Today there is a huge variety of procedures aimed at caring for the skin of 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 the procedure
Many are wondering: "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. No one will soak the legs, as is the case with a regular pedicure. The effect on the skin is carried out only with a cream, which begins to work more actively in warmth - in socks. The duration of the procedure can vary from 20 to 60 minutes, depending on who is doing the Brazilian pedicure and what. So, the cream for it should be selected with special care, otherwise there is a risk of not feeling all the miraculous spasession.
Ingredients of the cream
Since it is the cream that is the basis for the procedure known as the Brazilian pedicure, its composition should be discussed separately. In this case, it does not matter at all 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);
- hamamelis (the roots and branches of which are actively used in cosmetology, as they have an astringent effect);
- calcium (strengthens nails);
- allantoin (comfrey root with healing properties);
- beeswax (has a beneficial effect on the skin, making it moisturized, nourishes and heals small wounds and cracks).
Brazilian manicure and pedicure with a cream of this composition becomes a truly wellness procedure. That is why it is so popular. With regular performance (at least once a week), a really amazing result is observed: the skin becomes soft and pleasant, he althy, without cracks and dryness. And this is especially true in the summer, when girls and women wear open shoes, showing their legs to others.
How to do a pedicure at home
Even at home, the procedure is not difficult at all. You will need a minimum set of tools and materials: Brazilian pedicure cream, scissors, nippers for removalleather, orange sticks or pusher, socks (2 pairs: cellophane and cotton). Before the procedure, it is strongly recommended to wash the legs, blot them with a towel, remove old nail polish.
Using orange sticks or a pusher, the cuticle is pushed back. It is strictly forbidden to scrape off the overgrown skin (pterygium). A cream is applied to the legs over the entire surface, cellophane socks are put on (for example, shoe covers or just bags), and then cotton ones. To make the cream absorb faster, you can do a foot massage. The feet are massaged in circular motions, first clockwise, then counterclockwise.
After 15 minutes, the cotton socks are removed, and the cellophane ones are torn from the side of the fingers. With orange sticks, the cuticle is repeatedly pushed back, excess skin is removed with wire cutters. Then cotton socks are put on again, the cream is redistributed inside the legs with the help of massage. They can be removed after 10 minutes. During this time, the cream is completely absorbed, it is not necessary to wash it off.
How to simplify the procedure
To do everything at home by yourself, you can pre-buy a special set for 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, it is enough for several procedures. In the salon, a Brazilian pedicure will cost more:about 1000 rubles for a spa session. Therefore, it is much cheaper to perform the procedure at home. And most importantly - you can pay attention to your legs in your free time, convenient for you.
Opinions of the fair sex
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, he althier. Those who suffer from crackling heels and calluses on the feet in the summer should pay attention to the procedure. In addition, thanks to the unique composition of the cream, the feet sweat less, do not have an unpleasant odor, and rest faster. Those who often walk a lot in high heels should take a spa pedicure using Brazilian technology to relieve daytime fatigue and discomfort. Many girls like the home procedure more than the salon one, because it costs less, and the duration of the session is calculated independently. As, in fact, additional "services" to it. So, many people prefer to paint their toenails with varnish after a Brazilian pedicure, which they do not do in the salon (the exception is a separate fee for the procedure).
And a little about the Brazilian manicure
Actually, it is performed in exactly the same way as a pedicure. Therefore, procedures can be carried out in a complex. In this case, the pens will never give out the age of their owner, they will always be soft, tender, smooth and he althy. Spa care at home is very popular with girls and women, so most often they perform both pedicure and manicure at the same time. Brazilian technology.
