Wellness Pedicure: Gentle elderly foot care

[@TheSalonLife]

I like to call these "wellness" pedicures because my job as a pedicurist is to help the client maintain the health of their feet and to correct cosmetic issues. Many people, especially elderly sadly suffer from medical conditions like fungal infections, or very thickened nails, in that case I am not able to help them because that is outside of my scope. I refer them to a podiatrist or a foot care specialist. I used: Vodex Beauty Extraction HEPA filter bit.ly/3e08tkx Black nitrile gloves 6mil amzn.to/3wvd59H FERYES Toenail Clippers (LOVE THEM!!) amzn.to/3HqKmqC Birchwood sticks: amzn.to/3rJIYb2 Erica’s Diamond Hand file (medium) bit.ly/3804Wi5 Erica's Small Tapered Barrel (medium) use code: THESALONLIFE for 10% off bit.ly/2PgnlRg Erica's Cone bit bit.ly/3t8VTWK Erica's Ball bit bit.ly/3RiA00g Erica's Pedi Excavator bit.ly/3goe9WH Tweezerman Stainless Steel nippers amzn.to/3hIEkXs Melody Susie SR1 (Scamander) bit.ly/2XV7ix4 Soft Touch Yellow Blocks 240 (cut into 4) bit.ly/3TUvsCv

[@KateWoodehouse]

When my elderly mother was in a rehab facility recovering from Guillain Barre, a pedicurist came in to take care of her feet for her. It was truly a kind service, and it made her so happy!

[@TheSalonLife]

That is lovely! I wish that was possible for everyone but sadly it is not. If someone has issues with their toes I recommend maybe getting a professional podologist visit and then caring for the feet daily (proper hygiene, creams and massage which is good for circulation) and maintaining every 2 weeks (shortening, gentle buffing hard skin etc).

[@Mulcahy22]

Well done. This model represents my feet at age 75 yrs. I've learned so much from Anna last 7 months of finding her channel of education .

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you kindly. I'm very happy my work is helping.

[@feathernh2022]

Thank you for doing these. My mom is 91 and housebound. The videos are very helpful!

[@chonky_labrador]

Beautiful work, Anna. Love your feather-light touch, and the thoughtfulness and care that goes into every step.

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much!

[@EricasNails]

Well done! Your community is so fortunate to have you service them!

[@pyewacket60]

This lady has the same problem I have. The toe next to her big toe is longer than ther big toe. It’s called Morton’s toe, and often runs in families. I find it very difficult to find close-toed shoes that don’t cause a callus to form on the top of the second toe. Since I’ve retired, I wear open-toed sandals and slippers whenever possible. The callus I had for years is now gone.

[@TheSalonLife]

Barefoot shoes is the answer. She now wear them too and she says she’s never had such comfortable shoes.

[@rose99336]

hi, I'm also a nail technician and I love working with elders... I work for someone(who always wants me to work faster like 30 mins or less) but never really listens, I agree it's always different for each client. I just want to say thank You, I learned so much from you😊❤

[@laurielou8870]

Thank you for the video and helpful tips. Your client's feet look really good! That little tiny dab of Kerasal ointment is so helpful. I think feet are beautiful, they were my favorite thing to draw when I was young. 🦶🏻👣♥️

[@jenniecartier3917]

Easy nails this person has! I’m a nail tech in a retirement community I have seen a lot of different toes!

[@mercedes4328]

Great video Anna. It is very important for the elderly and everyone to maintain healthy feet and nails!!

[@yelenalouet9133]

J'ai regardé la video avec la bouche ouverte. Impessionant! Très méticuleux. Merci Anna. J'aime sincèrement votre travail. ❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you kindly Yelena! ❤️

[@ofiliagilliam5802]

I just love your videos. They have really helped me with multiple issues I had been having. Since I started taking your expert advice all issues have been resolved. Thank you ❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Great to hear!

