PEDICURE
Where should gel products be stored when not in use?
in a cabinet
Alicia is gathering the supplies that she will need for a gel application. Which product should she get to extend the length of the natural nail?
nail tips
________________ gels may have an inhibition layer.
finishing
_____________ are used to make contact lenses, cements for mending broken bones, Plexiglas windows, and even makeup and other cosmetics.
acrylics
A resin _______________ assists in speeding up the dry time of the resin.
accelerator
When performing a maintenance service, which area is reduced to rebalance the nail and prepare the nail for application of new product?
apex
For toenails, which grit is best to use for shaping?
medium-grit
How often should appointments be scheduled for wrap maintenance?
every 2 weeks
__________________ employs many principles of acupressure and acupuncture.
Reflexology
Marcus, a cosmetology student, is trying to figure out how to make a nail enhancement. He knows he needs to use polymer powder but isn't sure what to mix it with. What would you advise him to add?
monomer liquid
What can you do if gel cures on your brush?
Nothing, as it will be ruined and cannot be repaired.
Which of the following has an electric option and occurs after a massage to add a special touch to pedicures?
foot mitts
When using plastic liners in footbaths, if your state allows, how often should the insert be changed?
after each client's service
What term is used to describe any product added to the natural nail to increase strength and beauty?
nail enhancement
Which nail type resembles a long, skinny carrot?
stiletto
Why would a cosmetologist apply a layer of base resin over the activator when using a dip system?
to protect the powder application
Sophia is very artistic and has been told by her instructor to practice her talents on clients' nails. What type of product will Sophia most likely use to vary her nail colors?
polymer powder
Cosmetologists need a thorough understanding of light-cured gels because of all of the following EXCEPT:
Using a light-cured gel means you don't need to know about the chemistry of gel products.
What term is used to describe adding length to the natural nail?
nail extension
Which is true about gels?
Gels are thicker when cold and runnier when warm.
Pedicures were rarely performed up to and through the ______.
1980s
What should you do right after applying the powder to all ten fingers in a dip system?
Dust off the excess powder.
When applying beads of gel, where should you start?
cuticle
What is the chemical process that releases heat during the curing process of gels?
exothermic reaction
How would you make sure nail enhancement products can adhere properly to the nail plate?
Make sure the nail is clean and free of moisture and oil.
What is also known as a pre-polymer and is a thick, gel-like, sticky acrylate that is between a liquid and a solid?
oligomer
Which type of nail form is usually sold in a ten-piece container?
reusable
Which of the following is true about resin systems?
Nail resins are easily removed.
What is one of the most popular nail services you will do as a cosmetologist?
create longer, stronger nails using nail enhancements
Kayla is interested in using a building resin on her client. What kind of viscosity would it have?
It would have a thick viscosity.
How often should gel enhancements be maintained or removed?
every 2 to 3 weeks
Sofia is a new cosmetologist at a salon. Her manager noticed that Sofia took a walk-in client after she had only started cleaning and disinfecting her foot spa a few minutes earlier. What is the manager’s concern?
Sofia has rushed through cleaning the foot spa.
______________ gels create a high shine and can be used with other extension services, such as liquid and powder or dip nails.
finishing
Which of the following is not part of the routine care you provide for your client during a pedicure?
caring for the client's upper legs
A __________ is a concentrated treatment product often composed of mineral clay, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and so on.
mask
Nail forms are placed under the ___________ of the natural nail and used as a foundation and guide to sculpt liquid and powder.
free edge
The following are ways to put on an activator EXCEPT ________.
powder
How often should footbaths be cleaned and disinfected?
after each client's service
Which implement is considered to be invaluable and time-saving as well as an important preventative tool for ingrown toenails?
nail rasp
A __________________ is designed to reduce and smooth thicker foot calluses.
foot file
Salons must always use a(n) _______-registered hospital disinfectant.
EPA
Which type of file would you use for removing scratches in the surface of the nail?
buffer
Which of the following pedicure products is often composed of mineral clay, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, and beneficial extracts?
mask
Lucy and Claire are practicing extending the length of their nails. Their instructor is very impressed with their work, especially because they only recently learned how to apply them. What did the instructor recently teach the students how to use
nail forms
You can use ___________________ after applying a conditioning lotion to help the product penetrate more effectively.
terry cloth mitts
Whose responsibility is it that proper disinfection procedures are followed?
the salon
Which of the following should a cosmetologist use to give a high-gloss shine when gel polish will not be used?
finishing gel
What is a good rule of thumb about lifting?
