NAILS
Nail that is tapered & longer than usual making it suitable for thin hands with long fingers & narrow nail beds
What is a pointed nail?
Barrier product that contains ingredients that seal the surface of the skin around the nail & hold subdermal moisture in the skin
What are nail creams?
One of the most popular nail art procedures & a nail tech. should master the technique & its variations to stay competitive in the marketplace
What is french manicure service?
Applying one light polish stroke down the middle and one on each side of the nail is practicing this method for applying nail polish for professional results
What is the three-stroke method?
A guideline to follow during hand and arm massage is not to use vigorous/strong massage techniques on clients with this
What is arthritis?
Conservative nail shape that is considered attractive on most hands
What is oval nail?
Cleans under the nails free edge, removes cuticle tissue from the nail plate, and used to apply product
What are wooden pushers?
Service that involves exfoliation and massage
What are spa manicures?
This is the proper order for applying nail polish to create a smooth, long-lasting finish
What is base coat, two coats of color, and top coat?
A nail technician performing a basic manicure should watch for brittle nails on a client with this
What is autoimmune disease?
A nail that is completely straight across the free edge with no rounding at the outside edges
What is square nail?
Creates a colorless layer on natural nails and nail enhancements that promote polish adhesion
What is base coat?
Uses highly concentrated essential oils to induce reactions such as relaxations or invigoration
What is aromatherapy manicure?
Defined as a succession of strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact
What is effleurage?
A safety guide for this product for manicures, is not to use if they have skin irritations such cuts, burns, rashes, eczema, or warts present.
What is paraffin wax ?
This nail is sturdy if the nail extends only slightly past the fingertip
What is squaoval nail?
What are exfoliating scrubs?
OSHA recommends these gloves to protect the skin from absorbing chemicals during services
What is nitrile?
Movement that involves lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue
What is petrissage?
A step-by-step plan for caring for your client after completing the procedure
What is post-service procedure?
A true statement for this product is apply multiple layers to improve appearance, longevity & durability
What is nail polish?
These are made of metal and can be disinfected and reused on clients
What is multiuse implements?
A basic manicure including polishing, should take this long to complete
What is 30-45 minutes?
A swirled effect created by combining two or more colors while wet and then mixing them on the nail with a stylus
What is marbleizing?
Stay at least 0.025 inch away from eponychium & sidewall, dont use acetone, use ridge filler to disguise uneven nail plate color are all considerations during service with clients that are undergoing these procedures
What is active chemotherapy or radiation?
Should be made of a hard, impenetrable surface and remain free of clutter
What are manicure tables?
To ensure safe working conditions in a salon, OSHA recommend cosmetologists should use this
What is local source capture ventilation system?
When starting a new step in a basic manicure filing and shaping, always start with this finger
What is begin with little finger on left hand?
Nail art that fades one color into the other and the meeting point is a combination of the two-aka ombre or gradation
What is color fading?
Organized, step-by-step plan for cleaning and disinfecting your tools, implements and materials
What is pre-service procedure?