Natalia Khimii

Obsessed with working with dual forms 😍
Especially when paired with a really good gel. Today I used gel from

The application, consistency and leveling are just sooo satisfying ✨

Pedicure films = honestly a total game changer for dry pedicure 🤍
Fast application, clean result, extra protection for the skin and way more comfort for the client during healing process.

Especially when working with cracks, sensitive skin or after deep hyperkeratosis removal — these films make a huge difference.

And yes, between the lines… this technique is covered inside my online Pro Dry Pedicure course 👀✨

Why do heel cracks appear?

And no — it’s not always just “dry skin.”

Very often, cracks appear because of a combination of factors:
— excessive pressure on the feet
— dehydrated skin
— constant friction
— hyperkeratosis (when the skin starts building up too quickly)
— improper home care
— shoes that create pressure and overheating
— hyperhidrosis
— and sometimes bacterial or fungal skin involvement

And here’s what’s important to understand:
a crack is already the result of the skin being under stress for a long time.

That’s why simply “filing the heels down” is not enough.
If the root cause is not addressed, the cracks will keep coming back again and again.

When working with these types of feet, I always pay attention not only to the treatment itself, but also to:
✔️ the level of hyperkeratosis
✔️ the depth of the cracks
✔️ the condition of the skin
✔️ home care
✔️ whether offloading is needed

A proper European dry pedicure is not about aggressively removing skin.
It’s about working with the foot correctly and maintaining long-term resu

Choosing just one shade out of these super bright gel polishes from .beautysupply was honestly HARD 😭💅
But we finally stopped at Shock Pink 💖

And honestly… this is EXACTLY the kind of color summer needs. Bright, juicy, impossible to ignore ☀️

But the good news?
Summer is still ahead of us — which means we still have time to try every single shade 😌

And btw… if you really want to save time, this color applies beautifully in just ONE coat 👀

Choosing just one shade out of these super bright gel polishes from .beautysupply was honestly HARD 🥹💅
But we finally stopped at Shock Pink 💖

And honestly… this is EXACTLY the kind of color summer needs. Bright, juicy, impossible to ignore ☀️

But the good news?
Summer is still ahead of us — which means we still have time to try every single shade 😌

And btw… if you really want to save time, this color applies beautifully in just ONE coat 👀

One step gel polish for pedicure = one of the best things invented for thin toenails 🤌

No base.
No top coat.
Thin, lightweight coverage without turning the nails into “armor” 😅

Saves product.
Saves time.
Looks clean and elegant.

Especially when you want a beautiful pedicure without bulky layers 👣✨

First client — very thin skin and multiple microcracks.
This type of condition cannot be fully corrected in just one dry pedicure session.
With a proper European dry pedicure, we work carefully and gradually to avoid overthinning the skin and causing more sensitivity.
We scheduled a follow-up pedicure visit in 2 weeks to continue the treatment safely and correctly.

The second client came today for her follow-up appointment 2 weeks after her first dry pedicure — and honestly, I’m obsessed with the healing progress.
This is exactly why I love European dry pedicure techniques.
No soaking, controlled keratolysis removal, proper crack care, and consistent home care recommendations = beautiful skin recovery and long-term results.

Dry pedicure is not about aggressively removing everything in one appointment.
Professional pedicure is about strategy, skin physiology, technique, and long-term healthy results. ✨

When you pay attention to every single heel fissure and work with a precise technique instead of rushing the process, even the most challenging cracks become manageable. Precision, control, and understanding of the skin always make the difference.

How do you guys not forget to film Reels? Because I usually remember about content right after the client has already left 🫠