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Open-toe shoe season has finally arrived! But the transition from wearing suede ankle boots to strappy flat sandals isn't always pretty. Pedicures aren't exactly high on our list of priorities when our feet are always covered up.
While there are certain foot care treatments better left in the hands of a professional, you can get sandal-ready feet at home with the right tools. Check out the slideshow below for six pampering products, then keep clicking for nail polish color inspiration.
Your guide to sandal-ready feet:
Sally Hansen Revitalizing Foot Soak
This lavender-scented soak will soothe and soften tired feet. $7, <a href="http://www.target.com/p/sally-hansen-foot-care-revitalizing-foot-soak/-/A-13332732" target="_blank">target.com</a>
The Body Shop Peppermint Smoothing Pumice Foot Scrub
For a more rigorous cleansing, try this peppermint foot scrub that contains exfoliating volcanic rock. $14, <a href="http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/shop-by-line/peppermint/peppermint-cooling-pumice-foot-scrub.aspx" target="_blank">thebodyshop-usa.com</a>
Tweezerman Pedro Too Callus Stone
Put those foot razors away! Instead, use a callus stone post-soak to slough away dead skin cells. $12, <a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod1810199" target="_blank">ulta.com</a>
Earth Therapeutics Portable Clean + Cool Foot Wipes
These minty foot cloths make for a cool wipedown. We also recommend keeping them handy to freshen up your feet after a walk outdoors. $7, <a href="http://www.drugstore.com/earth-therapeutics-clean-cool-foot-wipes/qxp208517" target="_blank">drugstore.com</a>
Face Stockholm Healing Feet
Save your soles with this rich foot cream packed with ginseng, grapefruit and goji berry extracts. Tip: Apply moisturizer before bed and put on a fuzzy pair of socks. When you wake up, your feet will be super soft. $28, <a href="http://www.facestockholm.com/search.asp?productid=1006" target="_blank">facestockholm.com</a>
Julep Essential Cuticle Oil
Cuticle oil is the secret to repair dry, cracked cuticles, as well as strengthen nails and extend a pedicure. $18, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/essential-cuticle-oil-P375371" target="_blank">sephora.com</a>
Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Easter Light
This opaque white nail will stand out against a bronzed complexion, or you can apply as a base to make neon nail polish pop. $30, <a href="http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/Makeup-Special-edition-LE-VERNIS-136888" target="_blank">chanel.com</a>
Seche Vite Nail Lacquer in Simplicity
Dark-skinned beauties in search of the perfect nude should consider this one-coat latte nail color. $4, <a href="http://www.beautyencounter.com/buy/seche-nail-lacquer/809217692134/244516?utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=na&utm_campaign=froogle&utm_content=809217692134&gclid=CI_YxL3zpLcCFUyY4AodUWMAdQ" target="_blank">beautyencounter.com</a>
Estee Lauder Pure Color Nail Lacquer in Dilettante
This pretty pastel blue will look feminine and flirty against tanned skin. $20, <a href="http://www.lordandtaylor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lord-and-taylor/pure-color-molten-lava-nail-lacquer?gclid=CIm_0fDzpLcCFUKd4Aod1DgAbQ" target="_blank">lordandtaylor.com</a>
Jin Soon A La Mode Collection: Poppy Blue
If you're bored with pastels, paint on this highly pigmented blue nail polish. $18, <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/jin-soon-a-la-mode-collection-poppy-blue?ID=719832&cm_mmc=Google_PLA-_-main-_-21882504424-_-pcrid=21485276464&mkwid=qhWuCW3X&gclid=CPmRkIn0pLcCFUSi4AodC3UAQQ" target="_blank">bloomingdales.com</a>
Lancome Vernis in Love Collection: Plunge Pool
Medium to dark skin tones can pull off this deeper shade that's not quite navy. $15, <a href="http://www.lancome-usa.com/Vernis-in-Love/100810,default,pd.html?dwvar_100810_color=561%20Plunge%20Pool" target="_blank">lancome-usa.com</a>
China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Sun of a Peach
This creamy orange shade will look stunning with your new gorgeous glow. $8, <a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5380001&skuId=2257916" target="_blank">ulta.com</a>
Julep Nail Color in Kaylen
Women with deeper complexions can get away with this richer shade of tangerine. $14, <a href="http://www.julep.com/kaylen.html" target="_blank">julep.com</a>
Clinique Sensitive Skin Nail Color in 70 and Sunny
Like the cheerful name implies, this bright nail polish color will perk up tanned skin. $16, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/clinique-a-different-nail-enamel-for-sensitive-skin-nail-color/3492739" target="_blank">nordstrom.com</a>
Zoya Nail Polish in Micky
For those ladies who love pink, this shade has a warmer finish that looks stunning against cool skin tones. $8, <a href="http://www.zoya.com/content/38/item/Zoya/Zoya-Nail-Polish-Micky-ZP665.html" target="_blank">zoya.com</a>
Essie Nail Polish in DJ Play That Song
We're declaring this the summer's most flattering punchy shade of purple! $8, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/essie-neon-collection-2013-nail-polish/3517007?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_ite=essie%28r%29_%27neon_collection_2013%27_nail_polish:906629&cm_pla=makeup:women:nail_color&cm_ven=Google_Product_Ads&mr:referralID=3d753d5d-c15b-11e2-a969-001b2166c2c0" target="_blank">nordstrom.com</a>
How to Give Yourself a Pedicure
Fancy feet are a must for sandals and peep-toe shoes. Pamper yourself with a pedicure that’s easy and gets you back on your feet in no time.
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