Nail Diseases
& Disorders
Nail Diseases
& Disorders
Manis & Pedis
Products & Tools
Products & Tools
100

Another name for split or brittle nails.

onychorrhexis

100

Uneven growth of a nail may cause these.

wavy ridges

100

Manicure refers to the cosmetic care of this.

hands and fingernails

100

To soften the skin during a manicure we use this.

soaking solution

100

This is used to smooth dry, flaky skin or calluses on the feet.

foot file

100

Another term for bitten nails.

onychophagy

100

The nail condition that can be indicated by a green discoloration on the nail plate.

bacterial infection

100

The most common nail shape worn by men.

round

100

A spray or polish that aids in the fast drying of polish.

speed dry

100

This is placed between the toes before polish application.

toe separators

100

Another term for tinea pedis.

athlete's foot

100

A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail.

onychauxis

100

The cosmetic care of the feet and toenails.

pedicure

100

An essential oil that is soothing and healing.

 chamomile

100

This implements removes debris from the nail sidewalls.

curette

100

Any disease, disorder or condition of the nail.

onychosis

100

An excess of living skin that can remain attached to the nail plate and disrupt normal nail growth.

pterygium

100

A service that involves adding designs or accents to manicured nails

nail designs

100

Cuticle remover cream contains this ingredient.

potassium hydroxide

100

Use light, quick circular movements when pushing back this.

cuticles.

100

These conditions could be the cause of split nails.

What is improper filing, injuries or harsh chemicals.

100

White spots on the nail caused by an injury.

leukonychia

100

To clean metal tools, start by doing this.

removing debris?

100

This determines if an item can be disinfected or if it needs to be thrown away.

porosity

100

This is used to clean the nails and remove debris before polishing.

nail brush

100

 Split or brittle nails.

onychorrhexis

100

Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and must be referred to this.

 a physician

100

A polish technique that creates a natural-looking effect on nails.

French polish

100

The controlled use of highly fragranced oils for a specific outcome.

aromatherapy

100

This grit file should be used on natural nails to prevent damage.

240

100

The nail grows into the edge of the nail grooves, causing ingrown nails.

What is onychocryptosis?

100

Ringworm of the nail.

onychomycosis

100

How a callus be treated during a pedicure.

smooth and reduce using a foot file

100

This product protects polish from chipping.

top coat

100

The most widely used solvent in the nail industry.

Acetone

100

inflammation of the matrix.

onychia

100

The tissue that generates cells, which harden and move outward to form the nail plate.

matrix

100

How the nails are filed while performing a manicure.

corner to center

100

This product may be used to soften cuticle skin.

cuticle cream

100

A gel with a high viscosity for this.

sculpt nails

100

A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and does not have this.

hollows or wavy ridges

100

 Loosening or separation of the nail.

onycholysis

100

This products aids in moisturizing brittle nails.

cuticle oil

100

This is used to help remove moisture and prevent the growth of bacteria.

a dehydrant

100

The part of the nail contains lymph, blood vessels and nerves that create cells.

 matrix

100

The living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the sides of the nail.

perionychium

100

This product helps prevent nails from splitting.

nail strengthener

100

A colorless polish that evens out the nail plate and prevents pigments from penetrating the nail plate.

base coat

100

The study of the structure and growth of the nails.

onychology

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