What is a manicurist?
If you enjoy working with your hands, and consider yourself a “people person,” a career as a manicurist may be right for you. Providing one of the fastest-growing specialties in the world of cosmetology, a manicurist is a licensed nail technician who cleans, trims, and polishes fingernails for a living. They can also provide nail extensions as well as pedicures, which involve the same process to beautify toenails. However, the role of a manicurist extends beyond glamorizing fingers and toes. At many salons, it’s the manicurist who removes unwanted hair from a client’s face, legs, bikini area or arms by using waxes, tweezers or depilatories. A manicuring table holds many nail sculpting and finishing tools, including polishes, files, emery boards and cuticle knives, so a clean work space and attention to detail is important. Giving a manicure involves several steps from start to finish, and most manicurists are well-organized with their tools – and their time.
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