What type of manicure involves the use of water?

The type of manicure that involves the use of water is the traditional or hydrating manicure. This method typically includes soaking the hands in warm water, which helps to soften the skin and cuticles, making it easier to manage them. The soaking process also helps to enhance relaxation and prepare the nails for shaping, polishing, and other techniques involved in the manicure.

This approach emphasizes hydration and is often complemented by the application of moisturizing products after the soaking process. The combination of water and moisturizing treatments makes this type of manicure beneficial for skin health and nail preparation.

In contrast, other manicure types such as the gel manicure, dry manicure, and express manicure do not incorporate soaking in water as a primary feature. Gel manicures focus on using special gel products that are cured under UV light, while dry manicures typically involve working on the nails without the use of water or soaking, and express manicures are designed to be quick services without elaborate steps, often foregoing soaking as well.