Duration: 8 Hours (Theory + Hands-on Practice)Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate This comprehensive 1-day pedicure and Shellac training covers foot care, spa pedicure techniques, and long-lasting Shellac application for beautiful, durable results. Module 1: Foot Anatomy & Sanitation (1 Hour) Theory: Foot structure (nails, skin, bones, common pressure points) Common foot conditions (calluses, cracked heels, fungal infections, ingrown nails) Hygiene & sterilization (foot baths, tools, disposable liners) Contraindications (diabetes, circulatory issues, open wounds) Client Consultation: Assessing foot health & discussing concerns Identifying allergies (products, Shellac/gel polish) Module 2: Spa Pedicure Techniques (2 Hours) Step-by-Step Pedicure: Foot Soak & Sanitization (warm water, antiseptic solutions) Nail & Cuticle Care (trimming, filing, cuticle work) Exfoliation (scrubs, pumice stone, foot files) Callus Removal (gentle filing vs. blade use – safety guidelines) Foot & Lower Leg Massage (pressure points, moisturizing techniques) Classic Polish Application: Base coat, color, top coat Avoiding smudges on toes Module 3: Shellac/Gel Polish for Toes (2.5 Hours) Why Shellac on Toes? Benefits (longer wear, no smudging, high shine) Differences from regular polish & dip powder Step-by-Step Shellac Application: Nail Prep (dehydrator, primer, bonder) Base Coat Application & Curing (LED/UV lamp timing) Color Application (thin layers, avoiding flooding cuticles) Top Coat & Final Cure Removal Process (soaking vs. filing, preventing damage) Troubleshooting: Why Shellac peels on toes & how to prevent it Fixing mistakes before curing Module 4: Medical Considerations & Luxury Add-Ons (1.5 Hours) Special Cases: Diabetic pedicure precautions Dealing with thick/ridged toenails Safe ingrown nail care Luxury Upgrades: Paraffin wax treatment Cooling gel masks Reflexology pressure techniques Hands-On Practice (1 Hour) Live demo followed by supervised practice