The Parisian Art of the Summer Pedicure

By Élodie, Editor-in-Residence at Le Salon Doré

As the sun begins to linger a little longer in the sky, the season of open-toed elegance arrives. But for the women of Paris—and the discerning guests of Le Salon Doré—a pedicure is never merely about polish. It is a ritual. A moment of self-devotion. A soft rebellion against the rush of life.

At Le Salon Doré, summer begins from the feet upward.

In the heart of Palo Alto, where technology reigns and precision matters, we bring a different kind of luxury—one born of touch, intention, and French ritual. Our curated summer pedicures are crafted to refresh, restore, and leave you glowing like the Seine at golden hour.

"A pedicure at Le Salon Doré is not a service. It’s an immersion—into elegance, into care, into the soul of a Parisian summer."

1. The Signature Summer Soak

Each pedicure begins with an infusion of mineral-rich ANESPA DX water, paired with fresh citrus slices, rose petals, and lavender buds. Not just a soak—a sensory immersion.

2. The Golden Scrub

Our collagen-infused sugar exfoliant, custom blended in-house, smooths away dry skin while enhancing circulation. It smells faintly of white tea and warm bergamot, like a whisper of summer abroad.

3. The Sculpted Care

From heel to toe, our artists are trained in the Parisian method: precise shaping, gentle cuticle revival, and seamless polish application. No harsh tools. No rushed steps.

4. The Extended Massage

Indulge in a 10 to 20-minute foot and calf massage, enhanced with aromatic oils and hot stones. The experience is both healing and grounding—designed to release more than tension.

5. A Choice of Radiance

Complete your ritual with a polish from our curated summer capsule: ethereal neutrals, sunset rose, or the season's bold cat-eye shimmer. You may also opt for our newest arrival—Cosmo Collagen Pedicure—an ultra-hydrating glow-up served with a glass of chilled spa water.

A Moment of Paris in Palo Alto

This is your invitation to slow down. To feel beautiful. To experience care as art.

Whether you are preparing for a weekend in Napa, a garden soirée, or simply the joy of walking barefoot in your own home—let Le Salon Doré be your sanctuary.