The Pedicure Guru in Paris This international pedicurist is a treasure to be discovered. Anabel de la Grange
If you eat, you care for your teeth. So if you walk, it stands to reason you should care for your feet, n’est-ce pas? At least, that’s the philosophy of , the pedicurist guru of Paris. His approach is not solely cosmetic; he uses the finest medical-grade instruments you’ve ever seen to transform your feet into the prettiest peds ever: nary a cuticle nipper in sight, instead various sized micro drills (typically used by dentists), tiny scapula like the ones from 7th-grade science class, and high quality files and buffers.
A believer in “naked” nails, Bastien advises you to let your feet breath. Unlike hands, feet come in contact with less oxygen throughout the day, so toenails can become brittle. He compares the fragility of dry toenails to a flaky mille-feuille (though nowhere near as delicious) and explains that wearing nail polish over an extended period of time seriously weakens the nail surface.
Know that feeling when you don’t need to use foundation for skin imperfections, but just when and because you want to? Imagine that same feeling when the polish from your pedicure fades: You no longer have to rush to the salon for fear of The Toes That Lie Beneath. Ahhhh!
Bastien understands that we need to still wear open-toe stilettos, so he will not let you leave until your feet are flawless in their natural state. From meticulous nail shaping and cuticle cleaning, to exfoliation and an unbelievable massage, this international pedicurist is a treasure to be discovered. Plus, he gives you some easy-to-follow tips to maintain your pretty new toes, such as brushing them while in the tub to maintain soft skin, and massaging in cuticle crème before bed. .
It’s a refreshing experience to let your feet go au naturel. Take it from me. Learn more about professional pedicure treatments from Bastien himself; book an appointment on your next trip to Paris. He also has trained teams in London, L.A., New York, Sydney, Milan, Greece, Berlin, and Dubai.
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