Here are all the tools you will need to give yourself a manicure or pedicure. Some items on the list are essential, but some items can be left until later. You can also buy professional manicure sets or individual manicure and pedicure sets.
The Basics
- Bowl of warm water (this will have to be a very large bowl for a pedicure).
- Nail polish remover.
- Cuticle pusher (preferably orangewood)
- A hand towel.
- Nail clippers or scissors.
- Clear nail polish.
- Cotton pads.
- Finger brush.
- Nail file or emery board.
- Nail polishing board (or nail buffer).
- Massage lotion or hand lotion.
- Pumice stone.
Extras
- Finger bath.
- Foot bath.
- Bath salt.
- Cuticle remover (this is not necessary).
- Cuticle oil (this is not necessary).
- Colored nail polish. (This isn't necessary if you do not want colored nails.)
- Base coat.
- Top coat.
- Professional Items
- Pedicure machines (can also be used for manicures).