[@susanphend2189]

A fabulous video! I appreciate your commentary and reasons for your actions and product choices. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise. ❤

[@CarniFitMe]

I appreciate you so much Anna. Thank you. You're such a kind soul. ❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much! Means a lot ❤️

[@glizta42]

You have the best channel ❤

[@gayschaye4600]

You make it look so easy!

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you :))

[@cheminnonpris]

You are just amazing, young lady❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Very kind of you, thank you :)

[@pamwiggins3425]

I really love how u tell every step u r doing, such as the tapping of the file. It makes it so informative and interesting! I didn't see u use the cuticle remover so I'm wondering if it's age or diabetes related? I do my mom's 82 yr old feet so thank u for all the helpful information and guidance!

[@TheSalonLife]

I remove the cuticle with electric file so it's a dry pedicure so no need for the remover

[@ingevanherzele4990]

Thank you so much for this informative video!🙏 Love watching your mani's and pedi's❤💕❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much!🤗

[@marilynmorrison4936]

I am so glad that you popped up in my feed I am 69 and I have been diagnosed with diabetes 2 years ago and I know that taking care of my feet is very important the sticky part of this is that I have some serious spinal issues and sometimes I can’t do what I know I should be done. Who should I contact for some help

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello Marilyn, I recommend seeing a podiatrist (someone gentle) and then maintaining the nails at home by proper daily hygiene and applying creams and a mini massage to improve circulation and then filing the nails every 2 weeks and buffing hard edges. In many cases (I'm not talking about you but in general) mobility can be improved. We lose mobility because we don't put ourselves in certain positions. Working on mobility is extremely important at any age.

[@lauralyman1573]

Straight, Medicare, at least, in California, usually is generous with podiatry benefits, especially for seniors with type two diabetes. While, perhaps not a full pedicure, they will clip the nails and provide other services.

[@Mssebn11]

Very informative

[@BiljanaGluhak]

Wonderful and gentle, I love it ❤

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much!

[@BiljanaGluhak]

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[@janetedge2358]

Absolutely love your video's. I have one toe nail that is curling into the toe at the top. I keep it as short as possible as you state in this video but wondering if there is anything else I should be doing.

[@TheSalonLife]

maybe look into these spacers for the toes... and barefoot shoes.

[@mia_2524]

What do you suggest on how to get ride of the corner skin where the mail ends , if someone does not have a drill ? ❤️

[@TheSalonLife]

Using proper creams that soften the skin and prevent the hardening (Kerasal ointment). Rubbing the feet gently with a towel after each shower helps these areas too. I will add the creams links to the description box below the video.

[@libbyannstew8775]

Very interesting video Anna, thank you. Can too much pressure when pushing back the cuticle cause ridges in the nail? Also, are those electronic file systems safe for home use?

[@TheSalonLife]

1) yes. When the skin is pushed too much it can cause horizontal ridges in the nail 2) no. E-files are professional tools that should only be used with proper hands on training and lots of practice.

[@libbyannstew8775]

@@TheSalonLife Ok thank you. When you say horizontal ridges would these be running “north and south” on the nail (i.e., from nail tip to cuticle) or east and west (one side of nail to the other)?

[@TheSalonLife]

No, the side to side. Easy to west :) North and south ridges are not caused by trauma but because the nail matrix is not producing the cells evenly anymore. Comes with age and like with grey hair some people experience them sooner than others

[@libbyannstew8775]

@@TheSalonLife Ok thanks Anna, guess along with nasty little monkey feet AND grey hair I also get nail ridges. Woot woot!

[@TheSalonLife]

I’m a firm believer in proper footwear. Many of the foot deformities are caused by shoes that squish the toes and push the foot forward. It’s not because of age per say. It’s how long you have worn uncomfortable shoes. My feet improved and my toes are now more straight since I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes for the last couple of years. I know that arthritis can mess with the joints but most of the problems can be improved. Also foot exercises and massages help. They are not only good for the feet but healthy feet means healthier knees and hips.

