Treatment guides

Callus removal is the professional reduction of hard, thickened skin (callus) that builds up on the feet, usually on the sole, heel or ball of the foot. Callus forms as the skin's natural protective response to repeated pressure and friction, often from footwear, foot shape or the way you walk. A podiatrist, chiropodist or foot health practitioner uses a sterile blade to carefully pare away the excess hard skin (known as sharp debridement), leaving the skin smoother and more comfortable to stand and walk on.

A pedicure is a cosmetic treatment for the feet and toenails that combines cleansing, nail shaping, cuticle care, gentle exfoliation of hard skin, moisturising and, if you wish, polish. Most salon pedicures are relaxing, low-risk treatments that leave feet feeling smoother and looking tidier, and the finish can be tailored from a simple file-and-polish to a longer spa treatment with soaking, massage and a foot mask.

A luxury pedicure is an extended, pampering version of a standard pedicure that cares for the feet, nails and lower legs while adding a spa-like experience. Alongside the usual soak, nail shaping, cuticle tidying and hard-skin softening, a luxury treatment typically includes an exfoliating scrub, a nourishing mask, a longer relaxing massage of the feet and calves, and a polish or gel finish if wanted. Some salons add warm booties, hot towels or a paraffin wax dip to leave skin especially soft.