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Summer's strappy sandals and short skirts make pedicures and waxing a must. But even simple parlor procedures have risks. Here's what you need to know before your next salon appointment: Never shave your legs before a pedicure. Microbes can thrive in those foot baths, and shaving makes it easier for them to penetrate the skin. Also, ideally the salon should heat-sterilize its ...

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