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Foot
and toe are often neglected by many of us. We do not care
those properly. But we should take care of foot and toe for
two reasons:
For the beautification and
for good health of foot and toe. If a person is careful
about his or her feet he is certainly going to be caring
person all about.
We would discuss this topic in two sections.
Foot problems and remedies
Pedicure
Foot Problems and Remedies:
Corns:
Excessive foot perspiration: Some feet perspire more
specially when it is covered. Apply powdered alum at the
time of putting shoes.
Cramps:
Frequent cramps in the leg cause problem. Mostly the cramps
are from calcium deficiency. So, take calcium in the form of
food (like orange, lemon, apple etc) and Vitamin C tablets
regularly. Cold feet
Rough spots:
These are created in the uncared feet. Rub pumice stone
after bath regularly and apply cream.
Cold feet:
Massage olive oil before going to sleep. And put on socks
after massaging.
'Tired look' feet:
It is a common problem. A relaxed and lively foot is always
a point of attraction. Following are the remedies:
Apply some body oil or lotion before your bath regularly.
Apply talcum powder on the dry feet after the bath.
Put your feet in moderately cold salt water. But make sure
you do not have any cut in your foot.
If you have any muscle pain or itching keep your leg above
your head line.
Pedicure would keep your feet fresh and good looking
Pedicure:
We would discuss how to pedicure at home. You require the
following things for pedicure.
1. Pumice stone
2. Moisturizing lotion
3. Nail clippers
4. Emery board
5. Cuticle remover
6. Nail polish remover
7. Nail polish
8. Talcum powder
9. Basin for soaking feet
Procedure for Pedicure:
You should follow the steps below for pedicure at home:
Step 1: Put your feet in warm soapy water. Wash your feet
with the soap water.
Step 2: Dry your feet well with a towel.
Step 3: Rub pumice stone gently on your feet specially
heels.
Step 4: Remove dirt under your toenails.
Step 5: Wash your feet with the soap water after keeping
into it for sometimes.
Step 6: Apply body lotion or moisturizer after drying up the
feet.
Step 7: File your nails.
Step 8: Remove old nail polish with the help of nail polish
remover.
Step 9: Use cuticle remover to shape your cuticle.
Step 10: Apply nail polish. Brush always away from your
body. There may be three coats. Each coat should be applied
after the nail is dry.
Step 11: Use body lotion on your feet after the nail polish
is over.
Step 12: Apply body lotion daily. Use talcum powder also
regularly.
Reference:
1. "Beauty and Body Book ---- the Natural Way" By
Chho Dev. Published by Hind Pocket Books (P) Ltd, Delhi.
2. "Beauty solutions … from top to toe" by
Tanushree Poddar. Published by Pustak Mahal, Delhi.
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