It’s What’s in it that counts!

When Cuccio develop a product, it is never just a simple formulation.  Patricia Freund is the mastermind behind the formulations of our Naturale range over in Los Angeles, pairing clever combinations of botanical ingredients together to create a totally unique product.   

The focus on natural ingredients and spa-quality treatments has earned a reputation as a reliable source for body care, manicure/pedicure care products worldwide. 

The Artisan Shea & Vetiver Pedicure range is definitely a case in point; when you look at what is in these products and the benefits from each ingredient, you can see why each one is such a powerhouse when it comes to your pedicure treatments.  They really, really work and this brings your clients back to you time and time again. 

Formulated with a unique blend of Artisan Shea Butter and soothing Vetiver, this range of products feature a fresh rejuvenating scent that will leave the skin feeling revitalised and invigorated and is ideal for both male and female clients. The Artisan Shea and Vetiver range is known for its intense hydration, soothing qualities and ability to soften the skin. 

So here is much deeper product ingredient information that you should feel free to share with your customers to show them why each is so beneficial as part of their treatment plan:   

Scentual Salt Soak Crystals 822g (29oz) 

Scentual salt soak eases your clients into a stress-free experience. This pedicure soak soothes, revitalises and leaves the feet feeling fresh and clean whilst softening hard skin ready for removal. 

Key botanical ingredients: 

• With magnesium sulphate and sodium chloride, the detoxifying salt soak relaxes and softens tired aching feet whilst cleansing and purifying the skin: 

• Magnesium sulphate reduces muscle soreness and inflammation, helps with nutrient absorption and toxin removal.  They can also help reduce pain and stiffness, soften calluses, and help with fungal infections.  

• Sodium Chloride is a skin, nail and callus softener, making them more pliable for exfoliation and pedicure treatment.   

• Sea Kelp is anti-inflammatory, an antioxidant and a moisturiser – calms irritations and relaxes tired muscles. 

• Manuka Oil extract – rich in flavonoids with strong antibacterial and antifungal properties, more effective than tea tree oil against negative bacteria and strains of fungi. 

• Aloe Vera – soothes, softens and hydrates. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

Usage: 

• Add 3 tablespoons of the soak crystals with warm water to a pedicure bath. 

• Soak for 5 – 10 minutes before proceeding with your pedicure. 

• Dissolves completely in warm water. 

Cuticle Softener 118ml (4oz) or 472ml (16oz) refill 

An effective yet gentle cuticle softener that hydrates and softens the skin. The addition of the antioxidant pomegranate and alpha hydroxy and lactic acids help this velvety formulation to gently exfoliate and softens the skin for easy removal 

Key botanical ingredients: 

• Aloe Vera – soothes, softens and hydrates 

• Glycerin – softens cuticles while adding hydration. 

• Comfrey leaf extract – is anti-inflammatory and helps loosen the dead skin cells attached on the skin surface and helps to clear it from the skin surface. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

• Pomegranate extract – antioxidant and inflammatory. 

• Chamomile leaf extract – with anti-inflammatory properties, helping to calm inflamed skin and reduce redness. 

Usage: 

• Can be used for hands or feet. 

• After soaking feet (or hands) for 2-3 minutes, apply a small amount of Cuticle Softener to the cuticle area. 

• Massage gently. 

• Proceed by pushing back the cuticles, remove hangnails and thickened skin around the nail plate. 

• Rinse off completely with warm water before proceeding with your pedicure. 

Callus Softener 118ml (4oz) or 472ml (16oz) refill 

A quick and gentle way to soften calluses and keep them in the best condition possible. The rich and thick formulation helps the product to stay on callused areas for better control so that it doesn’t run onto soft skin.  This professional strength product aids in fast and easy removal.  

Key botanical ingredients: 

• Aloe Vera – soothes, softens and hydrates 

• Menthol – produces a cooling sensation on the skin 

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

• Papaya Fruit Extract – a natural enzyme to exfoliate the skin 

• Glycerin – softens skin while adding hydration. 

