There is an opinion that only in a cosmetology salon can a woman’s legs be brought to perfection. Indeed, previously it was difficult to achieve perfection at home. But recently a laser file for heels appeared in the segment of pedicure tools, and women had questions about how effective it is and whether it will help make their feet perfectly smooth. How to achieve this using a new accessory?
Disadvantages of conventional devices
For a long time, women used only pumice and a metal grater, having no alternative. Pumice stone is absolutely safe and does not injure the dermis, but for the effect to be noticeable, you have to steam your heels for a long time before the procedure. The processing itself takes even more time, and the result is weak and requires multiple repetitions. A metal grater copes with problems a little better. However, it has two unpleasant drawbacks: it quickly becomes dull and often injures the skin.
The disadvantages of pumice and grater forced women to turn to specialists. Now there is a choice - a laser file for heels. Reviews from those who have experienced its effect confirm: it perfectly tidies up the legs and maintains this condition.
Purpose of a foot file
Using such a tool, you can process and remove the rough layer of epidermis from the heels. In most cases, the heels of those women who walk a lot become rough. Of course, on the shelves of specialized stores you can see a wide variety of nail files. They affect the skin differently and have different coatings.
The most common sanding agent for heels is pumice. The only drawback of pumice is that it removes skin particles unevenly. And in order to treat the feet with such a device, a lot of effort will be required. In this case, you can pay attention to electric roller foot files. They are able to rotate at the speed required.
It is also important to consider the size of the abrasive itself. A device for treating large heels removes the dense layers of the epidermis. A small tool grinds. Abrasives are also divided into:
- electrical;
- mechanical.
What is
The device is made of stainless steel and equipped with a rubberized plastic handle. The metal surface of the accessory is strewn with numerous tiny teeth no more than 0.1 mm high. The specific relief of the working plane is created using laser equipment. There are different models on sale that differ in shape and abrasive structure. The edge of the tooth cuts off the thinnest layer of the area, then grinds it. This property of the laser surface makes the tool universal, capable of not only cleaning the foot, but also polishing it.
Advantages of the device
In addition to providing a high-quality result, a laser heel file has other valuable properties:
- Safety. The accessory is designed for maximum gentle cleaning. The risk of damage when using it is reduced to zero. Therefore, the device can be recommended even to people suffering from diabetes, and those who have too thin skin and problems with blood vessels.
- Durability. The materials from which the grater is made last a long time, and during operation their performance indicators practically do not change. The grinding surface of the tool does not become clogged, it can be washed under running water and disinfected before and after treating feet.
How to choose the right product
Laser heel file Mertz 755 is a universal model. It has a large work surface and a long handle that is comfortable to hold in your hands. This assistant is especially relevant for salon pedicures; it can also be recommended for men.
Mertz file models 607 and 608 are especially popular among women due to their curved handle. Their configuration is designed specifically to easily handle hard-to-reach areas of the foot without putting you in weird or dangerous positions.
The handles of all models of this brand are made of rubberized plastic, which ensures durability. The material does not slip even in a soapy hand.
Scholl brand device
Thanks to an active advertising campaign for this file, consumers learned about the existence of this type of device. Many people associate an automatic file with the Scholl brand.
All rollers from this company have a reliable diamond coating, which indicates a long service life of one replaceable element. But the disadvantage of the models is the overpriced price, which can only be explained by the name of the brand. Many users claim that less expensive analogues cope with the task no worse. Files are available in two versions: battery-powered and battery-powered. The cost of the latter is much higher.
Laser heel file: how to use
Processing the feet with a tool should not cause difficulties, since the process is similar to cleansing the feet with pumice and other graters (metal, ceramic). There are three ways to carry out the procedure. Each of them has pros and cons, so the woman must choose the one that suits her best:
- Dry.
- With steaming (wet).
- With pre-treatment with cream.
Some manufacturers indicate that it is preferable to use a file after steaming your feet or soaking them in cream. Why is this stated, and which method is the safest?
Terms of use
Simple hand graters and files do not require instructions. Electric machines are equipped with a detailed description of their correct use. Most of the products for mechanical cleansing of heels require preliminary steaming of problem areas before removing the stratum corneum. This applies to working with a scraper. A machine with a blade will easily remove the thickening and will not cause pain or injury to well-softened heels.
Before cleaning your feet with a pumice stone, brush, metal or wood, you need to arrange a foot bath. The legs should be steamed in water at a temperature of 40-50°C for 20-30 minutes. To achieve a quick effect, use sea or table salt with baking soda, essential oils, herbal decoctions, and other means.
As for the medium-hard laser grater, it can be used on dry and wet heels. But when using a coarse abrasive file designed to remove strong thickening, you should not steam your feet to avoid injury.
Glass and ceramic options, due to their structure with small abrasive particles, are recommended to be polished exclusively on dry feet.
To use an electric machine correctly, you must follow the following algorithm:
- Wash your feet with soap.
