Pedicure Knowledge Check

Why is it important to recommend a suitable nail finish to a client?

• It shows off your favourite colour

• It ensures the result meets the client’s needs and lifestyle

• It saves product

• It helps you work faster

What is the main purpose of a base coat?

• To add shine

• To protect the natural nail and improve polish adhesion

• To remove old polish

• To moisturise the skin

What could happen if a top coat is not applied?

• The polish will dry faster

• The polish may chip or peel quickly

• The nails will grow faster

• The nail plate will become thicker

What is the correct order when applying traditional nail polish?

• Top coat – Colour – Base coat

• Base coat – Colour – Top coat

• Colour – Base coat – Top coat

• Colour – Top coat – Base coat

How should old nail polish be removed?

• Peel it off

• File it away

• Use a suitable remover and wipe gently from base to free edge

• Soak nails in water

What is the main benefit of using a foot soak at the start of a pedicure?

• To exfoliate the skin

• To soften skin and nails

• To apply polish faster

• To moisturise cuticles

Which product is most effective for removing dead skin cells during a pedicure?

• Cuticle oil

• Exfoliating scrub

• Foot spray

• Massage cream

Which of the following is an example of a contra-action?

• Client feels relaxed

• Skin becomes red and itchy

• Nails look glossy

• Cuticles soften

If a client develops a rash after a pedicure, what should you do?

• Ignore it

• Apply more product

• Advise them to seek medical advice

• Continue the treatment

How often should clients return for regular pedicure maintenance?

• Every week

• Every 4–6 weeks

• Every 8–10 weeks

• Once a year