Mom2Blue from Houston. Mani Pedi - Paraffin Wax (Hands Or Feet) at De Paris Nail Spa "Cash and card accepted. Now that I live in Fremont area I am thrilled to have a nail salon just minutes away! Highly recommend this product. Even so, I was given a glass of champagne after complaining how excited I was for some wine. This involves dipping both feet into melted paraffin wax in order to soften and moisturize the skin. Allow the wax to come to just above the wrist or ankle. Great hours and great offerings for a basic mani/pedi. Oh! To learn more about Healthwise, visit Healthwise.org. Services may not be up to date Therapeutic benefits of paraffin treatment In addition to soothing and healing the skin, paraffin treatments have many therapeutic benefits for internal ailments as well. They were also very upfront about whether or not they had enough time to perform the services requested. Totally unacceptable. I visited this place today and fell in love! Despite the fact we got there 90 minutes late, then took us in, gave us Mimosas, and stayed late to make sure we received our mani/pedis! She was well spoken and quite friendly. It was so comfortable. I love it!Carolyn3362. What's great is that they had a sign-in sheet so nobody who came in was forgotten or neglected. It does help but I just wish that the included paraffin wasn't Rose scented. This heated paraffin bath moisturizing system gently melts wax in approximately 90 minutes for fast relief. Allow it to dry a few seconds until it stops dripping. © 1995-2020 Healthwise, Incorporated. Here I sit on Saturday evening, and 3 of my toenails have already chipped! I had a gel mani/pedi and two technicians worked at the same time. So if you are on a time crunch....then you may wanna plan a different day. This time I got Mye. I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone. I wish the person doing my nails would have done a final check. The price is a bit higher than I'm used to paying, but it was worth it. It is small and compact but big enough to fit my feet in, one at a time. close menu, Colorado - Denver / Boulder / Northern / Mountain areas, Whoops, something went wrong with access to our non-public page. Do not use paraffin if you have lost feeling in your hand or foot, such as from diabetes (. Aloe vera smoothes and softens skin on hands, elbows and heels. Wait until you are fully healed if you have a rash or any open sores on the hand or foot you want to treat with paraffin. Cash and card accepted. 5. Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy, Medical Review:Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Joan Rigg PT, OCS - Physical Therapy. I did appreciate that. Had fun with it. It's the main reason I decided to try it out, and now I feel jaded using YELP to guide me to good nail salons. She gave me good feedback on how to treat my nails based on the condition. It does take 1+ hours to melt the wax. These are really neat..dip your hands or feet into the heated paraffin a few times and put gloves over or socks and let it stay on for about 15 mins or more depending on how dry your skin is. If you get a paraffin bath from a medical supply store, it should have a thermometer. I've had this paraffin bath for years and I love it. Yen takes so much time, cutting the cuticles and shaping my nails to perfection. We actually turn the unit off and let the wax cool just a bit before using it & before the wax hardens again. You have to see this place to believe it! You won't be sorry. This will mean it is getting cool enough to put your hand or foot in. It just is not a pleasant scent in the paraffin. Allow the wax to come to just above the wrist or ankle. When the wax is completely melted it is super hot. I highly recommend this place not just because of the service, but the people who work here are so nice and love to have a conversation with you so it really feels personal. just please fix that wax issue of the one that comes in with it for future buyers. I use to travel 45 min to Santa Clara to my former stomping grounds just for mani/pedis but that got a bit too cray! Before you begin, use warm, soapy water to wash the hand or foot you are going to treat. Don't go there! She takes her time and makes sure my nails are on point. They didn't even use base coat and didn't trim my cuticles. Equipment for melting the wax. The lid doesn't attach, which I would prefer. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars was because they were unable to do the design I wanted but I was still super happy with how it turned out. I recommend calling and making an appointment beforehand since they tend to get very busy. Now we went on Thursday. I got an aromatherapy pedi treatment, including the hot wax treatment. ;) I came here to get my nails done for my wedding & they did not disappoint. Free mimosa  with a mani pedi can't go wrong with that. And it's a good idea to have a physical therapist show you how to do it before you try it yourself. Next, wrap a towel around your hand or foot and hold it in place with rubber bands or tape. If you are unsteady, it helps to have another person guide your hand or foot in and out of the paraffin. Want to chime in. Also, I appreciate the runs of Modern Family whenever I'm here. I have become spoiled with it. My hands have never felt better! Stir often to speed up the melting. Anyway, I get there and they helped me right away. $65.99 $ 65. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated. I bought this unit for my daughter at Christmas because her hands are soooo dry. My new go to nail salon! Navigation Menu - Opens a Simulated Dialog, Button close - press enter or select to I was hesitant to buy this but I am glad I did! It should read about. Then unwrap your hand or foot and slide the paraffin from your hand or foot back into the pot. And now I resume my search for a good nail salon because this one certainly is not it! Barely 5 minutes for both feet. Everyone always compliments on my nails, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome each time. Make sure to bring cash for tip (they will ONLY accept cash), and call ahead to see if they can accommodate you. This helps me so much with my hands since they hurt really bad now that Im older...I recommend it highly. Leave the paraffin on for 20 minutes. Paraffin can catch fire if it's heated too much. So it is perfect for my hands but not big enough for feet. Always does an amazing job on my nails...takes her time...sweet as can be...and I love that I can just text her to book an appointment with her! Love it! The unit does have a 90 minute wax melt time, which is okay if planned on in advanced. I was first introduced by a friend and I've been coming back ever since for my fill and seeing the amazing Kim! Relax! De Paris Nail Spa is located in a plaza and offers a lot of plaza parking.I went with a friend during lunch on a weekday and there were 2 other customers there. You may be able to find some mineral oil that has a pleasant scent such as wintergreen. It is small and compact but big enough to fit my feet in, one at a time. Relax your hand or foot, and dip it into the paraffin, being very careful not to touch the sides or bottom of the pot. 1 cup of mineral oil. Enjoy a spa experience while relaxing at home with Conair's True Glow Heated Paraffin Bath. She bought out the room next door and re-painted/decorated. A candy thermometer (if you're using a Crockpot or double boiler). I just went again yesterday, and Thi worked on my pedi and fill. Melt the wax (use low heat if you use a double boiler). I have severe carpal tunnel and arthritis in my hands, this wax bath eases my pain. Great overall size. Could stand to offer a larger size, but it does work. This item works but it stopped heating the wax in half of the unit in less than 6 months! I also bought extra wax too. Will definitely continue to come back! The best top notch gel nail polish brands. I came in early for my appt, they saw me very quickly, despite being busy. Once the wax cools, it becomes hard and is wiped away. Thanks De Paris Salon, I love you guys! Turn off the heat, and allow the wax to cool until it has a thin film on the top. First off, I have no idea how this place has such a high rating. I was lucky because it was mid-day on a Thursday so I got in. The best service. Thi took her time making sure it was all done right! PARAFFIN WAX TREATMENT. Definitely not warm and inviting. It looks so fancy and clean( big plus! I got a mimosa right away! 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