17 Different Types Of Pedicure For Your Perfect Toes

This treatment simply emphasizes the basics of cleaning and maintaining your feet and toenails. It is straightforward with no complicated steps involved.

Once you begin the ritual, the pedicurist prepares a warm water soak for your feet.

Once your feet are nicely soaked and ready, they start trimming your nails which is then followed by cuticle care, exfoliation, a soothing foot massage, and moisturizing. 

Normally, the process can last somewhere between 30-50 minutes but the duration is subjective as it can vary depending on the salon.

As a finishing touch, you can ask the pedicurist to apply nail polish. But if painting your nails is not your cup of tea, you can heep your toes natural and clean.

A French pedicure is timeless and loved by many because of its natural feel. Plus, it leaves the feet looking clean and polished yet easy to maintain.

The steps involved are the same as the classic pedicure, but at the end, your toenails are painted sheer nude or pink with white stripes on the tip of the toes.

This waxing treatment includes hot paraffin wax which is pulled from the oil industry.

This wax is thought to have restorative properties and is also able to repair and moisturize cracked and dry skin. Now your feet feel soft, smooth, healthy.

With an emphasis on pedicure massages that are relaxing yet effective, the feet will begin by having the toenails cleaned, scrubbed and a layer of cream added before the pedalistrist goes on to melt the wax and heat it to a fair temperature and subsequently rub the foot over a few finely spread layers of wax.

Then, simply let the paraffin do what it does best for 10 to 15 minutes: a foot spa mask that hardens around your feet. When the time is up, it will be carefully removed and optionally, you can have a comfortable foot rub afterwards.

Shellac is a gel polish brand that is cured and hardened with a UV or LED lamp. Thus, a shellac pedicure requires shellac. 

People opt for this procedure because the polish dries faster and lasts longer than traditional gel polish. The process starts by cleaning and moisturizing your toes.

Next, the aesthetician buffs and coats your nails with a nice base coat, followed by a shellac polish of the desired color.

Lastly, shellac paints are applied in thin layers, and each layer is cured under a UV or LED lamp to harden the gel.

One of the most unconventional beauty trends that exists is probably the fish pedicure. It requires immersing your clean feet in a tank of Garra Rufa fish.

These fishes nibble at the dead skin on the feet, leaving them soft and smooth. Some people find the nibbling relaxing, while others find it tickling. It is not painful at all.

This unique approach to exfoliation serves as an alternative to traditional methods like pumice stones or metal foot files.

Some proponents of fish pedicures believe they may help alleviate skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, though these claims lack substantial scientific evidence.

A detox pedicure involves ionic baths in the feet, which are said to aid in the removal of toxins from the body.

Even though there is little to no scientific evidence of removing toxins through feet to be effective, it remains a popular option in pedicure treatments.

The only difference is the tub water, as this contains additives like herbal extracts, clays, essential oils, and sea salt, instead of a mixture of warm water and soap.

Some detox pedicures even claim to do this by using electricity. The ions are then absorbed into the skin and released back out.

Aromatherapy is all about spreading calm and promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This process works wonders for people with tired and achy feet.

It is done by drenching your feet in essential oils and massaging with it. The main feature of this treatment is massaging your feet with those aromatics. 

Hence, it is done by drenching your feet in essential oils and continuing the massage until your feet absorb the moisture.

Your fee is massaging with these oils to improve circulation, reduce pain and swelling from inflammation, and relieve muscle tension.

Callus is generally harmless, they can sometimes result in discomfort or even infections, particularly if left unattended.

This treatment involves a solution, gel, or patches that contain ingredients like salicylic acid or urea to moisten the desired area.

They are left in place for a certain time to allow the chemicals to break down the skin. After that, the calluses are removed using a scraper specially designed to remove the dead skin.

Acrylic is often used in manicures to create artificial nail extensions, and its use has extended in pedicures. The acrylics used in this pedicure combine a liquid monomer and a powder polymer to form a paste and pressed onto your natural nails with a brush, sculpted to create your desired length and style, and air-dried. This method strengthens the fake nails and prevents chipping or breaking.  

Applying acrylic can be visually appealing, but it can be uncomfortable. Acrylics make the nails heavy and thick and could limit your flexibility while walking.

Looking for an tailored and elevated classic pedicure? If yes, this spa is for you. A little different from the previous ones, this treatment is done in a more calming and private environment. 

For extra customization, you can ask for specialized treatments such as aromatherapy, paraffin wax dip, mud masks, hot towel wrap, seaweed treatment, calf massages, or a reflexology treatment. 

Also, choose a reputable salon, as the spa treatments are more complex and require proper care than your classic pedicure.

As the name implies, a hot stone spa involves the use of heated stones. Many believe that this amazing treatment offers therapeutic advantages including alleviating sleep issues. 

After your feet are cleansed, the masseuse massages them with heated basalt rocks. They place these rocks on different pressure points on top and underneath the feet.

The stones are left on for 10 to 30 minutes then the masseuse massages the feet with essential oils and wraps them with a hot towel to provide additional relaxation.

A wine pedicure may sound absurd, but it offers several benefits for your feet. In this pedicure, wine and other wine-related products are incorporated.

It begins with soaking your feet in red wine rather than warm water. After that, your feet are exfoliated using red wine-infused oil or lotion. Some wine pedicures may include a wine mask or wrap as well.

If you want to have a little fun during your relaxation, opt for a jelly pedicure. This unique spa treatment uses a jelly-like substance throughout the treatment.

Your feet will be soaked in water mixed with powdered jelly instead of traditional warm water. The water will slowly turn into a jelly-like substance. A thorough soak in the jelly exfoliates and hydrates your dry and tired feet.

After that, your feet are exfoliated using a scrub and massaged like in any other pedicures and prepped for a jelly mask. The jelly-based mask is applied to the feet and removed after a certain time.

Chocolate pedicure is ideal for the most real chocolate lovers because it replenishes the moisture of the skin as well as improves skin collagen maintenance.

As it is known that collagen maintains the attractiveness of feet, this particular feet spa has it as the main active component.

You soak your feet in chocolate or cocoa-infused warm water to soften the skin and provide a relaxing experience.

After that, a chocolate scrub will exfoliate the dead skin cells on the feet. Then, your feet will be massaged using cocoa butter, leaving them smooth and shiny.

While most pedicures have aesthetic and relaxing purposes, a sports pedicure is developed to maintain foot health.

This spa prevents foot injuries that arise during athletic activities which also relieves muscle tension in overused feet and keeps them in optimal condition. 

Before the massage begins, a specialist will examine the athlete’s feet to ensure the treatment is tailored to their needs.

Similar to above mentioned ones, the feet are then soaked in hot water mixed with healing and relaxing ingredients. Then, the athletes are given massages focused on specific muscle groups relevant to their sport. 

This spa is specially designed for people with diabetes because it causes impaired circulation and nerve damage.

These issues make the feet more prone to wounds and infection. Therefore, pedicuring a diabetic client requires better care and different treatment options.

It begins with a foot assessment to check for cuts, sores, infections, or signs of other potential issues.

Professionals also have to use tools safe for diabetes and avoid ones that cause skin breakage, as diabetics take longer to heal. 

A Shanghai pedicure is probably the most dangerous and not for the faint-hearted. This is a special pedicure that originated in Hong Kong and not Shanghai, as the name implies.

It differs from the usual exfoliation, buff, and polish. The process lasts almost an hour and involves a scalpel, a small sharp blade, to remove the calluses.

As the blade is mostly used in surgeries, one can only imagine the chaos that will ensue if the skilled pedicurist makes one wrong move.