How to Give Yourself a Pedicure?

You don't need to rush off to a salon before donning those open-toed shoes. Get your feet in tip-top shape at home.

• Remove any old nail polish thoroughly.
  
• Soak your feet in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes. Add Epsom salts or any other commercial foot soak.
  
• Clip your toenails straight across using a toenail clipper or scissors. Clipping straight across will help prevent ingrown toenails.
  
• File the toenails to smooth any rough edges.
  
• Push back your cuticles. Use a cuticle moisturizer if they do not push back easily after soaking.
  
• Massage your feet with a moisturizing lotion. Use an exfoliating lotion if the skin is dry and/or roughened. Use a loofah or pumice stone on roughened areas.
  
• Separate your toes. Put cotton between your toes, or use a ready-made device for pedicures.
  
• Apply a base coat and give it time to dry.
  
• Apply polish, cleaning up any stray marks with a cotton swab dipped in polish remover. Add a second coat for deeper color.
  
• Complete the pedicure with a top coat of clear polish.

Tips:

Leave your shoes off for at least an hour or two to allow the polish to thoroughly dry.

Warnings:

Avoid cutting your cuticles with scissors or nail clippers.

Comments » Add yours?

Leave a comment

More Tips