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PEDICURE [PED-ih-kyoor]

What it is: A cosmetic service performed on the feet by a licensed cosmetologist or nail professional. Can include exfoliating the skin and callus reduction, as well as trimming, shaping and polishing toenails; a pedicure often includes foot massage and can have luxury add-ons for a more specialist treatment such as paraffin wax, heated booties, masques.
Why to use it: A therapeutic service that removes dead and hard callused skin, while shaping and treating toenail conditions. Can be cosmetic and for pampering purposes as well as for physical improvement.

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NAIL POLISH [neyl-pol-ish]

What it is: AKA lacquer, enamel. A bottle & brush formula of polymer resins, plastisizers, solvents & pigments that create a hard, flexible nail coating.
How to use it: Used to beautify or strengthen the nail.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or polish remover on a cotton pad, then gently press to the nail & slowly pull off the nail polish towards the free edge.

How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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MASSAGE

MASSAGE [muh-sahzh]

What it is: The manipulation of the soft tissues of the body using stroking, kneading, rolling and pressing actions.
How it is used: Used in manicure and pedicure services to relax and rebalance the body to complete the treatment and give the client an all over feeling of wellbeing.

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ESSENTIAL OILS

ESSENTIAL OILS [uh-sen-shuhl-oyl]

What it is: Oils extracted using various forms of distillation or cold pressing from the seeds, petals, bark, roots, leaves, wood, and/or resin of plants. Each plant’s essence has its own unique characteristic.
How to use it: Used topically (in a carrier oil) in massage or inhaled (diffused vapour), as a remedy for some health problems, cleaning and hygiene. They are considered under the umbrella of complementary medicine and work to promote and improve mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
How to store it: Place in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep away from direct sunlight. Place in dark glass containers, most commonly found in blue and brown glass jars with tightly fitted lid.

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