Pedicure socks: reviews. Instructions for use

If there was an opportunity to spend around the clock on shopping and personal care, women would probably be happy about it. However, such an opportunity will never exist, because besides oneself there is also work, study, close people and friends who desire communication and tenderness. In such a hectic pace of life, it is not always easy to keep track of yourself. Manicure, hairstyle, skin, but there is no time left for legs. It is for such ladies that cosmetologists have developed Japanese or Korean pedicure socks , which take care of your feet while you are busy with everyday activities and worries.

What is baby foot?

However, modern cosmetology does not stand still. A few years ago, clever Asian masters invented another miracle remedy that changed the idea of pedicure as a whole. We are talking about special socks, the so-called baby feet. Manufacturers promise that by using this product, you can get rid of corns, calluses, unpleasant odor and get perfectly smooth, soft skin.

The most popular are Japanese, Korean and Chinese products. However, knowing China’s love for imitation brands, it makes sense to think about the advisability of purchasing such a “pig in a poke.”

Pedicure socks

What are exfoliating pedicure socks? Outwardly, they are similar to thick polyethylene shoe covers, only higher and with special adhesive tapes for fixation. Inside each product there is a layer of non-woven material. It can be soaked in peeling solution, or the solution is supplied separately and will need to be poured into the socks before or after putting them on your feet - this is a personal choice. There is no fundamental difference here.

There may be one or two pairs per package. It depends on the manufacturer. Soso pedicure socks are sold in 2 pairs, while Chinese and Korean brands, as a rule, produce one pair each. But in any case, it turns out that using socks is more profitable than visiting a beauty salon.

You don’t have to worry about not being able to use the miracle remedy due to non-standard leg parameters. The size chart is impressive - from size 35 to 45. So the socks are suitable for both Thumbelina and larger ladies.

Exfoliating foot masks

Feet need constant care, otherwise the skin becomes rough and cracks appear. There are many reasons for this unpleasant phenomenon and they are all different:

A common cause is incorrect and tight shoes. And also high heels: due to the inconvenience of wearing them, the skin on the heels becomes rough and rough.
Overweight people have increased stress on their legs, so the skin quickly cracks.
The skin becomes rough due to the formation of the stratum corneum after fungal diseases. Therefore, before starting the procedure, you need to consult a dermatologist. You may need to prescribe antifungal medications.
Hard heels occur as a result of metabolic problems.

Japanese pedicure socks

Babyfoot from the Japanese company Sosu is most popular in Russia, perhaps due to its availability - you don’t have to wait long for the package, you can go and buy the product you like. In addition, these pedicure socks have numerous and mostly positive reviews. According to them, peeling can improve even very neglected heels and restore smoothness and softness to the skin. There are three versions of the socks with different scents - mint, rose and lavender. The products are convenient because the inner surface is already impregnated with the active substance; all you have to do is put them on and wait for the result.

The peeling contains lactic acid, which affects the exfoliation process. In addition, the tool has added:

Ivy. The extract tones the skin of the feet, has an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.
Sage. Reduces redness and irritation that may appear on the skin. Reduces sweating and eliminates unpleasant odor.
Soapwort. Prevents the occurrence of dermatitis.
Soybean and castor oil. Nourish and moisturize the skin of the feet.
Ceramides. Helps improve skin immunity.
Hyaluronic acid. Deeply moisturizes the skin and gives elasticity.

Due to the action of lactic acid in the active substance, rough skin, corns and calluses soften and peel off. Plant components enhance the exfoliating effect and care for the feet.

Operating principle

The principle of action is explained by the presence of organic acids . They:

Helps remove:
roughness;
calluses;
dead skin cells.
Improves metabolic processes.
Soften the skin of the feet.
Activate blood circulation.

Acids penetrate the skin and destroy the connection between dead particles and “living” skin, the stratum corneum is destroyed, and the process of epidermis renewal begins.

The feet are disinfected, the active ingredients moisturize the dermis . The feet become smooth and soft.

Herbal extracts:

have an anti-inflammatory effect;
soften the effect of acids;
fill the skin with nutrition and soothe it.

The composition may also include antibacterial components that can destroy bacteria and reduce the risk of fungal infection.

