Fish Pedicures

Fish Pedicures involve a client submerging their feet in warm water while tiny carp, called Doctor Fish, eat the dead skin. This pedicure method has become very popular in Asian countries and Turkey, and is now making its way to the U.S. Some people say it's the best pedicure they've ever had. The fish are known to soften the feet, eat away dead skin and even calluses. The treatment is supposedly not painful.

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Fish Pedicures, Are Kind of Creepy

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Usually, if someone were to say to you, "Hey, come over here and stick your feet in this tub of fish so they can eat your dead skin!" You'd probably politely say, "No thank you" then proceed to run in the opposite direction as fast as possible, because who are we kidding, the idea of having fish eat your skin, is just kind of unsettling. But, in a number of Asian countries, Turkey and now here in the U.S. many spa goers are giving in to this new treatment where you become fish food. Fish pedicures are what they're called, and although they may ... Read Full Story

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Fish Pedicures Illegal in 14 States

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image via Elyse Sewell's Livejournal Some states are apparently unconvinced that having the dead skin of one's feet pecked off by tiny, hungry fish is a sanitary procedure. Fourteen states, including Texas and Florida, have placed bans on so-called fish pedicures, a practice long-popular in China that only recently began to take off in the United States. The fad began when salon owner John Ho began looking for an alternative to pedicure razors, which have been banned in several states over safety concerns. He traveled to Chengdu, China, where he and his wife treated themselves to a full-body treatment. They loved it. Ho set ... Read Full Story

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Fish Pedicures: Carp Rid Human Feet Of Scaly Skin

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ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your tootsies in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away. Fish pedicures are creating something of a splash in the... Your News is the place where wonderful, funny, and amazing things exist. This blog delivers informative news in the easiest way. Read Full Story

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Fish Pedicures: The Latest In U.S. Spa Treatments

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Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your tootsies in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away. I THINK.... NOT I don't know about some of you, but the thought of fish nibbling... View Article Read Full Story

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Fish pedicures: Carp rid human feet of scaly skin

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Fish Pedicures, The Facts

Want to know more about fish pedicures? Here are some common questions, and answers:

What kind of fish are used?
The fish used in fish pedicures are called Doctor fish or Garra Rufa and they feast on dead skin, which is why they enjoy giving pedicures. Your feet are like a big buffet for the Doctor fish.

Does it hurt?
No. Since the fish don't have teeth, they can not puncture the live skin, and because of that there is no pain. But, the treatment does tickle quite a bit, but it's not uncomfortable. In fact, in countries where fish pedicures are popular, people often soak in a full bath full of the fish.

How long should my feet soak in the bath?
Treatments range anywhere form 15 minutes, to one hour, it's totally up to the person, and of course it's up to how much the fish have to feed on. Most spas to a 15 to 30 minute treatment, then follow up with a foot massage and scrub and can finish off a pedicure with nail trimming and toe polishing, just like any other pedicure.

What will my feet be like after the fish pedicure?
They'll be smooth and free of dead skin or calluses. The Doctor fish bite off all of the dead skin, leaving your skin renewed and soft.

Where can I get one?
Unfortunately fish pedicures are not common in the U.S., quite yet. There is one spa that has been well publicized in Virginia, but other than that, we are not aware of any other spas in the country. Since this is a new treatment, it will take time for it's popularity to spread. The treatment however is very common in Asian countries and in Turkey, where the fish originate. So if you live, or visit an area where these pedicures are common, go out and enjoy one.

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