If you can see it now, you can see it later.
What keeps supplies organized wherever you are performing pedicuring services?
pedicure cart
How often should clients come in for maintenance?
every 2 to 3 weeks
How many ways are there to create a nail extension?
two
How might you help a client remove dry and flaky skin from the feet?
Give the client an exfoliating scrub.
What is an advantage to nail resins?
Nail resins can extend the natural nail for a special occasion.
If your client has ______________, ensure the entire leg is supported, including behind the knees and ankles.
involuntary movement
Which is the last step in preparing the nail for nail extensions?
applying the nail dehydrator
Which of the following pedicure products can be described as a gritty lotion?
exfoliating scrub
What would be an idea for a spa or salon to do to increase business?
sell special themed pedicures for holidays
What is the initiator that is added to the polymer powder?
benzoyl peroxide
When performing a massage on clients over 65, which of the following best describes the precautions you should take?
Never cut their tissues or push back the eponychium.
What should take place before the pedicure service?
client consultation
Emma is a new pedicure client and doesn't know how she is going to leave the appointment without smudging her newly applied toenail polish. What should the cosmetologist give Emma?
pedicure slippers
What should a cosmetologist do if the client does not want gel enhancements anymore?
remove it.
Soft gels are also known as ________________ gels.
soak-off
What is placed under the free edge of the natural nail and used as a guide to extend the nail enhancement product beyond the fingertip to add additional length?
nail forms
What should a cosmetologist wear when using callus softeners?
safety glasses and gloves
In order to cure gels, a curing lamp must emit _____ light at the proper intensity to provide sufficient energy.
What can help make it ergonomically easier for the cosmetologist to work on the client's feet?
pedicure stool
When did pedicures become the spa industry’s fastest-growing service?
1990s
Which type of file would you use for thinning an enhancement and preparing for a refill?
coarse-grit
Which tool is designed so it does not put pressure on the nail tip as it is being cut?
tip cutter
Which type of nail form is sold in 100 or 500 count?
disposable
Which of the following might be a scenario in which using nail resins for extensions are an excellent option?
prom
How would you avoid a heat spike and discomfort for your client when curing?
Apply a thin layer of gel.
When a nail enhancement lifts, cracks, or breaks, what may happen to the natural nail?
An infection can occur.
What is the fastest and easiest way to develop an optimal pedicure service?
using a single professional product line
Any method of securing a layer of fabric or paper on a nail to increase its strength and durability is referred to as ___________.
nail wraps
In both a dry manicure and a basic manicure, there are several steps that are the same. Which step differentiates a dry manicure from a basic manicure?
The nail needs to be soaked.
For which of the following nail types would you allow the form to come to a point at the end, with only a pinhole circle at the opening?
oval
Typically, light-cured gels are not as hard as _______ enhancements.
liquid and powder nail
Which of the following should a cosmetologist use before applying primer to remove surface moisture?
nail cleanser
A massage performed during a manicure or pedicure is purely for what purpose?
relaxation
What should you do when a client wants a nail enhancement removed?
Soak the nails in acetone.
Which pedicuring implement must be used by taking small nips of the nail slowly across the free edge, with care not to trap the toe’s skin in the jaws?
toenail nippers
Where should you place your thumb when performing a foot massage?
on the bottom of the foot
If your client has ________________, be clear and describe colors, giving examples.
visual impairment
Justin is interested in using a resin as a top coat. What type of viscosity should he use?
thicker
Josie is an instructor and is discussing safety procedures for clients with special considerations. She says to be mindful when performing a __________ service on clients who are sensitive to heat due to a loss of sensation in the extremities.
paraffin
A bead mix ratio can be described in three ways. Which of the following would you not classify as one of them?
fine
The __________ may appear to be thinner after enhancements have been removed.
nail plates
Which type of file would you use for the initial shaping of the perimeter of the nail?
medium-grit