A classic red is a timeless choice, celebrity manicurist Georgia Rae tells British Vogue.
“Soft, milky pinks and sheer rose-tinted nudes are some of the most flattering shades for mature feet because they instantly make the skin look clean and groomed without feeling too ‘done’,” Rae says.
Creamy, smooth pink colours tend to blur pigmentation, texture and dehydration marks on the nail plate, which, as we age, can appear white or chalky, she explains. Neutral tones with a warm undertone – like a warm beige or peach – can soften the overall appearance of the foot, Rae tells me. Cool tones, like a cool, purple-toned beige, can sometimes make the feet look a little flat.
“Genuinely ageless”, a deep berry polish or classic red pedicure is always a good choice, according to Rae. “Richer shades add warmth and sophistication without feeling too trend-led. A beautiful red always makes sandals feel intentional and luxurious, too. ”Short is best, says Rae.
“Ideally, nails should sit just below the skin line with a soft, square shape. ” To achieve this, she says to file straight across the free edge , gently softening the corners so they’re not sharp.
“Short toenails tend to look fresher and healthier, as well as being much better for overall foot health as there’s less pressure exerted on the nail from footwear. ” Every four to six weeks is the sweet spot for healthy feet and polish that stays looking its best, Rae advises. A good tip, she says, is to book a pedicure for every secondIt’s not all about aesthetics, though.
Regular appointments help “manage dryness, callus build-up and overall nail health”, she explains. By maintaining a good base, it feels as though the feet are in need of rescuing when you do make it into the salon. Rae recommends using a nourishing foot cream consistently, ideally at night. Best practice is to rub a good amount in and then pop a pair of socks on until you feel the moisture has been absorbed enough to take them off.
Once or twice a week, she says to gently exfoliate the skin on the feet instead of aggressively filing the skin down with a hard skin remover.
“Over-filing can actually make some areas of hard skin worse, so it’s about maintaining softness rather than removing everything at once. ” One easy tip Rae loves is to use a soft nail brush and scrub the toenails in the shower. Doing so every other day helps loosen any build-up of dead skin around the nail folds, which can sometimes lead to discomfort along the sides of the nails if left to accumulate.
“Cuticle oil on the toenails is so underrated,” Rae implores. “It helps keep the nail area hydrated and conditioned. That goes for
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