What is an Elim Pedicure?
I have recently added Elim Medi Heel to my service list and to tell you that i am excited about this is an understatement. Being a mobile salon has its restrictions and for me pedicures have always been one of them. Pedicures to me scream luxury but they also need to achieve results. Your bog standard scrub and soak pedicure has gone, it was nice but i was happy to bye bye to it. When it was announced that Elim was to be joining under the umbrella which is Re:new beauty, i couldn’t contain my excitement; its just what i was looking for.
I’ve always enjoyed the results that can be achieved from a pedicure and its not only about the painting of toes and neatening of nails but the overall health of the feet. Foot care is important ok, take care of those feet! Until Elim arrived it was a hard old slog.
Elim is a medical grade pedicure treatment which uses state of the art ingredients to remove hard skin and calluses from the feet. The beautiful packaging is a nice added bonus.
Out with the Old, in with the New
A Facial for your feet is how the treatment is described, and what a bloody good description that it! Traditional methods, (the ones i was taught at college) such as harsh granular scrubs, filing and blading have dominated the industry from centuries.
An interesting fact: The action of filing and blading sends a message of trauma to our brain which results in the overproduction and excessive build up of hard skin; formation of calluses. The cells are basically trying to repair the “damage” not knowing that your trying to get rid of those nasty hard heels.
As you may know from the skincare side of things, we are all engrossed in new ways to approach skin health; AHA’s and BHA’s. These acids have actually always been in our products but due to the recent media coverage over the past few years we are much more knowing about them and how they work. We also want it ALL!
The Medi Heel Peeling systems offers a chemical alkaline peel which offers a much safer and more efficient method thereby enhancing the overall treatment experience that is a Pedicure.
The Heel Peel
The heel peel is carried out at the very beginning of the treatment. During which the pH of the skin is altered using “The Callus Tonic”. The tonic breaks down protein bonds that bind together the dead cells of the epidermis (callused skin). The main ingredient is Sodium Hydroxide and this is left on for a maximum of 10 minutes.
Once your 10 minutes are up the removal process begins using a scraper and a pumice. The scraper removes most whilst the pumice gently buffs and tidies with minimum pressure.
Once the removal process has been completed on both feet the “pH Neutraliser” will be applied to all areas where the tonic has touched the skin. This is an important step as it rebalances the pH and helps maintain the soft supple heels post treatment. The pH Neutraliser contains Citric acid and Aloe Vera.
If your feet are somewhat over due a pedicure then please note that it may take more than 1 appointment to remove all callused areas. We will chat about this pre and post treatment so that you have a realistic overview of what can be achieved using this treatment. The treatment can be carried out fortnightly and there are products you can use to maintain your pedicure at home.
Next Steps
There are two pedicures to choose from; the express and the luxury.
The express goes as far as the heel peel, which is followed up with the Foot Perfector; a unique balm made up of a gel powder formula that ensures nourished and protected feet with a non-slip finish.
But if you want a real special treat then go all the way with the Luxury Elim Pedicure. Let me tell you whats included.
Alpha Hydroxy Acid Foot Exfoliant - Containing Lactic acid, Glycolic acid, Jojba beads and collaged this wondrous product exfoliates, gently peels and hydrates the feet and lower legs leaving them soft and smooth in appearance.
Elim’s commitment to promoting a clean and healthy environment for ocean life means that they do not use plastics microbeads in their products. AMAZING!
Ulra Mud - Oh wow this product. You can in fact use this externally all over the body, and for feet it is exceptional to say the least. A deep cleansing, rich clay mask formulated with 40 ingredients designed to detoxify, purify, protect, cleanse and hydrate. Key ingredients include Volcanic Ash, Honey (sourced from a sustainable bee farm in the western cape of South Africa), Maca Root, Arnica and Ginger. Applied with a brush all over the feet and ankles. Feet can be wrapped in cling film and popped in heated boots for an extra dose of intensity.
Spa Additive - To wash away the mask feet are then soaked in Spa Additive which is a natural antiseptic foot soak formulated to target fungal concerns and bacteria causing foot odour. Key ingredients are Tea tree, Rosemary, Geranium and Sodium Sesquicarbonate (salt crystals).
Foot Perfector is then applied and massaged to the feet and lower legs. This product contains a powerful humectant to maintain hydration, treat dry cracked feet and provide a gel powder finish.
Cuticle MD - Not forgetting those nails, cuticle oil is applied and left to soak in. This oil is antibacterial and is a blend of 10 oils containing a blend of citrus and calendula oils and arnica extract.
Gold Spritz - Finishing your treatment off with a generous spritz of GOLD! Because why the heck not. A daily indulgence of radiance to the legs, body, arms and hair! This gorgeous dry oil smells absolute divine which is sourced from the Grasse Region in France. How Fancy!
Biosculpture Gel Toes or Nail Varnish + Cutcile work, shaping and filing are all included in the treatment too.
So there you have it the new fancy pants pedicure that is available to you now (or from April 12th, fingers crossed) in the comfort of your own home. The treatment is carried out on a beauty couch, i will need some space and 10 minutes to set up. #
The express elim takes around 20 minutes, you could add this on to your facial appointment or it could be done during the soak off of your gel manicure. The choice is yours. The luxury can take up to 60 minutes.
Perfect for brides to be, holiday makers, friends, mums, aunties, you can even purchase vouchers too to give the gift of a pedicure.
If you would like more information or would like to book in then please send me a message here.
FAQS
It is ok to perform this treatment on someone that is pregnant. After the first trimester is personally advised.
All Elim products are safe to use on people who are diabetic.
Its important to be aware that there are some contraindications to treatment which i have listed below. This means that it is not safe to carry out these treatments until the contraindication is no longer there.
Clients using Ro-accutane. This is due to the possibility of a thinned and photosensitized epidermis.
Bleeding Skin
Sensitive Skin
Sunburn
Eczema
Psoriasis
Unexplained Swelling or Inflammation
Infectious skin conditions
Known allergies to the listed ingredients
Open cuts and abrasions
Verrucae