A manicure is a cosmetic and beauty treatment that includes several techniques and treatments, specifically for the hands and fingernails. The techniques and treatments consist of hand massage, cuticle treatment, clipping, filing, shaping, pushing, exfoliation, wax treatment, buffing, drip dry, nail grooming and the application of nail polish or nail art.

A pedicure is a term used to describe a manicure for the feet. This means a combination of techniques and treatments such as foot massage, foot soak, exfoliation, cuticle treatment, nail grooming, nail treatment, and it can also end with the application of nail polish or nail art to toenails.

A manicure and pedicure are also called a mani-pedi in most nail salons. Both men and women can have a mani-pedi with slight variations on the end product. A manicure and pedicure can be carried out at home, in the nail salon near you, or in a spa.