• Mango Fruit Extract – antioxidant rich in vitamins, minerals and proteins to nourish the skin. 

• Vitamin E – adds hydration and protection to the skin. 

Usage: 

• Soak the feet and dry the skin gently with a towel. 

• Apply gloves to protect your hands. 

• Using a spatula apply a liberal amount of Callus Softener directly to the callused only areas of the feet. 

• Allow to penetrate the dead skin for 3-5 minutes. 

• After the callused skin is softened, use the Cuccio Pedicure File and gently remove all dead skin.   

• Wash feet thoroughly with water making sure all of the product is removed. 

Micro Exfoliation Scrub 453g (16oz) 

This super soft but effective scrub is great for even the sensitive skin type. The double exfoliation process starts with Sugarcane granules and finishes with softer but effective Bamboo powder. This rich and creamy exfoliation removes dead skin cells allowing new skin softness to radiate.  

Key botanical ingredients: 

• Sucrose – a natural source of glycolic acid, offering mild exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and reveal a brighter complexion. Also helps to smooth and soften the skin’s texture, leaving it feeling silky and supple. 

• Sunflower, Safflower and Sesame Seed Oils – nourishing oils for maximum hydration. 

• Beeswax – to soften dry and parched skins and rich in vitamin A to support cell rejuvenation and re-hydration. 

• Sugarcane extract – a natural exfoliant that clarifies and brightens the skin.  This very gentle exfoliant makes it suitable for sensitive skin. 

• Bamboo extract – this micro-exfoliant gently scrubs away dead skin cells without causing irritation or damaging the skin to reveal brighter, smoother skin. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

• Grapeseed Oil – enriched with vitamins A (strengthens and protects skin), B and B5 (soothe, heal and regenerate), D and E (an antioxidant protecting the skin). With antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

• Avocado Oil and Olive Oil – moisturise and nourish the skin. 

Usage: 

• Can be used on hands, feet or body. 

• Apply Micro Exfoliation Scrub on to hands, feet or body and gently massage in a circular motion. 

• Gently wipe off with warm moist towels or rinse with warm water. 

Invigorating Cooling Masque 32oz 

This is a chelating clay masque that starts off as a rich creamy formula slowly drying on the skin. Contains super fruits of Seabuckthorn, Acai and Goji Berry Fruit Extract which are rich in antioxidants to cleanse and purify the skin. With Shea Butter to hydrate and Vetiver to soothe and soften the skin. 

Leave the masque to air dry as it will polish the skin when being removed.  Cools hot legs and feet in warm weather and provides soothing relief for people on their feet all day.   

Key botanical ingredients: 

• Kaolin & Bentonite – natural clays that offer gentle cleansing to remove impurities without drying the skin; ideal for sensitive skin types. 

• Glycerin – softens skin while adding hydration. 

• Propanediol – functions as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture. 

• Menthol – a cooling and soothing ingredient derived from peppermint oil that offers a refreshing and invigorating experience. 

• Aloe Vera – soothes, softens and hydrates 

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

• Zinc PCA – has anti-inflammatory properties so will help to reduce swelling, together with anti-bacterial qualities and also helps to retain moisture. 

• Bamboo Extract – this micro-exfoliant gently scrubs away dead skin cells without causing irritation or damaging the skin to reveal brighter, smoother skin. 

• Seaweed Extract – offers deep cleansing, hydration, and revitalization of the skin, as well as potential anti-aging and skin-toning properties. Helps soothe and calm irritated skin and provides a relaxing experience.  

• Sugarcane Stem extract – offers exfoliation, cell renewal, hydration, and antioxidant protection 

• Lemon Fruit and Sweet Neroli Fruit extracts – with rejuvenating and hydrating properties 

• Goji Berry, Pomegranate, Apple and Acai Berry extracts – rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and amino acids. It helps to hydrate and protect the skin. 

• Seabuckthorn Extract – rich in antioxidants along with Vitamins C and E, in addition to skin fortifying minerals such as selenium, zinc and copper. 

