service, in contrast, includes merely the generic “basic” and “spa” manicures and pedicures. Treatment manicures and pedicures are lucrative services to add to the salon menu and bring clients back more frequently. They can be added with minimal education as well as minimal investment in professional and home care products. the scrub has removed the oils from the skin—it will usually require reapplication of the massage product during the movements. Using an additional hydrating mask can increase the time and cost of the treatment. Home care It is recommended that the client perform exfoliation biweekly at home with an appropriate grit product and apply a moisturizing lotion twice daily.
With the treatment protocol, massage is started earlier, allowing for warming of the skin, opening of the pores, and supporting more penetration of ingredients. Early massage encourages relaxation in the client, resulting in a more pleasant experience overall, with the possibility of the client rebooking sooner as a result. These additional services can also be incorporated into the care of the client receiving artificial nail manicures for an additional fee. Traditional Protocol for a scrub manicure and pedicure This is the basic manicure plus a scrub (exfoliant) step. The scrub treatment occurs before the massage. A physical exfoliant is a water-based lotion that contains granules of the appropriate grit. The product is manipulated around the surface of the skin to exfoliate dead cells. A good product will remove the right amount of dead cells in one minute of an even (not heavy) pressure over the hand/arms or foot/ legs. The product must be removed thoroughly before the next step, the massage. In this procedure, an especially hydrating product should be used with massage because Hydrating manicure and pedicure These services are the most performed manicures and pedicures in salons and spas. These manicures and pedicures can be designed with high-end products, massage, and masks with an overlying paraffin product to become the “signature” services for the salon. Antiaging manicure and pedicure In the U.S., the skincare market is currently estimated to be worth approximately $11 billion a year, with the antiaging category leading in products and appointed services. The antiaging market is expected to continue to grow, and salon and spa clients are among those spending their cash to look younger. Antiaging manicures and pedicures require good treatment planning that usually includes a series of services, such as chemical exfoliants, LED, lightening agents, and hydration. The client must commit to biweekly manicures and pedicures, which allow the elastin and collagen in the skin to rejuvenate between appointments, and to home care with their eyes on great future results. Home care is a “must do” in antiaging. This treatment plan can address wrinkles, Callus control manicure and pedicure The function of this treatment is to reduce calluses and slow or prevent their return. These manicure and pedicure treatments are in a series, as calluses must be reduced progressively for long-term change. This service contains the application of softeners and the use of a pedi-paddle to address calluses on the feet. Some manicurists apply an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) treatment to the calluses to better soften them, then use the pedi-paddle. Others use a sodium hydroxide product followed by the paddle. For Aromatherapy manicure and pedicure These are the spa manicure and pedicure with synergistic aromatherapy products used throughout, plus support items Nail growth manicure This manicure is any of the manicures, with added special massage of the nail matrix during the hand massage step to stimulate the growth of the nail plate. Toenails that grow slowly can also benefit from a matrix massage, although the result is not as fast.
Home care It is recommended that the client use a professional-grade moisturizer twice daily. Most clients will also need a scrub product to use once or twice per week.
dehydration, and hyperpigmentation. The client’s hands will look younger, take on a more even and youthful glow, and appear more toned. Some clients require hydration treatments between the antiaging treatments. Home care Lotions and treatment products are important in this program. A chemical exfoliating lotion will be important to use at bedtime. A moisturizing lotion will be used in the morning. A lightening product is also very important in home care, as well is sun protection. If sun protection is not used, the antiaging will not happen, and dark spots will darken. heavy calluses, a series will reduce them slowly, preventing their return, which happens when they are removed quickly with illegal blades. Home care Clients must use an AHA lotion nightly and a pedi-paddle after each shower to slowly support the reduction of the calluses.
such as candles. This is a highly pampering and luxurious service that is also very moisturizing.
Home care An oil is applied to the matrix area nightly, then the clients should massage the nail from side to side on the matrix. Medium pressure is applied during the side-to-side movement.
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