Clean & Nude (For Her) 2: Happy Feet Special

Feet are often the most neglected part of her body when it comes to pampering. The modern style of shoes can be very uncomfortable for modern lifestyle, and soreness, puffiness and horniness (hard, dry lumps of skin) is a cry for some tender, loving pedicare.

A complete footcare gift pack need not be expensive, especially if you put together your own gift pack. The three most basic products to include in your gift to her are simply: 1) something to soften, 2) something to exfoliate, 3) something to moisturise.

A softener can be as simple and pure as plain, warm water. However, in some parts of the world, water can also be very harsh on the skin due to minerals present in the water and chemicals used to purify the water. The effect of hard water can be cancelled out with moisturising powders or essential oils. The Body Shop’s Milk Bath powder is a combination of water softening and moisturising ingredients to help soften the hard-worn foot skin, ready for exfoliation.

Exfoliators can start from $1 and up, depending on what you select, the cheapest option being a pumice stone – this is a small stone that works wonders with horn patches on the feet. It works by removing the hardened, dead skin cells that form the horns. Pumice stones come in all shapes and sizes. A stone carved in an interesting shape (eg. animals, feet, numbers, letters) will add that extra touch of style to your gift pack.

If you don’t like the idea of giving a rock as a present, look for gels or lotions that contain exfoliating grains, that are suitable for feet.

Finally, moisturisers can be found most anywhere. To tie off that feeling of pampering and luxury look for a refreshing moisturiser with a subtle scent. Peppermint or lemon grass give that fresh and cool feeling, with a fragrance that lingers without overpowering.

Presentation can be simple and cost effective, with gift baskets that can be found for as little as $1.50 or less! Coloured or clear cellophane and ribbon can also be cheaply acquired, but give the gift that classy, professional look. You may also choose to nestle your three gift pack items in a large hand towel. This not only looks good, but it is useful too!