Manicuring and Pedicuring Part 1

 The main purpose of manicuring is to:

• Improve the appearance and health of the nails and hands
• Remove stains from the nails

• Soften and lubricate the skin

• Make the nails grow faster and stronger

Match the following nail shapes:

• Round

• A popular nail shape that is square with rounded edges

• Oval

• Conservative shape attractive on most hands

• Squoval

• A nail shape that works best on thin, delicate hands

• Pointed

• Recommended shape for men's nails

A spa manicure includes the addition of:

• wine and cheese

• nail painting and cuticle trimming

• nail buffing and cuticle oil application

• massage and exfoliation

Before consulting with a nail client, make sure he/she:

• puts on a smock

• pays up front

• signs a release form

• washes his or her hands

The post service of a manicure includes:

• the consultation

• home maintenance

• recommendations

• analysis

To keep the client's hands flexible and smooth and relax the client, each spa manicure should include:

• cuticle care

• a finger bath

• a hand and arm massage

• a pedicure

If your client gets cut, make sure you disinfect everything in:

• an ultrasonic cleaner

• alcohol

• a hospital level disinfectant

• bleach

In what direction should the nails be filed?

Why should the nails be filed corner to center?

The correct way to apply nail polish from base to free edge is to:

• apply three coats

• apply nail polish from tip to base

• use light, quick, sweeping strokes

• use short, jerky strokes