The Benefits of Manicures and Pedicures
Raise your hand if you enjoy getting your nails done? Chances are, there’s quite a few of you out there with your hands high in the air.
Why are we so certain of this?
Because having clean, perfectly polished fingers and toes just makes you feel more put together and professional. Plain and simple.
Here’s the deal, though: Did you know there are more benefits of manicures and pedicures beyond just the aesthetics?
Today we’re going to walk you through all the additional benefits you can expect from both manicures and pedicures. This way, every time you look down at those perfectly polished nails, you can rest assured you’re doing it for more than just the aesthetics.
Who’s with us? Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of manicures and pedicures.
Because having clean, perfectly polished fingers and toes just makes you feel more put together and professional. Plain and simple.
Here’s the deal, though: Did you know there are more benefits of manicures and pedicures beyond just the aesthetics?
Today we’re going to walk you through all the additional benefits you can expect from both manicures and pedicures. This way, every time you look down at those perfectly polished nails, you can rest assured you’re doing it for more than just the aesthetics.
Who’s with us? Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of manicures and pedicures.
What is a manicure? What is a pedicure?
Before continuing forward, let’s make sure we have all our terms straight.
A manicure is a beauty treatment applied to the hands. It generally entails a nail trim, file and shape. In addition, you’ll often require some cuticle trimming and will enjoy the benefits of a hand massage. To end, nail polish is applied to give your nails that “just back from the salon treatment.”
A pedicure is very similar, except the treatment is applied to the foot. In addition, oftentimes with a pedicure, you’ll be seated in a massage chair during your treatment.
Benefits of manicures and pedicures
We’ll keep this list specific to both manicures and pedicures, since the benefits tend to be the same. If there are any specific benefits that only apply to manicures or only to pedicures, we’ll be sure to note it.
Okay, that is enough talk. Let’s dive into all the benefits of manicures and pedicures:
1) Overall increased health of your nails
By regularly receiving both manicures and pedicures from a professional, you keep your nails in tip-top shape — avoiding all of these common nail concerns.
Avoiding nail fungus? Yes, please.
2) Relax, destress, and unwind
First of all, let us remind you that taking time for yourself is never a bad thing.
In today’s fast-paced environment, it’s easy enough to constantly be on the go. But by taking that extra hour or two to yourself, you can immediately de-stress and unwind.
This especially tends to be true of manicures and pedicures where you’re forced to be off your phone during a manicure, or you’re getting a full body massage from a massage chair during your pedicure.
Either way, a little time for yourself can break up your day and give you some time to just be present with yourself, helping you to relieve tension and stress.
3) Reduce skin sensitivity
Are your hands often dry and irritated? Maybe you struggle with cracked heels or painful calluses?
Put an end to these unsightly skin ailments by getting your regular manicure and pedicures. Not only will your skin look smoother and healthier, but your skin will also feel better. It’s a win-win.
4) Increase blood circulation
Cold feet and hands are common concerns for many, but just because they’re common doesn’t mean you should simply accept them.
Sure, you can bundle up in gloves and big fuzzy socks — but for those of you who have cold hands and feet year-round, you would greatly benefit from regular manicures and pedicures.
The massage effects of both treatments will help bring blood flow to those cold extremities. Trust us, you’ll feel the warming benefits almost immediately after your appointment.
5) Reduce pesky joint pain
Just as manicures and pedicures can increase blood flow, they can also help reduce joint pain.
Sound too good to be true? Well, it’s not. By getting someone to regularly massage your feet and hands, it helps reduce any swelling you might be experiencing. Not to mention, it just feels plain good and increases endorphins.
6) A long-lasting/better-looking polish
We said we weren’t going to focus on the aesthetics of manicures and pedicures, but bear with us for a second as we try to make this point…
Unless you’re a wizard with a nail polish brush, there’s a strong possibility a professional aesthetician is going to be more skilled than you with a brush — resulting in a better-looking manicure and/or pedicure.
Be honest: Who does a better job?
That’s what we thought.
Be honest: Who does a better job?
That’s what we thought.
Treat yourself to a good looking, long-lasting, relaxing manicure and pedicure. You deserve it.
Contact Balsam Spa today to book your next manicure and pedicure.
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