Still, the guys can not be fooled. Scientists have proved that nails with colored lacquer, well-groomed legs and pink heels attract young men like honey - bees. Even more than short skirts and an open top. And if in the winter you did a pedicure on a case-by-case basis, now, closer to spring, it's time to hold skin care for your feet and nails.
So that the summer will not end.
Do not look for excuses for yourself, if you do not have time to enroll in a beauty salon, and therefore the legs are not in the best condition. So it's no good! Pedicure is not just a cosmetic, but also a hygienic procedure. It should be done at least once every two weeks, sometimes more often. It all depends on your individual characteristics, lifestyle. As a rule, active and mobile vacations or holidays become a real test for our feet. Also remember that in the warm season nails grow faster. In addition, open shoes do not protect the skin from dust and dirt.
Emergency exit.
Who do you think is the best way to take care of your feet? That's right, you yourself! Nothing complicated in this. Choose a day when you do not need to rush somewhere, and you can calmly give yourself hours two or three. This is the time it will take to care for the skin of the legs and nails. In addition, if the coating is done with varnish, it must also dry. Sit back in the bathroom or in your room. Prepare everything you need - saws, scissors, scrub, creams, a couple of towels, a chair and a basin. If all this is, you can start!
By secret to the whole world.
No one will guess that you did the pedicure yourself, if you observe two magic rules. They guarantee an ideal result:
№ 1 - it is necessary to steam the skin very well. Do not be too lazy to hold your feet for about twenty minutes in hot water. Of course, not in boiling water, but the temperature should be high enough. Be sure to add liquid soap or foam. If you want something special, dissolve 2-3 tablespoons of ordinary salt, dropping a few drops of aromatic oil on it. For example, mint - it refreshes and restores strength. Or bergamot - he invigorates. And the lavender calms. You can put a kettle next to it and pour a little warm water. Also, a pedicure is very convenient after taking a bath or shower. While you dabble, the skin softens. It will be easy to process even without special skills.
№2 - carefully choose tools. Let's see what you have in the arsenal. Pumice? Throw it out, it only loosens and damages the skin on the heels. It has long been thought of effective and safe crystal "floats" and blades of granite chips. It sounds scary, but what an effect! With their help in circular motions, you can remove the coarsened areas from the feet and fingers. From a metal nail file, too, is to get rid of, but quickly. A diamond file is able to give the nails the right shape. It gently removes roughness and retains the nail enamel.
Zone of special attention.
• Heels and fingers. Do not try to get rid of everything superfluous at once. The skin on the feet is very gentle. It is several times thinner than on other parts of the body. Strengthen the effect and remove keratinized particles will help a special foot scrub. And do not even think about trying to cut corns yourself. You do not have the tools and experience to do this. But the unnecessary problems and thrill can appear in a second.
Cuticle. Handle it with a special way and never cut it. Since even the smallest wound can lead to inflammation. Just apply a softening gel on the cuticle. This will protect the skin from damage.
• Nails. First trim them with special nail clippers or scissors in a straight line. Do not rush it and do it in several stages. So you keep the integrity of the nail plate. Do not be surprised that you can not cut corners categorically. So the nail can grow. Corners need to file, paying attention to the direction of movement. The most sparing option is from the edges to the center. From random movements of the nails begin to separate and crumble. In just a couple of strokes double-sided polishing the surface of the nails will become smooth and smooth. If ingrownion could not be avoided, then no self-activity should not be shown. Only a pedicure specialist can help, and not every one. It is also better not to use popular recipes, because the effect from them does not come soon.
Finishing touch.
Even if you do not paint your nails with colored lacquer, a colorless base coat is worth putting. In any case, it will serve as a protection against mechanical damage and various bacteria. If you feel that there is not enough bright accent, then it will be a new varnish! If you use separators or finger holders, then you can paint your nails evenly. From above it is necessary to put the fixer, giving shine and protecting a varnish from cracks.
Continue to take care of the skin of the legs and nails.
The legs will look perfect, if not only often do a pedicure, but also maintain at the proper level the created beauty. For this, before going to bed, pamper yourself with a small foot massage and apply a nourishing cream. Those areas of skin that are coarse, will gradually soften. Nail and cuticle lubricate with healing oil, restoring their structure. But if you wear shoes with stiff insoles on very high heels, the problem can become even more acute. If you notice a new callus or irritation, then the situation can be saved by immediately making a bath with chamomile. In addition, pharmacies sell a special patch against calluses, which removes pain and heals the damaged skin. Just in case, carry it with you, so that if necessary, you should provide yourself with an ambulance.