Gather Your Tools: Ensure a seamless pedicure experience by collecting all necessary tools before starting. Choose a comfortable location for a pampering session at home.
Remove Old Polish: Use a cotton swab and polish remover to eliminate any old polish, residue, or chips on your nails.
Soak Your Toes: Create a spa-like experience by soaking your feet in warm water with Epsom salt, essential oils, or simple liquid soap.
Trim, File, and Buff: With softened feet, use a nail clipper to trim nails, then shape and smooth edges with a file and buffer. Buffing helps eliminate stains and enhances smoothness.
Take Care of Cuticles: Apply cuticle softener to toenails and gently push back cuticles for a professional look.
Remove Calluses: Make feet sandal-ready by using a foot file, pumice, or exfoliating scrub to eliminate dead skin and calluses.
Exfoliate and Moisturize: Pamper yourself by applying a body scrub to legs and feet, followed by your favorite body oil, foot cream, or lotion.
Clean Nails and Use Toe Separators: Ensure nail beds are free of oil or lotion before applying polish. Clean nails with alcohol, and use toe separators or improvised paper towel separators to prevent smudging.
Apply Polish and Top Coat: Take your time applying a base coat, nail color, and top coat. Use a cleanup brush if needed, and apply two coats of nail lacquer for the best color.