Manicure during pregnancy: myths and reality

2024 Author: James Gerald | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 14:00

Pregnancy is a special time in the life of every woman. And for expectant mothers, many concerns about the safety of the baby are mingled with the natural desire to remain attractive. Therefore, we have tried to put together all the information related to manicure and pedicure procedures.

We are the ManiQu service, our masters professionally do manicure and pedicure at home. 29% of our clients are pregnant women who often ask: is a manicure and pedicure dangerous for me and my child, which type of manicure is better, which brands of varnish can I use? We know the answers to all these questions. And we are happy to share this information.

What type of manicure to choose: hardware or classic trim?

What is the difference between the two types of manicure?

• With a trimmed manicure (classic), the alignment of the nail, the trimming of the cuticle and burrs is done using tools: nail scissors, nippers, pusher. Before the start of the procedure, the hands are steamed.
• With hardware manicure, special attachments are used to remove the dead cuticle layer and process the nail plate (grinding, polishing, grinding). Hands are not steamed before the start of the procedure.

Cuts and injuries are possible with any of the selected types of manicure: their safety is guaranteed only by the professionalism of the master. For pregnant women, we recommend a European cut-off manicure - the master shapes the nails, gently treats the cuticles with an orange stick and a special softening agent, without cutting it off.

Can shellac be used during pregnancy?

Shellac is a special durable coating based on a base gel and colored varnish. It lasts a long time, does not scratch, is not afraid of water.

Shellac is safe for pregnant women. Its components do not smell, do not evaporate, there are no acids and acetone-containing solvents in it. Ultraviolet light is needed to cure the coating, but irradiation with a UV lamp is also not dangerous. A person receives the same amount of ultraviolet rays every time he goes outside on a sunny day.

Can nail extension be done during pregnancy?

Gel nail extension is a safe procedure, since the constructing gel lies on the top layer and does not come into contact with the living subungual structure. Acrylic is another matter: it is an extremely harmful substance, especially dangerous in position.

In addition, the danger may lie not in the imposition, but in the removal (cutting off) of the modeling layer. But a professional technician can distinguish by eye the difference between the structures of the nail and the gel, and will not spoil the upper layer of the client's nail plate.

For pregnant women in the second half of the term, it is better to refrain from the nail extension procedure. Removing the coating is a long, salon procedure.

Can a pedicure be done during pregnancy?

Expectant mothers need to groom and cherish their feet, because they have to experience great stress. Hardware pedicure will help you quickly deal with calluses, calluses, remove rough skin and put your feet and nails in order. This is a cosmetic procedure with simultaneous foot massage along its reflex zones.

Are dust and drug odors dangerous?

Do not be afraid of dust and odors - these inconveniences can be avoided.

• During the processing of nails and feet, not only the master, but also the client must wear a gauze mask.
• Shellac and basecoat are odorless.
• For hardware removal of shellac, acetone is not used.

How to choose the right varnish?

Rely on professionals - they see the problem and know how to solve it. It is in their interests to offer the correct and adequate material and acquire a grateful regular customer.

There are lines of professional varnishes that are free from harmful components (formaldehyde, toluene and dibutyl phthalate). ManiQu masters offer customers, including expectant mothers, high-quality tested varnishes of the OPI and Essie brands.

Doctors advise pregnant women not to stain their nails for one reason - according to the color of the nail plate, the anesthesiologist will additionally monitor the woman's condition during childbirth. Therefore, in the last stages of pregnancy, it is better to use colorless varnishes.

Professional manicure at your home

The danger lies not in the procedure, but in the unprofessionalism of the master.

To make a manicure a pleasant and safe procedure, contact professionals - they comply with the standards and are guided by the latest achievements of the industry.

Feel free to ask for a medical record or certificate.

ManiQu craftsmen always have a set of sterile instruments for each client. Each set of instruments is sterilized in the office. The packaging is opened in the presence of the client. A cap, robe, mask, shoe covers, gloves are mandatory. The home environment allows you to sit comfortably, take a break if necessary, ask all questions and express your concerns - if any.

Call +7 499 653-55-51 to call a manicure master at a convenient time for you, or sign up through the website.

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