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• Provide comfortable seating: Provide a comfortable chair for your client, making sure they can easily raise
their hands for the manicure.
• Prepare a hand soak: If you include a hand soak in your manicure service, prepare a warm, soothing soak
with mild soap or a special hand soak solution. Place it in a suitable bowl.
• Offer refreshments: Consider offering beverages to your clients while they enjoy their manicure. This
enhances the overall relaxation experience.
• Create a relaxing atmosphere: Play light, calm music in the background to create a relaxing atmosphere.
Consider aromatherapy using scented candles or essential oils.
• Provide reading material: Keep a selection of magazines or books available for customers who enjoy reading
during their service.
• Prepare nail polish colors: Display a variety of nail polish colors for your customer to choose from. Make
sure all the polishes are mixed properly and in good condition.
• Personal Presentation: Maintain a neat and professional appearance. This includes wearing clean and
appropriate salon attire.
Step 4: Set up for the pedicure: It is important to create a comfortable and clean environment when preparing for
a pedicure.
• Prepare your workspace: Make sure your pedicure station is clean and organized. Disinfect all surfaces that
come in contact with your client’s feet.
• Gather necessary supplies: Gather all the tools and products needed for the pedicure. These include:
- foot soak or bath
- towels
- nail polish remover
- cotton ball or pad
- foot file
- Nail cutter
- cuticle pusher
- cuticle trimmer

- pumice stone
- foot scrub
- moisturizing lotion or oil
- Base coat, nail polish and top coat

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