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Pedicures in Estonia: €30–80 for classic, e-file and medical pedicures. Over a hundred salons in Tallinn, Tartu and Pärnu.
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A pedicure is one of the core foot and nail treatments in Estonian beauty salons — our directory lists over a hundred salons offering pedicures, with the widest choice in Tallinn, Tartu and Pärnu. A pedicure is not just painting the nails: it is care of the toenails, removal of thickened skin, tidying of the cuticles and nail folds, and where necessary treatment of calluses and corns. A good pedicure keeps feet healthy and presentable and supports foot health — an overgrown nail or a thickened layer of hard skin can cause pain in your shoes and lead to deeper problems. Below we explain the different types of pedicure available in Estonia, the prices, and how to choose a nail technician you can trust.
What is a pedicure and which types are popular?
A pedicure is a treatment for the heels, the soles of the feet and the toenails. A classic pedicure uses soaking in water (a foot bath), removal of the cuticle, shaping of the nails, filing of the heel and the sole, and polish. The result looks natural and usually lasts 2–4 weeks (depending on how dry the heels are).
The e-file pedicure is a method gaining popularity fast in Estonia, in which the nail and the hardened heel skin are worked with special rotating bits on an electric file. It is more hygienic (less contact with water), precise, and particularly suitable for people with diabetes and for more difficult foot problems (long overgrown nails, ingrown nails, thickened nails).
A medical pedicure is a specialist service provided by trained podiatrists. It is intended for solving specific problems: ingrown nails, treatment of calluses and corns, and identifying fungal infections. For people with diabetes and for older clients, a medical pedicure is often necessary.
Pedicure prices in Estonia and how the appointment runs
A classic pedicure costs €30–50 in Estonia. An e-file pedicure costs €35–55, a gel polish pedicure €40–60, and a combined classic pedicure with gel polish €50–70. A medical pedicure (podiatry) costs €50–80. Prices in Tallinn and Tartu are usually a little higher than in smaller towns.
A standard appointment lasts 60–90 minutes. The beautician or nail technician starts with a soak in a foot bath (in the classic method), then shapes the nails, removes the cuticle, files the heels and the sole, massages the feet and finishes with polish or a nourishing oil.
Booking ahead is all but essential in the popular salons of Tallinn and Tartu — the waiting list for good nail technicians is 1–3 weeks. Some salons also offer a combined manicure and pedicure package done in two chairs at once (60–90 min, €70–110).
How do you choose a salon that does a good pedicure?
Hygiene matters especially for a pedicure — the soles of the feet carry a greater risk of fungal and bacterial infections spreading. Check that all the tools are sterilised in an autoclave, that the file head is single-use or sterilised between every client, and that the foot baths are cleaned thoroughly.
Look at experienced salons such as Esimene Ilustuudio in Tallinn, Ilusalong Felicia in Tallinn, Ilusalong Duaal in Jõgeva, Lootuse Ilusalong in Tallinn and Ilukliinik Floris in Rapla.
Read the Google reviews that talk specifically about pedicures. An experienced nail technician knows how much to file the heels to take off the thickened layer without leaving the skin too thin. Filing too aggressively only makes the hard skin build back up faster.
How to care for your feet after a pedicure
Moisturising your feet daily with a cream or an oil (especially around the heels) makes the result last longer. For people with dry skin, cotton socks are preferable to synthetic ones — they reduce the risk of fungal infection. Shoes need to be the right size; narrow shoes cause ingrown nails and corns.
For removing a gel polish pedicure it is best to go to the salon (an acetone wrap of 15–20 min). Do not pick the gel polish off by scraping — that damages the nail surface permanently. In between appointments, apply cuticle oil at home to keep the skin supple.
Pedicures in Estonia's larger cities
Tallinn, Tartu and Pärnu have the widest choice of pedicure providers. Keila, Rakvere and Kuressaare also offer a good choice for local clients. Smaller towns and rural areas usually have 1–3 salons.
See the full list on our /salongid page and filter by city — you can see at once which salon near you offers pedicures. For clients with diabetes or foot pain, we recommend looking specifically for a salon that provides a podiatry service.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pedicure cost in Estonia?
A classic pedicure costs €30–50 in Estonia. An e-file pedicure costs €35–55, a gel polish pedicure €40–60 and a medical pedicure €50–80. Prices in Tallinn and Tartu are a little higher than in smaller towns.
How often should a pedicure be done?
A regular pedicure once every 4–6 weeks. A gel polish pedicure lasts 4–6 weeks without the colour chipping. In summer, when feet are most on show, you can go more often. Simple care at home stretches the gap between salon visits.
What is the difference between a classic and an e-file pedicure?
The classic method uses soaking in water and nippers to remove the cuticle. An e-file pedicure uses an electric tool to work the cuticle and the hardened heel skin — it is more hygienic and more precise, and it suits people with diabetes and more difficult problems well.
Is a pedicure painful?
A classic pedicure should not be painful. An e-file pedicure is just as painless. Treating ingrown nails or corns can be moderately uncomfortable. Always tell your technician if the pressure is too strong.
Can I have a pedicure while pregnant?
Yes, a pedicure is safe during pregnancy. As feet are often swollen, it is a particularly welcome piece of care. Choose a well-ventilated salon (the fumes from gel polish and acrylic gel can be unpleasant in the first trimester).
What is a medical pedicure and when do you need it?
A medical pedicure (podiatry) is a specialist service for treating foot problems: ingrown nails, treatment of calluses and corns, and identifying fungal infections. It is recommended for people with diabetes, for older clients, or if you have foot pain or thickened nails.
Do I need to book in advance?
In the popular salons of Tallinn, Tartu and Pärnu, booking is all but essential — the waiting list for good nail technicians can be 1–3 weeks. In smaller towns it is often possible to get an appointment the same week.
How do I remove a gel polish pedicure at home?
It is best to go to a salon (an acetone wrap of 15–20 minutes). Removing it at home is allowed if you are careful with acetone, but do not scrape or pick it off. If the gel polish starts lifting at the edges, go to a salon to have it removed instead.