You might know what a manicure is, but what about a pedicure? A pedicure is a spa treatment to clean, trim, buff, scrub, sometimes paint, and just-plain pamper your toenails. Scroll down for answers to any additional questions you may have about pedicures, from prices and nail-salon etiquette to the types of pedicures available.

HOW MUCH IS A PEDICURE?

Since every pedicure is different, prices tend to vary. But, generally, you can expect to pay between $35–$60 for a pedicure. With one of our deals, you might pay around $15–$35 per pedicure. Now- how much to tip for a pedicure? To calculate how much to tip for a pedicure, add about 15–20% to your bill.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PEDICURES?

Most people get a pedicure to relax or cosmetic touch-ups, but there are a few potential health benefits as well:

• Infection detection: A nail artist might be able to detect fungal infections or bunions early, so you can deal with them before they become an issue.
• Softer skin: Many pedicures will use creams, lotions, and other add-ons that work to cure dry skin. And nearly all of them include exfoliation to remove any dead, unnecessary skin.
• Stress relief: If you can relax during a pedicure, you might get a psychological boost.

WHAT NAIL-SALON ETIQUETTE SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT?

A nail salon is a pretty laid-back spot with few rules. But there are few things you may want to know about before your pedicure:

• Don't trim your nails before a pedicure. The nail artist will do the trimming for you.
• Don't talk on the phone. Especially if there are other customers in the salon.
• Know what color you want your nail polish to be ahead of time.Taking too long to decide can throw off a nail artist's schedule.
• For more on nail-salon etiquette, read this article below: Nail Salon Etiquette 101

WHAT TYPES OF PEDICURES ARE THERE?

A normal pedicure (often called a "regular pedicure") means you'll get your foot soaked in a sink, then scrubbed with a file or a pumice stone to remove dead skin or calluses. Afterward, your nails will be trimmed and shaped, then polished (with a specific color, if you want). Other types include:

Shellac Pedicure

Since chipped nails after a pedicure can be a drag, some prefer the shellac pedicure, which uses a special polish and a UV lamp that should allow your polish to last about two weeks.

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Gel Pedicure

The gel pedicure is virtually the same as a shellac pedicure, except it uses a gel instead of a polish to keep your nail color from chipping.

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Spa Pedicure

A spa pedicure puts the emphasis on pampering. These vary, but in addition to a regular pedicure, a spa pedicure might come with a longer massage, a paraffin wax treatment, or a hot-stone treatment to ease muscle pain.

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IS THERE A "MEN'S PEDICURE"?

Yes! A guy can simply purchase a regular pedicure, though some nail salons specifically offer a men's pedicure.

OUR BEST PEDICURE DEALS LIVE RIGHT NOW

Click here to find pedicure deals near you, or scroll below to see some of the top deals live on our site:

Phoenix: Pedicure at Spa Tastic Blue Nails

Chicago: Pedicure at Naperville Nail Spa

Sacramento: Deluxe Pedicure with Foot Massage and Choice of Nail Color

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