While a professional pedicure can help you feel pampered and confident in summer sandals, there are health risks associated with nail trimming, cuticle clipping, and foot soaking. Salon pedicures can put you at risk for developing foot fungus, ingrown toenails and/or dangerous infections.

Is it good to get regular pedicures?

Receiving a regular pedicure can help the pedicurist detect early signs of corns, bunions and fungal infections. These conditions are easier to treat when they are identified in its earlier stages. Clipping, cutting and cleaning of the toe nails prevents them from growing inward and causing infection.

Is it bad to get pedicures too often?

However, professionals suggest leaving two to three weeks between each manicure and pedicure is ideal for keeping your nails in the best shape. Within this time frame, your nails and cuticles will begin to dry and grow jagged. Most nail varnishes or coats will also begin to chip away.