every 1-2 months to keep the skin soft and well-groomed.

Procedures supporting pedicure

After a visit to the salon or home care, you need to carry out maintenance procedures to maintain the effect. At least twice a week, feet should be moisturized with creams based on soothing herbs. Scrubs designed specifically for feet and containing apricot, almond, etc. kernels will be useful. Peeling with their help should also be done at least 2 times a week.

A good way to prevent keratinization of the skin of the feet is to wear comfortable shoes made of high-quality materials that prevent excessive sweating.

Fish pedicure (with fish)

An exotic type of pedicure, which is used as a relaxation procedure. During the session, the legs are immersed in an aquarium with garra rufa fish - these small creatures in nature feed on bacteria and organic debris. Garra rufas do not have teeth; they use their lips to clean food from various objects, and do the same when in contact with their feet, removing keratinized areas with their oral sucker.

Fish cannot get rid of very rough skin on the feet; after them, you need to additionally carry out a regular pedicure. But the “fish” pedicure has its advantages:

• Gives pleasant emotions, charges with positivity.
• Garra rufa perform a kind of massage that increases blood circulation in the feet.
• The enzyme that fish secrete to break down food contains an antiseptic component, so the condition of the skin improves after a pedicure.