Seasoned salon-goers can attest to the fact that there is much more to a professional pedicure than just painting toes. First

of all, there's all the prep work. This is the part that takes up the most time and for good reason since, according to experts, this the most important part of the entire process. (Prep is everything, people!) Then comes the painting. Finally, there are all the finishing touches that are responsible for making a professional pedicure look, well, professional. Sleek, shiny, and perfect are also adjectives that come to mind.

The good news is that you can replicate the results of a professional pedicure at home (really, though). All you need are the right tips, tricks, and tools to get the job done. Trust me—I'm speaking as someone who hasn't set foot in a nail salon in over two years. Keep scrolling to see a step-by-step guide to achieving the perfect at-home pedicure, according to nail experts.