Perfect your premium pedicure: Tips from a chiropodist

Perfect your pedicure with this advice from Cindy Johnson, chiropodist and Jessica Nails area manager…

Why are pedicures so important as a service – and why should a nail pro offer them? 

A pedicure is not just about the cosmetic side, but also about the health of feet.  Educate your customers on the importance of regular pedicures as the feet are the body’s foundation. If they’re not taken care of they can affect our posture and even cause back pain. It is also very important to explain the necessity of homecare for the customer’s pedicure – with a bit of maintenance the benefits will last and last. By offering a spa-style pedicure service, it gives a business a point of difference, offering clients a more luxurious experience.

Clients look for thorough hard skin removal, trimming and cuticle work and beautifully painted long-lasting toenails. Clients choose a pedicure for different needs – whether they’re looking for something speedy or something to relax them. Adjust services to cater for their needs.

What are your tips for creating a premium pedi service?

The experience of a spa-style pedicure should be an extension of the ‘spa’ treatment and should be carried out in a luxurious and tranquil environment – maybe a pamper room away from the normal stations with comfortable seating and relaxing scents.It should look clean, be minimal, well-lit and open – so that the client can relax and enjoy the treatment at hand.  It should have a sense of calmness and clients should be able to completely relax from the second they arrive. Little touches such a refreshing beverage on arrival can make all the difference.

From the initial expert consultation and nail analysis through to the finish – a premium pedicure is all about offering a treatment and products that are best suited to your client’s needs to the highest possible standards with luxurious additional touches such as a lower leg massage and heated booties. They are buying into ‘me time’ and want to leave feeling pampered and refreshed. Often the clients want additional pampering and time to relax, which can result in longer treatment time.

Going beyond clients’ expectations and offering the very best service, including a great consultation and expert knowledge, means repeat business, recommendations leading to a full appointment book, and a very healthy bottom line for spa owners.

A deluxe pedicure is a must on your menu, a perfect way for your client to relax and give in to complete pampering. To turn your pedicure into pure luxury, add the Jessica Thermal Booties. The gentle warming action increases product penetration and encourages essential vitamins and minerals to be absorbed more easily. Jessica’s Thermal Booties are also excellent for clients with bad circulation, rheumatic and arthritic conditions. Pop them on after applying generous amounts of Heaven Silkening Foot Lotion, and let the heat work the treatments in.  Go one step further in the luxury stakes by offering a hand massage with LeRemedi ‘A Facial for the Hands’ while their feet are in heated booties – clients will love the extra touch, and feel totally pampered.