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The word 'manicure' is derived from the Latin word 'manus'
(meaning -hand) cure  (care).
Purpose of manicure
Prevent hang - nail formation.
Prevents nail damages like splits, tears, and fragile
tips.
The accompanying massage of the hands improve and increase
the blood circulation, suppleness and flexibility of
the hands and wrist.
Discourages wrinkling of the skin on the hand, which
is one of the first body part to show the sign of aging.
Implements
Nail cutter
 nail
filer
Orange stick
Cuticle pusher
Nail brush
Material
Acetone
Liquid soap or shampoo
Oil or cream
Warm water
Antiseptic lotion
Nail polish
Procedure
 Remove
the old polish with acetone using cotton
Shape the nail using nail cutter and nail filer
Dip and soak the hands in luke warm water to which
liquid soap or shampoo is added
Wash the hand with cold clear water and then wipe fingers
with a soft towel
Clean the nail using orange stick and cotton dipped
in Antiseptic lotion
 Buff
the cuticle with some cream
Push the cuticle back gently using cuticle pusher
Massage the hands for five minutes
Apply the first coat of nail polish
When the first coat is dried and hard apply the second
coat. Do not dab but stroke in on with three even strokes
starting at the base and sweeping up to the top
Allow to dry thoroughly in between the coats
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