Babydoll Weddings Beauty: Sexy Summer Feet

by | May 24, 2017 | beauty, foot spa

Wedding plans are falling into place, you are getting closer to the big day which means that your honeymoon is getting closer as well (we can hear you sigh from here!).  Whether you have picked a tropical beach honeymoon or not, you want to be sure that you have sexy summer feet ready to dance the night away or snuggle in bed.  Here is our DIY guide to soft and sexy feet.

Babydoll Weddings Beauty Sexy Summer Feet

Smooth Supple Feet

Feet don’t have many oil glands which leaves them prone to dryness.

Fix it:

Moisturize feet daily.  Restore softness by applying a foot cream immediately after showering, while skin is still wet. For maximum benefits, look for one that also contains exfoliators such as lactic acid to improve its ability to soften your skin.

Babydoll Weddings Sexy Soft FeetThick Toenails

Fingernails grown thinner with age but toenails thicken and harden due to the pressure from shoes.

Fix it:

Trim and file correctly: Using a nail clipper, trim toenails into a square shape. This will eliminate splits and ingrown nails. They should be even with the tips of your toes.  Smooth rough edges by using long strokes with an emery board.

Overgrown Cuticles

Excess skin builds up over time and attaches to the nail, shortening your natural nail.

Fix it:

Soften cuticles every 2 weeks: Rub on cuticle oil and immerse feet in warm water for 10 minutes to loosen skin. You can also apply a cuticle remover.

Push cuticles back and trim: Gently ease cuticles off the nail with an orangewood stick, and snip hangnails using a nipper.

Calluses

Calluses are a result of so many things – pressure and friction from shoes, walking barefoot and even genetics (something else you can thank your parents for!).

Fix it:

Exfoliate daily: Use a pumice stone in the shower to buff away dead cells. Water softens skin, making it easier to remove so, if your balance isn’t perfect enough to do this in the shower, soak your feet in warm water first. Also, don’t get too carried away with sloughing (calluses protect feet, so don’t file them down entirely) and razors, which can cut skin and lead to infection.

Yellowing Nails

This discoloration is usually residual staining from red or darker polishes.

Fix it:

Buff superficial stains: Lightly filing nails erases surface marks.

Bleach nails: Remove stubborn stains with the natural citric acid from a lemon (do not use household bleach).

Use a base coat: Applying this clear polish before painting nails creates a stain-fighting barrier. Try alternate shades: If you wear dark hues, go lighter every 3 weeks.

See your doctor: Persistent yellowing could be a sign of health problems.

 

Babydoll Weddings Beauty: When You Don’t Have Time For A Pedicure

by | Jun 9, 2016 | Babydoll Beauty Secrets, Beach, beauty, beauty diy, foot spa, Glam, hydration, summer, Tips, Wedding Day Prep

Summer is officially here and we all know what that means; sun, sandals, pool days and vacation! All of which are reasons to get those feet in tip top summer shape. Some of us are religious with pedicures while others are not (I am not…). But I have found a way to keep my feet summer smooth in between pedicures. And yes it may sound like a weird combination of ingredients but it works!
976709f179de6c770eba84547d5e6c9aAll you need is 1 cup of Listerine; you can use any of the flavors but I prefer the blue. 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and 2 cups of “boiling” hot water. I prefer a temperature slightly below boiling, as long as it’s hot. Soak feet for about 20 minutes in the mixture. Which is the perfect amount of time to catch up n your favorite show, a good book or your social media! After the 20 minutes are up, rinse and all of the dead skin wipes right off. Perfect way to help those dry feet when you can’t squeeze a pedicure into your busy life!

Babydoll Beauty Secrets: Foot Reflexology

by | Dec 17, 2014 | Babydoll Beauty Secrets, foot spa, Micky

Holidays have you stressed and wishing for a massage but not sure where to go? Are your feet protesting all the hours you spend on your feet doing last minute shopping? Micky has the perfect solution for you! 

Check out a foot reflexology place, they are popping up everywhere! Basically, they use different pressure points and reflex areas, mostly on the feet, to release stress and pressure from your feet. You will leave feeling like you just had a full body massage. They soak your feet in a warm bath while they work on your upper body and travel to your feet. The best part about it, you can go alone or with a friend, as you remain fully clothed the entire time! Try it yourself and you’ll be hooked! 

Babydoll Beauty Secrets: Love Those Feet

by | Feb 25, 2014 | Babydoll Beauty Secrets, foot spa

After the long stressful day our feet need rest and maybe a little spoiling too. In order to have them refreshed, rested and re-energized, we should cultivate the useful habit of soaking. It’s easy, it only takes ten minutes and the effect is stunning, especially in inflamed, cracked or varicose feet. Here is how:

Pour cool water in a small basin. Use warmer water in the cold winter months. Pour one tablespoon or more of massage oil or any other essential oil. Choose lavender for varicose veins, pine for tired feet and lemon for freshness. If you’re out of essential oils, add bath salts or a heaping spoonful of sea salt.
Mix and soak feet for 8 to 10 minutes. Relax your mind by turning on some calming music or reading one of your favorite book.


After a soak, dry your feet with a soft towel. If desired you can follow up with lotion or massage oil. Apply in gentle massaging motions for 3 to 5 minutes for maximum efficiency.