Nail Diseases
& Disorders
& Disorders
Another name for split or brittle nails.
onychorrhexis
Uneven growth of a nail may cause these.
wavy ridges
Manicure refers to the cosmetic care of this.
hands and fingernails
To soften the skin during a manicure we use this.
soaking solution
This is used to smooth dry, flaky skin or calluses on the feet.
foot file
Another term for bitten nails.
onychophagy
The nail condition that can be indicated by a green discoloration on the nail plate.
bacterial infection
The most common nail shape worn by men.
round
A spray or polish that aids in the fast drying of polish.
speed dry
This is placed between the toes before polish application.
toe separators
Another term for tinea pedis.
athlete's foot
A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail.
onychauxis
The cosmetic care of the feet and toenails.
pedicure
An essential oil that is soothing and healing.
chamomile
This implements removes debris from the nail sidewalls.
curette
Any disease, disorder or condition of the nail.
onychosis
An excess of living skin that can remain attached to the nail plate and disrupt normal nail growth.
pterygium
A service that involves adding designs or accents to manicured nails
nail designs
Cuticle remover cream contains this ingredient.
potassium hydroxide
Use light, quick circular movements when pushing back this.
cuticles.
These conditions could be the cause of split nails.
What is improper filing, injuries or harsh chemicals.
White spots on the nail caused by an injury.
leukonychia
To clean metal tools, start by doing this.
removing debris?
This determines if an item can be disinfected or if it needs to be thrown away.
porosity
This is used to clean the nails and remove debris before polishing.
nail brush
Split or brittle nails.
onychorrhexis
Tinea pedis appears as itching and peeling of the skin on the feet and must be referred to this.
a physician
A polish technique that creates a natural-looking effect on nails.
French polish
The controlled use of highly fragranced oils for a specific outcome.
aromatherapy
This grit file should be used on natural nails to prevent damage.
240
The nail grows into the edge of the nail grooves, causing ingrown nails.
What is onychocryptosis?
Ringworm of the nail.
onychomycosis
How a callus be treated during a pedicure.
smooth and reduce using a foot file
This product protects polish from chipping.
top coat
The most widely used solvent in the nail industry.
Acetone
inflammation of the matrix.
onychia
The tissue that generates cells, which harden and move outward to form the nail plate.
matrix
How the nails are filed while performing a manicure.
corner to center
This product may be used to soften cuticle skin.
cuticle cream
A gel with a high viscosity for this.
sculpt nails
A healthy nail is smooth, curved, translucent, pinkish in color and does not have this.
hollows or wavy ridges
Loosening or separation of the nail.
onycholysis
This products aids in moisturizing brittle nails.
cuticle oil
This is used to help remove moisture and prevent the growth of bacteria.
a dehydrant
The part of the nail contains lymph, blood vessels and nerves that create cells.
matrix
The living tissue that overlies the nail plate on the sides of the nail.
perionychium
This product helps prevent nails from splitting.
nail strengthener
A colorless polish that evens out the nail plate and prevents pigments from penetrating the nail plate.
base coat
The study of the structure and growth of the nails.
onychology