The most popular service at PURA-NATURAL BEAUTY is Manicures. Manicures are not just about nail treatment. Some manicures include hands and forearms massage. Our hands do a lot for us and need nurturing in return. A beautiful, well-groomed nail is an important part of your overall look. Attractive nails and hands enhance your appearance, whether you spend your days in a kitchen or in a boardroom. Manicures can improve nail and skin conditions. Whether you do them yourself at home or at our salon you should get into the habit of having regular manicures. The process is to gently shape the nails then clean the nail plate with either non-drying polish removers or special soaks. The cuticles are massaged to soften and moisturise them prior to them being pushed back and trimmed. Your nails will then be filed over and will be ready for a protective base coat. If you do have regular manicures you should apply cuticle oil at least once each day. This will not only keep the cuticles in good condition but also provides lubrication to the nail itself.
How can we maintain our nails?
One way is to wear rubber gloves when using household cleaners. You should maintain your nails at least once every two to three weeks. In the case where you have acrylic nails, if the acrylic lifts away from the natural nail, moisture and bacteria can accumulate between them. You should avoid sharing nail files with anyone else.
Pedicures
Some people tend to be ashamed of their feet. A Pedicure can be an invigorating experience. Our Therapist will first check your feet for any problems such as athletes foot or verucca's. If such problems exist then a chiropodists will be recommended. A Pedicure consists of a relaxing soak, followed by the softening of the cuticles and shaping of the nails. If you are doing a pedicure yourself you should file in one direction only and when cutting with either scissors or clippers you should cut straight across to avoid in-grown toe nails. Once the cuticles are softened they will be trimmed. The lower legs and feet can then be treated to an invigorating scrub to remove the dead skin cells. We at PURA-NATURAL BEAUTY also offer a Luxury Pedicure. This includes a warm paraffin wax treatment to soften and moisturise dry skin. We use aromatherapy oils and cooling gels to ease water retention and improve circulation.
