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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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to pare
to pare
[Verb]

to trim or remove the outer layer of something

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mani-pedi
mani-pedi
[noun]

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

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manicure
manicure
[noun]

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

Ex: She treated herself to a manicure at the salon. 
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pedicure
pedicure
[noun]

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

Ex: She went to the salon for a pedicure before her beach vacation. 
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nail buffing

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

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nail extension

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

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nail art
nail art
[noun]

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

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nail enhancement

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

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to trim
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 bushes in front of the house to give the garden a more polished look. 
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to file
to file
[Verb]

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

Ex: He filed the edges of the metal to make them smooth and even. 
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to buff
to buff
[Verb]

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

Ex: The janitor buffed the floors to create a smooth and reflective surface. 
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gel manicure

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

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