How to give yourself
a great pedicure
Ten steps to soft and
well-groomed feet
Easy to do in your home spa

Sinking deep into a pedicure chair may be the ultimate act of pampering, but if you want well-groomed feet, you can get the same results in your home spa! We let you in on the secrets to D.I.Y. soft, pampered feet.

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1. Getting started
Get out a basin with lukewarm water, a towel and all the utensils you need out. See if pumices, nippers, scissors and files are in shape. Choose the shade of nail polish that you want to use, get out cotton wool pads etc. Assemble all of it so you won’t have to run about looking for things while you are in the middle of your pedicure.

Store pedicure tools
together in one basin so they‘ll be easy to get out

2. Remove old nail polish
It’s recommended to use an acetone-free nail polish remover as using acetone might dry your toenails and cause them to crack or split at the edges.

3. Soak
Soak your feet for about fifteen minutes in lukewarm water with a special foot soak, or added oils. This is not only relaxing, but will soften your feet for easier removal of dry and dead skin. Using Hansaplast ANTI CALLUS 2in1 Peeling will not only help you slough off dead skin particles, but also pamper your feet wonderfully with its caring phase.

4. Dry
Don’t forget the areas inbetween your toes – they are a gathering-point for dirt and bacteria. Dry them thoroughly and pull the corner of a towel through them.

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6. Shape up
Keeping your nails in shape should not be overlooked. Long nails can damage your socks and even change the way you walk. Beware when cutting your nails as taking too much off can cause ingrown nails. So don‘t snip or file them more than a tiny bit down the side wall – the shape of the nail should mirror the cuticle‘s natural curve. Then file the edges smooth. If your toenails have a structure, you can use an emery board to even that out a little. If you want to get cuticles out of the way, don’t cut them, as this might injure them, rather push them back gently, which will be easy to do after your foot bath.

5. Smooth things over
Soft feet are just as important as flawless polish, as removing your calluses regularly will help prevent build-up of thicker patches of skin and later even cracks. Getting them requires a bit of work and dedication. You might want to decline the scary razor tool altogether, as using it might lead to injuries and damage underlying areas of skin.  Instead, you can use a foot file or a pumice stone. For a less aggressive, yet highly effective solution, you might want to try Hansaplast's new ANTI CALLUS range. Start with ANTI CALLUS 2in1 Peeling: Its active ingredients will not only help you exfoliate, but also provide extrat care for soft and supple feet in its caring phase.

Stay on top of callus by using the 3-step-system of the Hansaplast ANTI CALLUS range: Peeling, Cream and Serum

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7. Add some moisture
After all that work, time for some pampering: applying a special moisturiser will help to leave your feet feeling soft and smooth. Because the skin of the foot is much thicker than elsewhere on your body, you will need a product with effective moisturizing properties. If you have normal to dry skin on your feet, a cream such as Hansaplast Velvet Feet is ideal. If your feet suffer from very dry and callused skin, Hansaplast's new ANTI CALLUS 20% UREA Intensive Cream is the solution.  Its highly effective formula offers an innovative combination of 20% UREA No matter which cream you use: Take the time to massage it in. This is not only extremely relaxing and will stimulate circulation in your feet, but will also help the cream sink in. For rougher patches of callus, finish with Hansplast ANTI CALLUS Intensive Serum, which offers effective callus reduction on the spot.

Now for the paintwork...
8. Nail it! First, make sure to wipe the remainders of the lotion off nails with a non-acetone polish remover. Nails should be perfectly dry and lotion-free before you apply the basecoat. To keep your nail polish from smudging, slip in a pair of foam toe separators.
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Swipe a basecoat on to prevent nail polish from discolouring your nails. Also, give your toenails a break from polish every now and then. Keeping them constantly painted may cause them to become discolored, especially when using dark shades of nail polish.

Let each coat dry
for about ten minutes

9. Paint away
Let the base coat dry for about ten minutes. Then follow with the colour you love. A good way to apply the colour is to paint three strips of polish, one up the center, then one on either side. After about ten minutes, paint on a second coat, and follow with a topcoat after another ten minutes. Then let your toes dry for at least an hour. Slip your feet into flip-flops so you won’t ruin the polish.
 (Note: An opaque or dark color will dry longer than a sheer shade, especially if several layers have been applied.)
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10. Keep it up
Finished! Your feet will thank you. And with a little maintenance, you can make your pedicure go a long way. To prevent chipping, swipe on a topcoat twice a week.
Also, remember to do something against calluses or their build-up every day. The Hansaplast ANTI CALLUS range is a great solution: By using its three-step-system of Peeling, Cream and Serum regularly, you can get your feet callus-free and prevent calluses from reappearing.

Add some pampering extras...
Even when you don’t have the time to go for a full pedicure routine, you can treat your feet to a bit of extra pampering every now and then:

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Enjoy a relaxing foot soak for 15-20 minutes in warm water, for example while you are watching TV. Then work on your calluses. Try Hansaplast ANTI CALLUS 2in1 Peeling, which will exfoliate and care for your feet at the same time. You can also conveniently use it in the shower.
Put a generous amount of foot cream (for instance Hansaplast ANTI CALLUS 20 % UREA Intensive Cream) on your feet before you go to bed at night and then pull on a pair of cotton socks. The warmth will help the cream penetrate, and your feet will be baby-soft in the morning.

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Give your feet an extra fresh feeling by using a foot spray, for instance Hansaplast Silver Active. The newly developed formula of this antiperspirant contains silver ions and deals with bacteria and odour, will keep your feet feeling fresh for 48 hours.

For further information regarding Hansaplast products, please contact us via email on phc@beiersdorf.com. Carefully read the instructions for use given in our products‘ packages.