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Posted on: April 9, 2013

As a new pedicurist, you will most likely meet clients with very sensitive feet. Some clients with sensitive feet are very ticklish. Many times, it is very difficult to continue the pedicure when your client cringes when you touch his or her feet. However, there are several techniques that you can develop to help you through the pedicure process when you encounter a ticklish client.

Less Pressure to the Skin

Since ticklish feet are very sensitive to touch, lightly apply pressure to the ticklish areas. When you apply firm pressure to the feet, your client will more than likely pull his or her feet back or move the feet in ways that may hinder your ability to perform an effective pedicure. The process to complete a pedicure on a client with ticklish feet may take much longer than the usual time frame for performing the procedure, since lightly touching the skin will inevitably take longer than firmer strokes to the feet.

Avoid Touching Sensitive Areas

With certain parts of the pedicure process, it may be very difficult to avoid touching certain areas of the feet. For instance, during the scrubbing process, you will need to massage the scrub to penetrate the entire foot, which ensures proper cleansing of the foot. However, it is beneficial to avoid touching sensitive areas, and use firm pressure in areas that are not sensitive or ticklish.

Communicate with Your Client

Pay attention to your client, and allow your client to help you navigate the process. Your client knows the sensitive areas of his or her feet. At the beginning of the pedicure, you may consider encouraging your client to make any requests that he or she feels that will promote a better experience for you and your client.

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