Pedicure Procedures
First step before any pedicure service.
What is sanitize hands and feet?
Used to reduce thick foot calluses.
What is a foot file?
Added to pedicure soak to soften skin.
What is a foot soak?
Pedicure tools must be cleaned and disinfected using this.
What is an EPA-registered disinfectant?
The form filled out before the service begins.
What is an intake or consultation form?
Used to smooth calluses and remove dry skin.
What is a foot file or paddle?
A multi-use implement used to push back cuticles.
What is a metal pusher?
Used to moisturize and exfoliate skin.
What is a scrub or exfoliating product?
Implements should be cleaned with this before disinfecting.
What is soap and water?
Always check for this before performing a pedicure.
What is signs of infection or open wounds?
Exfoliation is performed before this step.
What is massage or polish application?
Disposable item used between toes during polishing.
What are toe separators?
Applied to cuticles to soften and condition them.
What is cuticle remover or oil?
This item must be thrown away after one use.
What is a wooden stick or disposable file?
Clients with this condition should not receive a pedicure without a doctor's note.
What is diabetes?
Toenails should be filed in this shape.
What is straight across?
Used to trim toenails safely.
What are toenail clippers?
A thick, creamy product used during massage.
What is massage lotion or cream?
This should be avoided if a client has broken skin or infections.
What is a pedicure service?
This helps determine client expectations and contraindications.
What is a consultation?
This step is done last during a pedicure.
What is polish application?
Tool used to remove debris from under the nail.
What is a curette?
Specialized equipment used for luxurious pedicure services.
What is a footbath or whirlpool spa?
The foot spa must be disinfected this often.
What is after every client?
Clients should be advised to avoid shaving legs for this long before a pedicure.
What is 48 hours?