Manicuring
What is the first step in a basic manicure procedure?
Cleaning and disinfecting the hands.
What is the purpose of a foot soak in a pedicure?
To soften the skin on the feet
What are the benefits of using an electric nail file?
It saves time and provides precision in shaping and filing the nails.
What is the purpose of nail tips in nail enhancements?
To extend the length of the natural nails.
What is the purpose of a primer in nail enhancements?
To assist in adhesion
What is the purpose of cuticle oil in a manicure?
To soften and moisturize the cuticles
How often should pedicures be recommended for maintaining foot health and hygiene?
Every 3-6 weeks
What type of bit is commonly used for removing gel polish with an electric nail file?
Fine-grit sanding bands.
What are the 5 different types of nail tips available?
Full-well, half-well, and well-less tips, full-coverage tips, french tips
What is combined to form nail enhancements?
Monomer liquid and polymer powder
Which nail shape is characterized by a squared-off tip?
Square nails.
What is the proper technique for cutting toenails during a pedicure?
Cut straight across with rounded corners to prevent ingrown nails.
What are the four main types of bits?
Diamond, carbide, silicone and natural bits
What are seven common nail shapes?
Square, Squoval, Round, Oval, Almond, Stiletto, Ballerina
What is the difference between a hard gel and a soft gel?
Hard gels are traditonal gels and cannot be penetrated with acetone.
Soft gels are known as soak-off gels and easily removed with acetone
What is the purpose of a cuticle pusher?
Scrape Cuticle tissue gently from the natural nail plate
What is a common foot condition that pedicurists should be able to identify?
Athlete's foot
What are the angled groove cut into the surface of carbide or swiss carbide bits called?
Flutes
What are nail tips made of?
Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
Gels can generate uncomfortable heat during curing process what is this chemical reaction called?
Exothermic reaction
What is the primary function of a base coat?
Promote adhesion of polish
What are the 5 additional products you need in additional to products used for manicures?
Soaks, Scrubs, Masks, Pedicure lotion and creams, Callus softner products
What is A balanced bit that does not vibrate or wobble?
Concentric bit
How do you apply nail tips?
Clean and lightly buff the natural nail, select the correct tip size, apply adhesive, and press the tip onto the nail plate.
What is used to start the chain reaction that leads to curing?
Benzoyl peroxide (BPO)