[@mooglily]

Hi Anna! Would it be possible to see a pedicure without the drill? Do you have tips for dealing with dry skin & cuticles around the nails without the drill? Thanks!

[@TheSalonLife]

We have an older video showing a pedicure being done with and without an e-file. Here is the link: studio.kzbin.info1kFnL3qrMKc/edit. Thanks!

[@conniepleasantnails]

This client nails look beautiful compared to my couple of clients. Mine have really thick nails that I need to take down slowly. Far worse, her feet look great in my eyes. ❤

[@patriciaenglish1027]

How can I do this myself at home without an electric file? Sorry for too many questions. Thank you

[@TheSalonLife]

Hello Patricia, this is a professional pedicure that I'm showing. So this cannot be done at home the same way. I suggest maybe visiting a trained professional and then maintaining by caring for the feet properly (I should do a video about it), using proper creams and maintaining proper hygiene daily and then doing DIY pedicure at home every 2 weeks by shortening the nails with a file and smoothing hard skin.

[@patriciaenglish1027]

@@TheSalonLife oh yes! That would be a very useful video! Thank you

[@tarar.915]

So I noticed that you didn’t rub in between the toes. Is there a reason?

[@helenamizera3807]

@@tarar.915 she mentioned in a different video where she does her own toenails that she does her skin care separately. So maybe the client didn't need it done during this visit.

[@patriciaenglish1027]

How can I tell if the yellowing is due to trauma or nail fungus?

[@TheSalonLife]

I've been doing pedicures for over 25 years so I usually can tell and if in doubt I send clients to a podiatrist to do a test. With fungal infection the nail is more crumbly. Nails like this are more prone to fungal infections but this is not a fungal infection.

[@ewabydgoska8544]

🙂✔️

[@smartypantswastaken]

It's the thumbnails of gnarly nail closeup, that show up without warning while I eat my lunch. And for this reason, I'm out. Love the channel and the content, but.... 🙂 so sorry.

[@TheSalonLife]

It's difficult with KZbin. You have to show what really the video is all about. I can't show nothing because no-one will click and the video and the editing was for nothing and people who look for this kind of educational content will not find me. I can't show a different foot because that is not going to be a true representation of what I'm about to show. Elderly people do not often have extremely pretty feet but they still need help and pros can benefit greatly from watching these educational videos. Showing perfect feet and hands is not realistic and not very helpful. I don't make gross or shocking thumbnails for the shock value. You can always click that you don't want to see these videos and KZbin algorithms will remember.

[@libbyannstew8775]

You are so kind and respectful Anna; I never dreamed when I was young that my feet would be aging in such an unattractive way but that’s life. Your clients are lucky to have found you and know they can get such compassionate and thorough care with no judgment.

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you kindly! The clients that allow me to film their services are sometimes self conscious but I always explain that it’s for educational purposes so others can learn from my experience. It hurts my heart to see unkind comments and I usually delete them (comments about clients) because that is just totally uncalled for. This comment although harsh, makes a very good point and I would like to hear more constructive criticism and feedback from my viewers. I myself don’t know what the right route is.

[@libbyannstew8775]

@@TheSalonLife Yes I ca imagine that it’s a balancing act at times, that’s for sure. I’m self conscious about my feet and don’t go for professional pedicures any more. I do the best I can at home following the guidelines you provide. I guess I’ve succumbed to the “beauty myth”. I should probably find a chiropodist or someone who does wellness pedicures (as you call them). I’d imagine they’re used to seeing just about everything with no judgment. Keep up the great work Anna. You are providing a very valuable service.

[@marym5664]

You are so skilled. I find all your videos invaluable. I only wish I lived on the same continent as you, your clients are very lucky. Don’t worry about showing real nails and problems not everyone is young! Thank you.

[@Ivanagoodname]

Loved watching, thank you! Really enjoyed your explanations whilst doing too. Thank you!

[@TheSalonLife]

Thank you so much :))