Many people feel guilty about the time and money that goes into nail care. While nothing refines an outfit more than a fresh coat of nail polish, manicures and pedicures have more benefits than just being stylish.

You might get manicures to express your style, look professional, or give yourself a much-needed break. Do you know all the benefits that come with carving out time to take care of yourself? Read on for the top benefits of going to a nail salon and getting a manicure and pedicure.

1. Smoother Skin

Your hands and feet constantly work without any reprieve. Your hands are exposed to harsh cleaning chemicals and dirt and undergo physical damage from opening cans, containers, doors and carrying things. Your feet carry the weight of your body while collecting moisture and sweat in your shoes.

Regular manicures and pedicures rejuvenate your skin. Nail technicians use special scrubs and lotions that restore your skin and prepare it for everyday life. Their exfoliants make quick work of grime and dirt while softening the skin of your hands and feet.

Every manicure and pedicure is finished with a moisturising massage, ensuring your hands and feet stay soft and nourished until your next nail appointment.

2. Increased Blood Circulation

The relaxing massages you get after a luxury manicure and pedicure do more than ease your stress. These hand and foot massages are choreographed to promote healthy blood flow and better circulation throughout your body.

Increased circulation helps with heat distribution during colder months and helps reduce pain in your hands, arms, feet, and legs.

Better circulation also helps your heart pump blood throughout your body. This allows nutrients and oxygen to flow freely, fuelling your entire body. It also aids with waste removal, preventing build-ups.

3. Even Weight Distribution

Pedicures level out the surface of your feet by removing hard calluses and uneven skin. Having a smooth, even surface to stand on helps with proper weight distribution. Even weight distribution is directly linked to better posture, which has its own list of benefits!

Bad posture can lead to neck, back, and shoulder pain, poor circulation, constricted nerves, impaired lung function, impaired digestion, and an increased likelihood of tension headaches. This means that going for a pedicure helps you stay balanced and have a healthy spine. It’s so much more than fashionable!

4. Prevents Fungal Infections

Fungal infections thrive in dark, damp areas – like the inside of closed shoes. While nail technicians aren’t equipped to treat fungal infections, they are trained to recognize them even in the early stages. This means you can seek treatment from your doctor before the infection progresses too far.

Keeping your nails trimmed and your feet clean is the best way to prevent a fungal infection from growing. Regular pedicures are a great way to look after your toenails and decrease your chance of infection.

Be aware that a nail salon won’t give pedicures to people with active fungal infections. This is to prevent spreading the infection to other clients.

If you know you have a fungal infection, phone ahead and let your nail so the salon can sanitise equipment before seeing you. They can also set aside time to sanitise the equipment after your appointment.

5. Prevent and Treat Calluses

Calluses are thick, hard layers of skin that develop when your skin is exposed to regular friction and pressure. Shoes, long periods on your feet, and walking barefoot are common causes of foot calluses. Playing the guitar, lifting heavy weights, or writing causes calluses to form on your hands. Some calluses can become painful if left untreated, so it’s good to get rid of them.

During your manicure and pedicure, the nail technician uses specialised scrubs and tools to remove hardened layers of skin. This leaves your hands and feet smooth and soft.

6. Assist With Ingrown Nails

Ingrown toenails are a common issue, causing pain, swelling, and discomfort for many people.

Ingrown toenails are painful and have a high risk of becoming infected, particularly if you wear closed shoes. People with curved toenails are more likely to develop ingrown nails and have a hard time preventing them.

If you’re prone to ingrown toenails, visiting a nail salon is a great way to prevent ingrown toenails from developing. Nail technicians trim toenails in a way that doesn’t encourage the nail to curve downward (the start of all your ingrown troubles!) They also treat the skin surrounding the nail, further reducing your chance of developing an ingrown nail. With regular pedicures, you can avoid an uncomfortable ingrown fate.

Be aware that nail technicians are not permitted to treat ingrown toenails with active infections or inflammation. If your nail is red, swollen, or weeping at the nail plate, visit your family doctor to have it treated before you head to a nail salon. Once you’ve treated the infection, nail technicians will help you grow out and reshape your toenails.

7. Trade Anxiety for Confidence

Intentionally setting aside time to look after yourself and your nails is a wonderful way to practice self-care. As you sit in the treatment chair, your anxieties and the stresses of everyday life melt away. When you leave the nail salon, you’re sure to feel refreshed, polished, and confident.

Experience the Benefits of Visiting our Hera Nail Salon Today

Hopefully, you now see how regular manicures are about much more than treating yourself! With health benefits including reduced likelihood of fungal infections and ingrown nails and emotional benefits like a boost in confidence, getting your nails done has never been better for you!

Here at Hera Hair Beauty, we believe in the restorative power of a simple mani-pedi. If you’re looking for relaxation, improved nail health, and boosted confidence, visit our nail salon at Sentosa Cove’s Quayside Isle today.

Contact us to set up an appointment or if you have any questions about our Hera nail salon!