Equipment
Has an armrest for clients, some are heated and massage.
pedicure chair
toenail clippers and nippers
Abnormal skin dryness
xerosis
During pedicure services work in this manner to avoid injury to yourself.
ergonomically
Which footbath is most similar to a Jacuzzi tub, but is being discontinued because they tend to promote the growth of disease-causing microorganisms?
piped footbaths
Ergonomically designed for the pedicurist to sit and maintain a healthy posture while working.
pedicure stool
Implement with a small, scooped-shaped end that allows for efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium and hyponychium.
curette
Has an increased hydrating effect on skin cells
urea
The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, gently pinching, kneading, tapping, and other movements.
massage
When should equipment that contains water be cleaned and disinfected?
After every pedicure
Also known as a pedicure basin, must be large enough to comfortably accommodate the client's feet.
pedicure footbath
Used to file and smooth the nail plate's edges.
nail rasp
Has anti-inflammatory properties
Salicylic acid
Light continuous, rhythmic stroking movement with the fingers and palm.
effleurage
What type of disinfectant in NOT necessary for the disinfecting process for footbaths?
bleach
Supplies are stored here.
pedicure cart
Used to reduce thick calluses on the heel, ball of the foot, or big toe.
foot file
Degrades the protein in callus cells
potassium hydroxide
Generally when performing a foot massage, grasp the foot between the thumb and fingers at this area.
mid-tarsal
Which type of footbaths circulate water?
air jet, pipeless, and whirlpool footbaths
Optional equipment used to provide a deep moist heat and helps to reduce pain.
paraffin bath
Have curved or straight jaws with wider space between the jaws.
toenail clippers
Products put into the pedicure bath water to soften the skin
foot soaks
A method of applying pressure with the thumb and index fingers to the hands and feet and is based on the principle that areas in the feet and hands correspond to all the organs, glands, and other body parts.
reflexology
Which footbath is the easiest to clean and disinfect and therefore has become the new industry standard?
pipeless footbaths