- Dry your feet well with a towel.
- Allow the skin to dry completely.
- Start the machine.
- Apply the roller of an electric file to the problem area that requires cleaning, without applying much pressure to the handle.
- Make smooth movements of the roller over problem areas, without staying in one place for too long.
- At the end of the procedure, you should wipe your feet with a dry towel and treat the skin with cream.
Additional polishing after using a high-quality electric file is not required. When the roller becomes unusable, it should be replaced with a new one.
Dry pedicure (European)
This method requires no preparation. It is fast and convenient: you take the laser heel file into your hands and begin treating problem areas. This will appeal to those who don't like to steam their feet. In addition, the process is considered more gentle and gentle. The dry method is suitable for women with thin and sensitive skin on the heels.
However, there are downsides. For example, the method will provide an insignificant effect if your feet have not been looked after for a long time. In addition, it is better not to practice it for people with cracked heels. In this case, the dermis is more often injured, since it has less elasticity than a steamed one. Some women refuse the dry procedure because of the fine dust flying around during sanding.
Related tool
It is important for a woman to always look good. But sometimes the problem of rough heels is not the only one. The constantly growing cuticle becomes the culprit of untidy legs. Many will say, why remove the cuticle at all? If it is not removed in time, it will lead to the formation of hangnails and nail growth will slow down. And with an overgrown cuticle, your nails are guaranteed to look unkempt.
There are many different tools in the fight against cuticles: trimmer, pencil, europeum, nippers, gels. The German company Mertz has developed a laser cuticle file, which has become a real discovery. The cuticle file has a thin diamond coating. Thanks to this coating, dead tissue is quickly and efficiently removed, and the nail plate takes on an ideal shape. You can use the file yourself at home. It's not difficult at all.
The file size is 11.5 cm. It will not take up much space in your purse, and you can always solve a nail problem at any time. After removing the cuticle, wash the nail area and apply cosmetic oil. The laser file will serve you for a long time. Now you can avoid visiting beauty salons and create beauty on your hands and feet yourself.
Before using a grater and file, make sure that you have no contraindications. Of course, they do not cause allergies. But if you have cuts, burns, devices - all this will only worsen the situation. If you become hostage to fungal diseases, the first thing you should do is see a doctor for an examination. Only after completion of treatment can you begin the procedures.
You can purchase the 608 Mertz laser grater and cuticle file in professional cosmetic departments or in an online store. With such tools you can easily and easily do manicures and pedicures without leaving your home. After using these devices, you can proudly show off your baby's pink heels.
Wet pedicure
This is the most common method, which is approved by many users and experts. The legs are steamed in a container of hot water. After the skin of the foot has softened, you can begin to treat the rough areas with a grater. This is truly the most effective method, especially if a laser heel file is used for care (the photo makes it possible to evaluate the result).
Minuses:
- the skin dries more than usual after manipulation;
- the process takes a lot of time.
Procedure with pre-treatment with cream
It is believed that this is a type of dry pedicure, since using this method there is no need to steam the feet. Apply a cream with a greasy consistency to clean skin. The process of removing calluses and rough areas begins after it is completely absorbed.
This method has many advantages:
- dust does not fly around during exfoliation;
- softened skin of the legs becomes elastic and more protected from snagging by the teeth of the file;
- subsequently there is no dryness;
- the process takes a little time.
Minus: the effect is somewhat weaker than when steaming.
Possible problems and their solutions
The file began to work slowly.
Most likely, the batteries began to run out. All four pieces need to be replaced at once.
The new saw does not turn on.
You need to open the battery compartment and remove the protective gasket provided by the manufacturer.
The skin does not become smooth, sanding began to take more time.
It's time to replace the nozzle or use a roller with increased rigidity. The quality of the pedicure is also affected by the moisture content of the feet. Before the procedure, the feet need to be dried.
The skin turns red and sensitivity has increased.
It is necessary to use a less rigid nozzle or reduce the frequency of procedures. Most likely, the stratum corneum has been sufficiently removed; you need to focus on moisturizing and nourishing the feet.
Post-procedure treatment
After the skin of the feet has been exfoliated and polished, it should be generously lubricated with a rich, nourishing foot product. Users noticed that their skin began to dry out more when the laser heel file became their main assistant for performing pedicures. However, this will not always be the case - the active growth of the dermis will soon stop. It is better to repeat the procedure several times in the first week. Then the situation will change, and feet can be treated only once every seven days.
Laser heel file Mertz 755: reviews
The pedicure tool was rated quite highly by consumers. Most often there are descriptions of working with him, which emphasize the following qualities:
- excellent result, the heels became perfectly smooth;
- ease of processing;
- versatility: one side processes and the other polishes;
- safety of use;
- reducing the time spent on the procedure.
Cons: high price.
Experts recommend purchasing tools only from a reliable store. A fake will not provide the desired result; it will make the feet even rougher than they were before the treatment.
