Beauty
Just (dont) add water.
Dana Stern, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in nail health, tells Bustle.
As for why experts suggest skipping the soak?
Ready to take the (lack of a) plunge?
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What Is A Dry Pedicure?
The only real difference between a dry andtraditional pedicureis the practice of soaking ones feet in water.
Instead, dry or waterless pedicures begin by cleansing the feet with either steamed towels or anantiseptic spray.
For calluses, she says some use a remover that has the consistency of jelly.
And this adequately softens the skin without requiring water.
Lippmann echoes this, telling Bustle that dry pedicures are the only jot down she offers in her salon.
Another perk of the waterless method is that it eliminates the risk of using communal pedicure tubs.
How To DIY A Dry Pedicure
1.
Exfoliate & Hydrate
Apply scrub to legs and feet to exfoliate.
This will ensure polish is applied directly to the dry nail for the best adhesion.
Now its time to startpainting your nails.
And as for maintenance?
