Customized Pedicures by Kate Bjork Nails at The Hair Saloon

I hope so! As a Meticulous Manicurist certified STAR Nail Tech, I specialize in addressing various toenail issues, including thick, discolored, pincer and impacted painful toenails. While I provide meticulous care, please note that I do not replace a podiatrist or offer medical pedicures. You will receive a form consultation before your service to verify we can proceed with your service and I always perform a consultation in the pedicure chair before your service begins. I will not diagnose any issues and am happy to refer to a podiatrist, dermatologist or doctor as needed. 

I suggest looking at The Meticulous Manicurist's Youtube videos and finding someone with the same toenail issue to see sample progress and improvement. 

No! I cannot tell you how many people waited three to six months to come to The Four Seasons Spa for their fancy pedicure seeking relief for a painful issue. Caring for your feet routinely is the best way to catch any little issues before they become bigger issues. Most issues start as cosmetic issues before becoming medical issues.

Plan to come in or give yourself a pedicure at home every four to six weeks. If you have a rouge toenail that grows faster than the others, be prepared to file down that toenail every week or every two weeks for your comfort.

An e-file is an electronic file that is used in place of a hand file. I have prioritized safety whenever I use the e-file and will explain what bits I am using and ask if you're comfortable through out the service. I use an e-file in my Specialized Pedicures to thin thickened toenails. 

Dazzle dry is a fast drying nail lacquer designed as a natural alternative to toxic every day nail care products. No animal testing, vegan, ethically run and made in America. The product is created using wheat gluten, dries in five minutes and removes with regular nail polish remover. At Home Kits available for purchase so that you can maintain your own nails in between salon visits or while traveling. Dazzle Dry retention is 7-10 days on the hands and up to 30 days on the feet.

I am passionate about cleanliness, sanitation and disinfection. Any single use items are thrown away after your service. Any reusable implements are cleaned and disinfected per California State Board requirements. The service area is cleaned and wiped down between clients and the pedicure bowl is fully cleaned and disinfected as well. I am happy to show you my pedicure log in the salon. 

No, I do not offer medical pedicures because it is not a regulated term and anything medical is beyond my scope of services. As a licensed cosmetologist, I will not diagnose your or work on anything other than cosmetic care. Cosmetic care includes a deep cleaning of impacted matter underneath and around the toenails. 

I prefer Dazzle Dry polish or no polish on the toenails and do not offer gel pedicures to lengthen my career and limit my exposure to microplastics. 

I do not offer acrylic toes or braces due to an allergy. 

No, please make an appointment in the salon. I am happy to educate on ways to help your ongoing care at home If you are unable to sit in my pedicure chair as often as we both would like. 

The Meticulous Manicurists offers online training for Caregivers. My affiliate link for her courses for Nail Techs and Caregivers is below.

The Meticulous Manicurist Nail Academy