Philadelphia - January 18, 2008

Oil Change

Hot Oil Manicure at Laurentius Salon

Oh, winter: The snow falls; the air is crisp; and your hands turn into horrid, chappy paws.

Time to treat those assault mitts to Robin Campbell’s soothing hot oil manicure at Laurentius Salon.

She’ll treat dry skin to a gentle application of oil-based lotion that feels great and works wonders for sore skin. The thick, warm concoction, which absorbs quickly, is more effective than paraffin (which for some reason always makes us nauseous). As the lotion soaks in, Campbell gives a top-notch manicure that lasts longer than any we’ve ever had.

You’ll leave with hands that are smooth, repaired, and not at all greasy.

It’s enough to make you want to ditch your gloves.

Available at Laurentius Salon, 815 Christian Street (215-238-0764 or laurentiussalon.com).