Manicure:
Manicure is the beautification of hands in which the hand nails are cut and groomed. The hand nails are polished.
Pedicure:
Pedicure is the beautification applied to the feet. Here the toe nails are groomed. The toe nails are polished. It prevents nail diseases and nail disorders.
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| Definition (www.oxforddictionaries.com) | A cosmetic treatment of the hands involving shaping and often painting of the nails, removal of the cuticles, and softening of the skin | A cosmetic treatment of the feet and toenails |
| Objectives/Purpose | The main purpose of a manicure is to improve the appearance of the hand, skin and nails. | The purpose of pedicure are:
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| Synonyms | Groom, cut, plume, aid, garnish, shape | Heed, observation, chiropody, foot care attendant, podiatry |
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| History | 5000 years ago, manicures were first used. Henna was used in India for manicure. | People have been pedicuring their nails for more than 4,000 years. In southern Babylonia, noblemen used solid gold tools to give themselves manicures and pedicures. |
| Word origin | The word manicure was originated from Late 19th century: from French, from Latin manus ‘hand’ + cura ‘care’. | The word pedicure was originated from Mid-19th century: from French pédicure, from Latin pes, ped- ‘foot’ + curare ‘attend to’. |
| What is Done | In manicure, nails are filed and shaped. You also get a massage to the hands. | In pedicure, nails are filed and shaped. You also get a massage to the feet. |
| Nails | In manicure, hand nails are cut and given an attractive shape. | In pedicure, toenails are cut and made attractive. |
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