• Coconut Oil – offers hydration, softening, and overall rejuvenation. Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer that can deeply hydrate dry skin, especially on heels and soles. It also helps soften corns and calluses, leaving your feet feeling smooth and refreshed. 

• Cinnamon Bark Oil, Clove Flower and also Cone Flower Extract – all improve blood circulation, potential relief from fungal infections, and soothing effects on the skin. They have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. 

• Vanilla Bean extract – offers hydration, antioxidant protection, and soothing properties.  

• Black Tea Leaf and Green Tea extracts – protect skin from environmental damage as well as performing anti-bacterial, nourishing and hydrating functions.  

• Chamomile leaf extract – with anti-inflammatory properties, helping to calm inflamed skin and reduce redness. 

• Marsh Mallow extract – offers deep hydration, soothing properties, and improved skin texture. 

Usage: 

• After gently exfoliating, apply an even coat of Masque onto hands, feet or body. 

• For better penetration, hands, feet or body can be wrapped in warm towels or plastic wrap.  

• Leave on for 3 to 5 minutes.  

• Rinse off with lukewarm water for easy removal. 

Scentual Lotion 237ml (8oz) 

This beautiful massage lotion goes on like a cream and melts into a lotion giving you extended massage time.  Additional ingredients include Seabuckthorn which is rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C and E, skin fortifying minerals selenium, zinc and copper and White Tea which is rich in antioxidants and is a natural antiseptic.  

A hydrating lotion to moisturize the skin and give a dewy healthy glow. 

Key botanical ingredients: 

• Sunflower, Grapeseed, Abyssinian Seed oils – nourishing oils for maximum hydration. 

• Kukui and Macadamia Nut Oils – nutrient rich oils that deeply nourish the skin. 

• Beeswax – to soften dry and parched skins and rich in vitamin A to support cell rejuvenation and re-hydration. 

• Pomegranate extract – antioxidant and inflammatory. 

• Goji Berry and Acai Berry extracts – rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and amino acids. It helps to hydrate and protect the skin. 

• Vitamin F – anti-inflammatory, high in antioxidants and works to restore the skin’s barrier 

• Seabuckthorn Extract – rich in antioxidants along with Vitamins C and E, in addition to skin fortifying minerals such as selenium, zinc and copper. 

• White Tea – a natural antioxidant to help fight free radicals and nourish the skin. 

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

Usage: 

• Can be used on hands, feet or body. 

• Apply Scentual Lotion on to hands, feet or body and gently massage for silky radiant and hydrated skin. 

Intense Hydrating Treatment available in 56g (2oz) and 226g (8oz) sizes 

This product has been formulated specifically for dry callused areas of the feet however it can be used anywhere on the body, especially dry areas such as elbows and knees. 

With Sugarcane juice which has the highest concentration of glycolic acid to gently exfoliate callused skin, 10% Urea which is hydrating, Organic Argan to stimulate the renewal of skin cells and Aloe Vera to soothe soften and hydrate. 

This is also a great retail item and can be applied at night with a pair of socks for extra hydration. 

Key botanical ingredients: 

• Aloe Vera – soothes, softens and hydrates 

• Urea – adds intense hydration to the skin; particularly good for softening and moisturizing thick, rough, or callused skin found on the feet, knees, hands, and elbows. 

• Glycerin – softens skin while adding hydration. 

• Beeswax – to soften dry and parched skins and rich in vitamin A to support cell rejuvenation and re-hydration. 

• Shea Butter – deeply hydrates the skin. 

• Apple, Pomegranate, Goji Berry & Acai Fruit extracts – rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and amino acids. Help to hydrate and protect the skin. 

• Honeysuckle Extract – with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which help soothe, brighten and clarify the skin. 

• Seabuckthorn Extract – rich in antioxidants along with Vitamins C and E, in addition to skin fortifying minerals such as selenium, zinc and copper. 

• Lemon and Sweet Neroli Fruit extracts – with rejuvenating and hydrating properties. 