Korean pedicure socks

Another fairly well-known product for pedicure at home is Shiny foot peeling from the Korean company Tony Moly. The company has existed for many years and has proven itself well both in the domestic market and abroad. Pedicure socks have good reviews. The manufacturer assures that peeling, in addition to its intended purpose, will eliminate unpleasant odor, eliminate excessive sweating, relieve stress and help restore water balance. In addition to lactic acid, the composition contains extracts of green tea, peach tree leaves and sophora root.

The set includes one pair of socks, active peeling agent and instructions. Unlike Japanese Sosu, the Korean version involves pouring liquid into your socks yourself.

WE DO THE PEELING PROCEDURE AT HOME

How to use foot peeling socks:

Wash your feet in water at a comfortable temperature, remove nail polish (if any), rinse, and steam. You can use pumice, it is better not to use shower gels.
Dry your feet with a towel.
Apply Vaseline or other greasy cream to the tattoos: otherwise the design may be damaged.
Remove the gel mass from the package , remove the top strip, and put on socks.
Carefully cut off the top of the “shoe covers” along the dotted line.
If there are no fastenings, we select laces, rubber bands or tape in advance to fit a universal size.
We put regular socks on top for fixation.
Distribute the exfoliant evenly under the sock.
For the middle layer of horn cells we keep for 1.5 hours, for the dense layer - 2-2.5 hours.
It is better to sit during the session: it is not advisable to move excessively.
It is especially important not to overexpose alcohol and acids, unlike gel.
Remove the mask and lightly rinse your feet in a soap bath.
Apply cream to moisturize or nourish.

Precautionary measures

Avoid sun exposure after the session.
To make it easier to hide peeling, it is advisable to carry out the course in winter.
The skin peels off in large patches: as a result of sunburn. You cannot tear off the flaps, you can only carefully cut off the edges.
Use disposable products only once.
If you have been wearing socks or are allergic , we treat your feet with external antihistamines.
Silicone socks will consolidate the effect of peeling socks. Washing is allowed, spinning is not. Application cycle – up to 50 sessions. Contraindicated for foot fungus.
In case of individual intolerance, immediately wash off the product with water. A slight tingling sensation on the feet begins after 15 minutes: then you can cool the feet in a container of water. In general, pedicure “shoe covers” do not cause itching, pain or burning.
If you walk around the rooms during the session, there is a danger of slipping.
You must follow the instructions exactly.

Chinese baby foot

No less popular are Chinese Foot fit pedicure socks. Such products have recently been in great demand. Although these pedicure socks have the most controversial reviews: some buyers are satisfied with the result and note that the product can even get rid of old plantar warts, others write that the products are ineffective. Perhaps it all depends on the duration of the procedure or on the quality of the socks.

The active substance includes lactic, hydrosuccinic, glycolic, salicylic and citric acids, alcohol, castor oil, natural extracts (soapwort, chamomile, horsetail, clematis leaves, sage, ivy, citruses), arginine, butylene glycol and water.

The package contains one pair of products with an inner layer impregnated with a special gel. They need to be kept on your feet longer than Korean or Japanese Soso pedicure socks (2 hours). Also significant differences include the fact that in order to achieve the best result and accelerate the peeling of old skin, it is allowed to gently rub the heels with a hard washcloth 3-4 days after the procedure. Of the minuses, all customers note the unpleasant smell of the product, and some are alarmed that the nail polish comes off, even if it is freshly applied.

How to do it yourself?

To make pedicure socks you need:

Lemon juice or citric acid – 2 tablespoons.
Crushed aspirin tablets - 7 pieces.
Glycerin – 2 tablespoons.
Warm water or chamomile or calendula decoction – 100 ml.
If available, you can add 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

First you need to dissolve lemon juice (if necessary, you can replace it with citric acid) and aspirin in water or a decoction of herbs. Add glycerin to the resulting solution.
Before use, it is better to test the composition on the skin. You should not experience a burning sensation, only a slight tingling sensation. If the sensations are strong, dilute the resulting composition with water and again look at the skin reaction.
Then put on cotton socks and soak your feet in the solution. You can wet the entire sock, or you can wet only those areas of the foot that need softening.
Place shoe covers or plastic bags over your socks and secure them to your feet with tape.
After 40 minutes, remove your socks, wash your feet thoroughly and apply cream.

