Fish pedicure is now widely available in London. There have been some health scares over the treatment in recent months but if you choose a quality beauty salon in London I really don't think there's anything to worry about.
Garra Rufa fish have long been used around the world and are sometimes called 'doctor fish.' They are used to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis as they suck and eat dead skin cells. At first this may not sound very pleasant but it has become a very popular beauty treatment and is widespread in major cities like London. Fish pedicures have long been common in Turkey - where the fish originate - and are also popular in southeast Asian countries
A typical treatment session involves removing your shoes and socks and rolling up your trousers before plunging your feet into a fish tank in front of your chair. The fish pedicure spas in London typically have luxurious leather padded seats which add to the experience. Each visitor has their own fish tank filled with around a hundred fish and these quickly swarm around your feet. This can be quite shocking at first but you soon get used to it! The water is warmand the sensation is actually very pleasant as the little garra rufa nibble away at the dead skin cells leaving fresh healthy ones behind.
I find my feet do feel different after a session but to get the real benefits will take several visits. Prices for fish pedicures vary so its worth shopping around. As well as being a fun and interesting treatment it's a non-abrasive exfoliation and massage which is said to improve circulation in the feet and I certainly recommend it.
For fish pedicures in London I recommend -
Zoola Fish in Camden Market
Anesis Spa in Clapham
Aqua Sheko Soho
Bliss Fish in Covent Garden
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