• Avocado Oil and Abyssinian Seed oil – nourishing oils for maximum hydration. 

• Black Tea Leaf Extract – protects skin from environmental damage as well as performing anti-bacterial, nourishing and hydrating functions.  

• Vetiver root oil – soothes and softens, de-stresses and refreshes with antiseptic qualities and packed with antioxidants. 

• Argan Oil – helps to stimulate the renewal of skin cells providing antioxidants, Vitamins E & F and giving the roughest skin a soft lustrous feeling. 

Usage: 

• Can be used on hands, feet or body. 

• Apply Intense Hydrating Treatment to extra dry or rough areas of the skin. 

• Massage into the skin. 

Stainless Steel Pedicure File with refills 

Constructed from 100% sterilisable stainless steel, this unbreakable tool offers excellent leverage for hard skin removal.  A must-have for any technician concerned with their client’s welfare and who wants to demonstrate excellent salon hygiene practice by showing the client the application of a brand-new abrasive refill solely for them.  This brings your client peace of mind and builds loyalty to your service. 

The tool comes with water resistant abrasive papers in 80 grit (coarse) to start the treatment and remove the majority of the dead skin, and then 180 grit (medium) to finish off the treatment as a skin polisher.  The tool comes with 15 of each refill and further packs of 50 refills are available to purchase. 

The paper is removed and disposed of after every client, whilst the handle can be sterilized in an auto clave or barbicide.   

Usage instructions: 

• Soak feet for 10 minutes in a pedicure bath of warm water and 3 tablespoons of Artisan Shea & Vetiver Salt Soak Crystals.  

• Pull backing off the abrasive refill of your choice. 

• Attach to clean, sanitised and dry foot file base; be sure to apply the tab area without adhesive to the end near the handle for easy removal. 

• For best results, adhere a black refill (80 grit) to one side, and a white refill (180 grit) to the other side of the file so that you can remove hard skin with one side, and then polish the skin with the other side to finish. 

• Gently remove the hard skin from the feet, resoaking and re-filing if necessary, until all dead skin is removed.  Wash off the residue in the pedicure bath and proceed with the pedicure. 

• After use, pull tab to release the abrasive refill and dispose.  If needed, clean off any adhesive residue with acetone and then sanitise the metal foot file, ready for the next client. 

Refills for Stainless Steel Pedicure File (80 grit black, or 180 grit white) 

Replacement refills for the Stainless Steel Pedicure file.  These disposable, water resistant abrasive papers are available in 80 grit (black) which is coarse, and 180 grit (white) which is medium.  There is also a 60 grit (very coarse) refill for extreme callus removal. 

The 2-step programme of hard skin removal utilises the black refill for the initial and majority of the removal, and the white refill for polishing the skin at the end of the service to leave a smooth silky finish. 

Available in packs of 50 refills. 

Usage instructions: 

• Soak feet for 10 minutes in a pedicure bath of warm water and 3 tablespoons of Artisan Shea & Vetiver Salt Soak Crystals.  

• Pull backing off the abrasive refill of your choice. 

• Attach to clean, sanitised and dry foot file base; be sure to apply the tab area without adhesive to the end near the handle for easy removal. 

• For best results, adhere a black refill (80 grit) to one side, and a white refill (180 grit) to the other side of the file so that you can remove hard skin with one side, and then polish the skin with the other side to finish. 

• Gently remove the hard skin from the feet, resoaking and re-filing if necessary, until all dead skin is removed.  Wash off the residue in the pedicure bath and proceed with the pedicure. 

• After use, pull tab to release the abrasive refill and dispose.  If needed, clean off any adhesive residue with acetone and then sanitise the metal foot file, ready for the next client. 

Who knew there was so much jammed packed into these products?!

I hope you found it interesting and can give your clients the confidence that this is ‘not just another pedicure range’.   The fact that the products work so well will encourage loyalty to the brand and most importantly, to you and your services. 

The next blog will be all about retailing with your pedicure services – offering a way of earning additional income without you spending more time on your treatments.  So watch this space 😊 

Maria x