The word “manicure/pedicure” derives from Latin: manus for “hand”, “Pedis” which means “of the foot” and cura for “care.” Manicures have been around for over 4000 years, and for good reason. The history of pedicures dates back to ancient Egypt. A carving of a pharaoh’s official was noted as representing pedicures and manicures.
Manicures and Pedicures have become a staple of beauty and expression. What you don’t know is that Manicures and Pedicures do have numerous health benefits as well.
Having a professional manicure and pedicure performed regularly is necessary for maintaining your overall nail health.
Here are some known benefits of Manicures & Pedicures
- Prevention of nail diseases and disorders
- Ingrown nail prevention, especially toenails
- Prevention of nail fungus growth
- Nail thickening & brittle nails
- Promote growth of short bitten nails
- Improves the overall look of your hands & feet
Here are some unknown benefits of Manicures & Pedicures
- Foot Massage – The foot massage that comes with most pedicure services helps to stimulate circulation in the feet, which is important for your overall foot health. This can reduce pain and help your body distribute heat during cold months.
- Callus Removal – The removal of calluses on the feet can prevent the formation of pressure points from uneven weight distribution. This will prevent future shoulder and back problems caused by misalignment.
- Relaxation – Manicures & Pedicures are mainly utilized for appearance purposes but equally as important is the relaxation aspect. The 1 – 2 hour time out produce unseen benefits similar to mini vacation. See our Spa Packages.
- Mental Health – It is a known fact that manicures and pedicures are proven de-stressors, therefore improving mental cognitive thinking and awareness.
Maintenance is key; although access to personal care is so easy these days because of discount nail salons, you must be aware of sanitization. It makes no sense trying to maintain the health benefits and to end up with health risks. At Vixen Nails & Spa we use hospital grade sanitization products ensuring a safe environment for our clients. For more questions see our FAQ’s.
Our hands and our feet are the parts of our body we use everyday for movement and human interaction, therefore it only makes sense to maintain and enhance them for optimal health.
At Vixen® Nails & Spa we believe when you take care of yourself you will take care of everything else. Self-care isn’t just about looking good it’s feeling good too.
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