Skin and Nail Care
Healthy skin and nails are essential for pain-free movement and overall foot health. Our Skin and Nail Care service provides professional treatment for common conditions that affect comfort, appearance, and mobility. From thickened nails to dry, cracked heels and corns, our clinicians ensure every treatment is safe, thorough, and tailored to your individual needs.
What Does Skin and Nail Care Involve?
Your appointment begins with a detailed assessment of your skin and nails. Our podiatrists then:
Trim and thin thickened or hard-to-cut nails using specialised tools.
Remove calluses, corns, or dry skin to relieve pressure and restore comfort.
Smooth and shape nails to prevent snagging or irritation.
Apply moisturisers or protective dressings to improve hydration and skin condition.
This process not only improves appearance but also reduces discomfort from friction, footwear, or uneven pressure across the feet.
Who Can Benefit from Skin and Nail Care?
This service is ideal for individuals who:
Experience painful or thickened nails that are difficult to manage at home.
Have hard, dry, or cracked skin, particularly around the heels or toes.
Live with conditions like diabetes or circulation issues, where routine foot care is essential.
Want to maintain overall foot health and comfort as part of ongoing care.
Our clinicians also provide education on prevention—helping you manage skin and nail issues between visits.
How Often Should You Attend?
For the best results, we recommend visiting every 8–10 weeks for ongoing maintenance, or more frequently if you experience recurring discomfort. Your clinician will recommend the ideal schedule based on your skin condition, nail growth, and lifestyle.
Skin and Nail Care – FAQs
Your appointment begins with a detailed assessment of your skin and nails. Our podiatrists then:
- Trim and thin thickened or hard-to-cut nails using specialised tools.
- Remove calluses, corns, or dry skin to relieve pressure and restore comfort.
- Smooth and shape nails to prevent snagging or irritation.
- Apply moisturisers or protective dressings to improve hydration and skin condition.
This process not only enhances appearance but also improves comfort by reducing friction, pressure, and discomfort caused by footwear or uneven skin surfaces.
This service is ideal for people who:
- Have painful, thickened, or hard-to-manage nails.
- Experience hard, dry, or cracked skin, especially on heels and toes.
- Live with diabetes or circulation issues where professional foot care is essential.
- Simply want to maintain healthy, comfortable feet as part of regular care.
Our clinicians also provide guidance on prevention and home care to help you manage your skin and nail health between visits.
No. Skin and Nail Care is a gentle, non-invasive treatment. Most patients find it relaxing and experience immediate relief from discomfort caused by thickened nails, hard skin, or corns.
For best results, we recommend attending every 8–10 weeks for maintenance, or more frequently if you experience recurring discomfort or skin build-up. Your clinician will tailor a schedule based on your skin condition, nail growth rate, and lifestyle.
While Skin and Nail Care is not a treatment for fungal infection, it helps manage discomfort and nail thickness caused by fungal nails. If a fungal infection is suspected, your clinician can perform a Diafactory fungal test and discuss suitable treatment options such as topical, oral, or laser therapy.
Yes — in fact, professional foot care is highly recommended for people with diabetes or reduced circulation. Our podiatrists take extra precautions to ensure treatments are safe, gentle, and effective for high-risk patients.
- Immediate relief from thickened or painful nails
- Reduced risk of skin cracks or infection
- Smoother, more hydrated skin
- Improved comfort in footwear
- Enhanced appearance and confidence
Skin and Nail Care services are available at all Foot Foundation clinics — Pinehill, Smales Farm, Remuera, Botany, Hamilton, and Tauranga.
Book Your Skin and Nail Care Appointment Today
Keep your feet healthy, comfortable, and looking their best with professional Skin and Nail Care from our expert podiatrists. Each appointment is tailored to your needs—whether it’s managing thickened or ingrown nails, removing hard skin or corns, or restoring smooth, hydrated skin.
Our clinicians use precise, medical-grade techniques to relieve discomfort, improve appearance, and prevent common foot problems from returning. You’ll also receive practical advice on at-home care and footwear to help maintain results between visits.
Appointments are gentle, thorough, and ideal for anyone seeking regular foot maintenance or professional management of skin and nail concerns.
Available at Pinehill, Smales Farm, Remuera, Botany, Hamilton, and Tauranga.
