At Anaël, a pedicure is a hands-on foot-care service carried out by the salon's team: nails, cuticles, and skin are all attended to in the same appointment.
Technology: Manual technique, no technological device involved. Equipment: Standard professional products and materials; brand to be confirmed.
What it is
It involves shaping the nails, caring for the cuticles, treating the skin of the foot -including any harder areas- and applying the finish of your choice.
Common goals
It's mostly sought to keep feet well-groomed and comfortable day to day, and especially before wearing sandals or heading to the beach or pool.
Who it may suit
Anyone who wants to keep their feet in good shape on a regular basis, or simply wants to get them ready for a specific occasion.
Treatment areas
Toenails, cuticles, and the skin of the foot, including heels and any harder areas.
What a typical appointment looks like
The appointment usually includes cleaning and shaping the nails, cuticle care, attention to the skin of the foot -with exfoliation or filing on harder areas where needed- and the final finish you choose.
What you might feel
For most people it's a comfortable, relaxing moment; you may notice a bit more pressure while harder areas of skin are worked on, without it being uncomfortable.
Preparation
No special preparation is needed; it helps to wear open or comfortable footwear for after the session, especially if you're having polish applied.
Aftercare
Avoid tight footwear in the following hours, especially if you have freshly applied polish, and keep your feet moisturized in the days after.
There's usually nothing notable to feel; where harder skin has been worked on more deeply, some mild, temporary sensitivity may remain.
A treatment adapted to you
The team adapts the work to the actual condition of your feet -more or less hardened skin, more or less fragile nails- and to the finish you prefer.
If you have an open wound, an infection, or an active ingrown nail, mention it before your appointment so the team can decide how to proceed.
Alternatives at Anaël
It's common to combine it with a manicure to cover hands and feet in the same visit; the team can advise you on how to arrange both appointments.
Common reasons to consult
It's chosen both for regular upkeep and for specific moments: before a trip, an event, or at the start of open-shoe season.