After a few days, the process of removing rough skin from the legs should begin.

European socks for pedicure

European manufacturers, as always happens, could not stay away from the product, which is very popular, and released their own analogues of Asian products. Almea baby foot pedicure socks from the British company Almea are proof of this.

It is stated that exfoliation occurs due to the action of fruit acids, but they are not listed in the composition. Featured are orange and grapefruit oils, meadowsweet extracts, sage leaves and clematis, cellulose and glycerin.

Unlike their Asian counterparts, European socks do not have a special adhesive tape for fixation, nor any ties. Therefore, if the choice fell on Almea, it makes sense to stock up on tape in advance.

It is recommended to keep the socks on your feet for 2 hours; before use, you need to remove the coating from your nails. Although, judging by the reviews, the active substance does not affect the varnish in any way. The process of peeling off the epidermis takes a long time, up to 5 weeks even with the use of scrubs. These pedicure socks have mixed reviews: equally enthusiastic praises and negativity.

Advantages and disadvantages

Buyers in reviews of exfoliating foot socks highlight several positive qualities of the care product. These include:

budget cost;
ease of use;
quick effect;
soft impact;
duration of the result;
a large number of properties;
prevention of infection by fungus and other bacteria.

After using exfoliating foot socks, according to reviews from girls from different countries, the feet remain soft for 3-6 months. But it is worth noting the disadvantages of the care procedure:

Duration of exfoliation. Complete skin renewal will take place after 7-14 days, since you need to wait until the layer comes off on its own.
Aggressive composition. Do not neglect the manufacturers' recommendations and leave the covers for more than 1 hour, this will reduce the risk of burns.
Single use.

Doing it right

Open the package. Take out the exfoliating pedicure socks and carefully cut off the top of each product along the perforation. Be careful not to damage the socks themselves or spill their contents. If the solution comes separately, pour it inside.

Put on plastic socks and try to evenly distribute all the liquid so that your feet are completely covered with it. Don't be afraid to tear your socks, they are quite thick, so they will survive all your manipulations.

Secure the socks with the included adhesive tapes. If you suddenly forgot to put them in the kit, use tape. If desired, you can additionally wear regular cotton items on top. This will not affect the procedure in any way, but will guarantee reliable fixation of the pedicure socks and will not allow them to slip off.

Be patient. You need to stay in socks from an hour to an hour and a half or two, depending on the condition of the skin of your feet and the manufacturer’s recommendations. If you keep them less, there will be no visible result. It’s also not worth overexposing, focusing on “just to be sure.” It is not recommended to actively move or move around the apartment during the procedure, so as not to tear your socks, spill the peeling liquid, and this is also inconvenient. Read a book or watch your favorite program - combine business with pleasure. While you are relaxing, a special solution will transform your legs.

After waiting the right time, take off your socks and wash your feet with warm water without soap.

Pedicure socks are designed for one use. Therefore, after the procedure, throw away the used sachets. Repeated use will not give any result, since the active composition will no longer be so.

Get ready to wait. There will be no immediate results. Approximately 3-5 days after the procedure, exfoliation of the upper layers of the epidermis will begin, which will take about a week or a little more. To speed up this process a little, you can do steaming baths, but under no circumstances should you treat your heels with a hard washcloth or pumice stone. You can damage the delicate new skin and cause some kind of infection.

Keep in mind that the exfoliation process is not very aesthetically pleasing, if not scary. Therefore, try to carry it out before the barefoot period.

Where can you buy pedicure socks?

The product for home peeling can be purchased in chain stores: “Rainbow Smile”, “Scarlett”, “Spectrum” have Asian pedicure socks in their assortment. The price is more than reasonable - from 100 to 300 rubles, depending on the manufacturer. L'etoile offers its customers Korean pedicure socks at a very affordable price - 252 rubles per pair. They are quite effective. In addition, you can purchase pedicure socks at the pharmacy or order directly from Korea, Japan or China. However, they will cost more – from about 500 rubles.