Today there is a huge variety of procedures aimed at caring for the skin of the hands, feet and nails. And the Brazilian pedicure has become a kind of innovation, since it does not use silicone-based products, which also include preservatives. After all, they can adversely affect the condition of the skin.
What is a procedure?
Many people ask: "Brazilian pedicure - what is it?" And really, how does it differ from similar procedures? First of all, it is worth remembering that the basis is a special cream with a natural composition, the action of which is catalyzed with the help of socks. Yes Yes. Nobody will soak the legs, as is the case with a regular pedicure. The effect on the skin is carried out only with cream, which begins to work more actively in the warmth - in the socks. The duration of the procedure can vary from 20 to 60 minutes, depending on who does the Brazilian pedicure and what. So, the cream for him should be selected with special care, otherwise there is a risk of not feeling the whole miracle of the spa session.
Cream Ingredients
Since it is the cream that is the basis for the procedure, known as the Brazilian pedicure, it is worth talking about its composition separately. In this case, it does not matter which manufacturer produces the product. The cream must contain the following ingredients:
- tea tree oil (a natural antiseptic that additionally moisturizes and nourishes the skin);
- witch hazel (whose roots and branches are actively used in cosmetology because they have an astringent effect);
- calcium (strengthens nails);
- allantoin (the root of the medicinal comfrey with healing properties);
- beeswax (favorably affects the skin, making it moisturized, nourishes and heals small wounds and cracks).
Brazilian manicure and pedicure with a cream of this composition is becoming a truly healing procedure. Therefore, it is so popular. With regular performance (at least once a week), a truly amazing result is observed: the skin becomes soft and pleasant, healthy, without cracks and dryness. And this is especially true in the summer, when girls and women wear open shoes, showing others their legs.
How to pedicure at home
Even at home, the procedure is not at all difficult. You will need a minimum set of tools and materials: cream for a Brazilian pedicure, scissors, nippers for removing skin, orange sticks or a pusher, socks (2 pairs: cellophane and cotton). Before the procedure, it is strongly recommended to wash the legs, pat them dry with a towel, and remove the old nail polish.
Using orange sticks or a pusher, the cuticle is pushed back. Overgrown skin (pterygium) is strictly forbidden to scrape off. A cream is applied to the legs over the entire surface, cellophane socks (for example, shoe covers or just bags) are put on, and then cotton ones. To absorb the cream faster, you can do foot massage. In circular motions, the feet are massaged first clockwise, then counterclockwise.
After 15 minutes, the cotton socks are removed, and the cellophane is torn from the fingers. With orange sticks, the cuticle is repeatedly pushed back, the excess skin is removed with nippers. Then cotton socks are put on again, the cream is redistributed inside the legs using massage. After 10 minutes they can be removed. During this time, the cream is completely absorbed, it does not have to be washed off.
How to simplify the procedure
To do everything at home on your own, you can pre-buy a special set for a Brazilian pedicure, which will have everything you need. Namely:
- tube of cream;
- antibacterial wipes;
- orange sticks;
- socks (cellophane, reusable);
- instruction.
As a rule, such a set is not too expensive: about 500 rubles. However, enough for several procedures. In the salon, the Brazilian pedicure will cost more: about 1000 rubles per spa session. Therefore, at home to perform the procedure is much cheaper. And most importantly - you can pay attention to your legs in your free, convenient time for you.
Opinions of the fair sex
The Brazilian pedicure received the most positive reviews. Many note that with regular performance, the skin of the legs becomes softer, more tender, more pleasant to the touch, healthier. Those who suffer from crackling heels and corns on the feet in the summer should pay attention to the procedure. In addition, due to the unique composition of the cream, the legs sweat less, do not have an unpleasant odor, and relax faster. Those who often walk a lot in high heels should use a spa pedicure using Brazilian technology to relieve daytime fatigue and discomfort. Many girls like the home procedure more than the salon, because it costs less and the duration of the session is calculated independently. As, in fact, and additional "services" to it. So, many people prefer to varnish their toenails after a Brazilian pedicure, which they don’t do in the salon (the exception is a separate fee for the procedure).
And a little about Brazilian manicure
Actually, it is performed just like a pedicure. Therefore, it is possible to carry out the procedures in a complex. In this case, the pens will never give out the age of their owner, they will always be soft, delicate, smooth and healthy. SPA care at home is very popular with girls and women, so most often they perform both pedicure and manicure using Brazilian technology.