Pedicure stools are stools that are explicitly designed for use in homes. A wide range of Pedicure stools are available, depending on intended use. They do not include many features like the normal pedicure chair does and we may have to use external features like foot baths for administration of pedicures. A well-equipped spa will have an assortment of pedicure chairs available, and these comfy chairs are measured one of the perks of the spa experience by many customers but when one wants to do a pedicure at ease of the home pedicure stools come to the rescue.

A basic pedicure stool is simply a 3 legged, well padded chair which allows one to work on nails while they sit in comfort. These stools can often be raised and lowered to carry out various necessary operations, and they may comprise of a reconfigurable backs as well. Typically, a pedicure stool will be covered in vinyl, plastic, or another material which can easily be cleaned between pedicures for a hale and hearty environment.

This pedicure stool relates to use or efficacy stools of the spa type that are designed for use in the home and around the yard and garden. The primary object is to provide a simple yet very practical and efficient device that is easily and quickly adjustable from a low position, where it can be used for a pedicure, and to various heights up to a point where it may serve as an auxiliary or adjustable pedicure stool on which a person may comfortably sit.

When attuned to one of its upper positions the supporting platform can be used as a seat that can be secured at the most fitting height for the child or person who is to use it. When this is done the device is not only functional as a spa stool but can be employed as a pedicure stool with a foot support thus when one wishes to pedicure her own feet, and for which a supplementary foot support is disclosed.

A good pedicure stool can represent a substantial investment but one can opt for the normal stools too. Stools that are more elaborate can be extraordinarily costly, and they are used in spas that usually go to great lengths to take care of their equipment for this reason. A pedicure stool must also be easily to keep dirt free and clean, so that the person using can assure a healthy environment.

A pedicure stool may simply be attached with a tub of water externally to soak and clean the feet. However, many have containers which are attached up to the plumbing, allowing users to fill and drain the tub once in a while through the pedicure process. Sometimes the tub comes with features like jets and lighting providing an ambiance that is enjoyable to the user. Normally the pedicure stool has a footrest attached to it ensuring that the user’s feet will be comfortable while performing the pedicure.



By: Muna wa Wanjiru

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A pedicure is a novel procedure to enhance the appearance of the feet, and the look of the nails. Pedicure is a procedure that is similar to manicure. The origin of the word pedicure is the Latin words cura and pes, which mean foot and care respectively.

In order to get a goof pedicure, one can either go to a beauty salon or parlor, or one can get it done with the help of a friend, at home itself.

There are a number of pedicure tools that one will need before they can get started with the actual procedure of a pedicure.

Some of the basic pedicure tools that one would require for the most meager of pedicures are:

Nail cutters or nail clippers-These are required to clip and shape the edges of the nails and are an important part of pedicure tools. Make sure the nail cutter shape is specific for the type of mails you want to cut-fingers, or feet.

Nail filer- The nail filer is used to file the nails and to provide the finishing effect to the nails, by shaping the nails after the clipping is done.

Cuticle cutter- The cuticle cutter is used to cut the cuticles. Always take caution while cutting the cuticles; you could hurt yourself if not.

Cuticle pusher-This is used to push the cuticles back.

Nailbrush- this is used to apply the coats of nail polish and also to coal the surface of the nails with various paints and decorative substances and is also one of the important pedicure tools.

Orange stick – The orange stick is nothing but a small and slightly flat stick, which is round at the end and has a flat tip as well. The orange stick is used for cleansing the nails and also for pushing back cuticles in the absence of a cuticle pusher. It appears like a small tongue depressor, around 4 inches in length and 0.5 inches wide approximately. As the name itself suggest, they are mostly orange in color and are one of the necessary items among the pedicure tools.

An orange stick can also be used for cleaning the under of ones nails, or to buff out and clean the toe of finger nails, or to push down carefully, the cuticle that is growing above the toenail. You can do all these actions without an orange stick as well, but the orange sticks that are currently available are cheap, fit easily in purses, and are just basically useful in the sense of the number of things you can do with one.

Originally, these were made of orange wood, and hence derived their name from their source. Now, they are available in a variety of different materials.

Pumice stones: Another tool that is very important for any home pedicure is the pumice stone.The pumice stone is used as an abrasive, specifically in polishing, in cosmetic exfoliants, and also for stone-washed jean material. “Pumice stones” are also frequently used in parlors and salons for the actual pedicure procedure to withdraw dry as well as excessive skin from the under or bottom area of the foot and for calluses as well.

Moisturizer: The moisturizer is used to sanitize and moisturize the skin of the foot and fingers both before and after the procedure is complete.



By: Muna wa Wanjiru

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Pedicure is a universal grooming activity, predominantly among women. During the pedicure process, it is best if one would place their foot at an angle of forty-five degrees on a stool or table that is stable. The procedure of pedicure necessitates the requirement of a range of instruments and supplies, such as clippers, nail polish, nail files, polish remover, scissors, lotion, nail hardener, and cuticle softener. As such, it is necessary to store these items properly when not in use. In addition, it is tiresome and difficult for the user get up from her set position when in the process of giving herself a pedicure in order to obtain another required item.

This is because nail polish is applied on the person’s toes and therefore he or she cannot wear shoes until it gets dried up. Another probability is that when the user moves around, the polish rubs off on expensive carpets, furnishings and other parts of the house where the feet are laid on. A professional offering pedicure services should necessarily have all the instruments ready to for the sake of its client’s convenience.

As such, it is normally desirable to have a suitable place where all necessary items can be located so that the user does not have to necessary to get up and look for other items required, especially when the toe is wet with nail polish or even remover.

A pedicure can be a remarkable form of pampering, and can raise your spirits and appease your aching feet at the same time. The development of the Pedicure station was a result of the necessity of the person undergoing the treatment to support his or her foot. The development is chiefly used as a hold up or rest on which the foot of the user is placed in a position that is favorable to performing pedicures. The development provides a satisfied and ergonomic device for sustaining in performing pedicures. It provides a convenient storage space for equipments used for the procedure. In addition, the device is handy and provides a convenient method to transport items that are related to the procedure of pedicure.

Therefore, Pedicure station is an entity of the invention to provide equipment for positioning the foot of a person getting a pedicure, which also provides a workspace for storing instruments and supplies required for performing pedicures.

It is another object of the development to provide a pedicure station that can give an elevated platform on which pedicure related items can be located and easily accessed by the user, at the same time while performing a pedicure.

There are two types of pedicure stations – a normal rolling cart that the manicurist sits on, with a bar in the front your feet relax on, or a large chair with a sink at the feet. Generally, higher end salons and spas use the latter style, and are often called pedicure chairs.

The Pedicure station can contain a portable accessory platform for placing all types of pedicure accessories all throughout the pedicure process. The station can comprise a base and a top member, with the support member pivotally linked to the top member.



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