Apply cuticle remover to the base of each nail & rub it in. Sally Hansenis a basic remover & works great. Leave on for a minute, then use an orangewood stick (Tweezerman works great) to gently push with a circular motion everywhere where skin meets the nail (including the sides). Be careful to remove skin only on top of the nail, don't touch the toe flesh.
Use cuticle nippers (Mehaz nippers work best) to trim any loose skin. Be careful not to nip your toe flesh.
How to Give Yourself a Professional Pedicure
By Julyne Derrick, About.com
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- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #1: Remove polish from nails
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #2 - - Cut & File Nails
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #3 - - Soak Your Feet
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #4 - - Trim Cuticles
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #5 - - Scrub Your Feet
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #6 - - Moisturize
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #7 - - Polish Your Toes
- Give Yourself a Pedicure Step #8 - - Finish
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