There comes a time in everyone's life when you're in desperate and, for whatever reason, you can't get to the nail salon. It could be that can't fit you into their schedule, an event sneaks up on you with little to no time to prepare, or you've just been plain old slacking when it comes to keeping up with booking regular appointments. (We get it, that sh*t can get expensive.
) Whatever the case, those times call for whipping out your trusty kit of nail tools and giving yourself a pedicure at home. Just one problem: DIY pedicures have a tendency to end up looking like you did it blindfolded (just us?). Either way, it's hard to replicate the relaxing spa treatment you receive at a salon.
But what if it doesn't have to be? We tapped an expert to get tips on how you can up your pedicure game in just a few easy steps, and trust us — they'll make a huge difference. If your nail skills are a little lacking and you're in desperate need of a pedicure, keep reading to learn how to , no appointment necessary. is the lead artist for Morgan Taylor Lacquer.
You can't start a DIY pedicure without the right supplies. "For an at-home pedicure, you should have a double-sided foot file, one-sided coarse file, a 240 grit nail file, and 180 grit buffer," says Danielle Candido, lead artist for Morgan Taylor Lacquer. "You will also need toenail clippers, cuticle nippers, and an ingrown toenail file.
" The reason even a good at-home pedicure doesn't feel half as relaxing as the one you get at the sa.