Casual Summer

I have to admit, as much as I love a nice wedge or jeweled sandal, I usually reach for my flip flops during the summer.  I worked in the women's footwear industry for 13 years, so I have an appreciation for beautiful shoes, but there is something about the ease of wearing flip flops that I love.

To me, flip flops are synonymous with well manicured feet.  I don't have time to get pedicures.  I personally would rather make an appointment for a massage than sit in a pedicure chair.  Every other week, I maintain my nails and change the polish.  There is one tool I can not live without, my callus rasp.

I have tried everything.  From pumice stones and callus lotions to pedicure files.  My feet initially felt smooth, but once the lotion had absorbed into my skin, my heels would get rough.  I decided to give a stainless callus rasp a try and it has been an excellent addition to my pedicure routine.  In the shower I simply file my heels for about 30 seconds each.  I finish by applying a heavy cream and my feet are soft and smooth.  I am not embarrassed by dry, cracked heels when I wear my flip flops.

 

 

Do you have summer beauty tools?  Have you ever heard of a callus rasp?  Do you feel pedicures are worth the money and time or you feel you can achieve the same results at home?