Personal Care - Nail Care

Here you will learn some English words related to nail care such as "pedicure", "file", and "nail art".

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Personal Care
to pare [verb]

to trim or remove the outer layer of something

a combined nail care treatment for both the hands and feet, often done in a salon or spa

manicure [noun]

a treatment for one's fingernails and hands to improve their appearance and condition

Ex: The salon offers both basic and deluxe manicure services .
pedicure [noun]

a treatment for one's toenails and feet to improve their appearance and condition

Ex: He booked a pedicure to clean and trim his toenails .

a cosmetic process using a buffer to smooth and polish nails for a glossy, shiny appearance without nail polish

a cosmetic procedure to lengthen and enhance the appearance of natural nails using artificial materials like acrylic or gel

nail art [noun]

the creative application of designs or embellishments on nails to achieve unique and personalized looks

the cosmetic procedures or techniques that are used to improve the appearance of natural nails or extend their length

to trim [verb]

to make something appear more neat or organized by cutting it down to a desired size or by removing its edges

Ex: She trimmed the excess branches from the tree to shape it into a more aesthetically pleasing form .
to file [verb]

to make something even or level by using a file or similar tool to remove roughness or irregularities

Ex: After sanding , he filed the corners of the stone to perfect the shape .
to buff [verb]

to polish or shine a surface by rubbing it with a soft cloth or a special tool

Ex: The homeowner buffed the stainless steel appliances in the kitchen .

a type of manicure that involves the use of special gel-based nail polishes cured with UV or LED light for a longer-lasting and chip-resistant finish