A pedicure is a relaxing way to treat yourself. In addition to beautifying your feet, heading to the nail salon gives your feet some health advantages. Pedicures aren’t just a luxury — they’re a smart addition to your self-care routine.

Health Reasons to Visit the Nail Salon for a Pedicure

1. Prevent Infection

Regular pedicures keep your feet clean and maintained to prevent infection. For example, your nail technician will safely trim the toenails to keep them from growing inward into your skin. They’ll also remove the dirt and bacteria from under your nails and the rest of your feet — heel to toe.

2. Remove Dead Skin

At the nail salon, a technician will exfoliate your feet with a pumice stone to remove dead skin cells. This keeps the bottoms and sides of your feet smooth and callus-free, preventing the formation of painful bunions or corns. Technicians will recognize the early stages of these problems if they’re already begun developing. If they do, talk to a podiatrist about treatment before they advance further. Some people prefer to exfoliate their own feet; however, aggressive scrubbing can break the skin and cause infection, so trust your foot health to a professional at a nail salon.

3. Keep Moisturized

During a pedicure, you’ll soak your feet in warm water to improve circulation and keep your skin feeling elastic. A technician will massage lotions and oils into your heels, toes, arches, the tops of your feet, and the balls of your feet. Moisturized feet are less likely to get blisters, cracks, or nails that grow out of the nail beds.

A well-trained technician makes all the difference in your pedicure experience. Rejuvenation Salon & Spa offers state-of-the-art nail salon services with the latest techniques. They bring world-class pampering to Juneau, AK, with everything from a massage to a facial. You’ll leave feeling healthier, more relaxed, and more confident. See spa packages on their website and call (907) 790-3362 to book an appointment.