Nail Anatomy
What is the visible part of the nail called?
Nail plate
What does sanitizing mean?
Reducing pathogens to a safe level
What liquid is mixed with polymer powder?
Monomer
What tool is used to push back cuticles?
Metal or wooden pusher
What tool is used to smooth calluses?
Foot file or pedicure paddle
What protects the matrix from infection?
Cuticle
What solution kills 99.9% of bacteria on tools?
Disinfectant
What brush is commonly used for acrylic application?
Kolinsky sable brush
How should nail files be disinfected?
They cannot be disinfected, must be disposed of unless labeled sanitizable or reusable
Why must pedicure tubs be disinfected?
To prevent bacteria and fungus growth
What is the living tissue that grows under the nail?
Matrix
What is the highest level of decontamination?
Sterilization
What is used to dehydrate the natural nail before acrylic application?
Nail dehydrator
What direction should you file nails?
From corner to center
What is a common product used to soften calluses?
Exfoliating scrub or Callus softener
What is the whitish half-moon shape at the base of the nail?
Lunula
Why should you wear gloves?
To prevent cross contamination
What causes acrylic to harden?
Polymerization
What is applied to prevent polish from staining nails?
Base coat
How often should clients schedule pedicures?
4-6 weeks
What is the nail bed supplied with?
Blood vessels and nerves
What must be done to tools after each client?
Cleaned and disinfected
What can happen if acrylics is applied to thick?
Lifting or cracking
What should be applied last to the nails for protection and shine?
Top coat
What should you never cut during a pedicure?
Living tissue