Manicure vs pedicure at Charlesbourg: which should you book?

At our salon on boulevard Henri-Bourassa in Charlesbourg, we see clients who come in for their hands, their feet, or both. Here is everything you need to know to choose between a manicure and a pedicure — or decide to book both. A manicure starts with a warm water hand soak to soften the skin. Your technician gently removes or pushes back cuticles, then files and shapes your nails to your preferred shape — square, round, oval, almond, or coffin. A nourishing hand lotion is applied and massaged in before the polish. The result is soft hands, tidy cuticles, and a perfectly applied colour. A manicure takes about 45 minutes at our salon. A pedicure is a deeper treatment focused on your feet. It begins with a relaxing foot soak, followed by an exfoliation step and a heel scrub to eliminate calluses that build up from daily activity. After shaping your toenails, your technician applies a moisturizing butter or cream and performs a foot and calf massage before finishing with nail polish. A pedicure takes about 60 minutes. If you need to choose just one service for today, think about which area needs the most attention. If your hands are on display — at meetings, events, or in photos — a manicure is the priority. If your feet are tired, dry, or you plan to wear sandals, a pedicure will bring immediate relief and visible improvement. Many of our clients from Charlesbourg, the Trait-Carré neighbourhood, and Val-Bélair combine both services in a single visit. Ask us to create a package that fits your schedule.