Ch 26 Flashcards
In the _____, with the development of the spa industry and new pampering equipment, techniques, and products, pedicures exploded onto service menus and became the fastest-growing service in the industry.
a. 1970s
b. 1980s
c. 1990s
d. early 2000s
c. 1990s
The soak bath is filled with comfortably _____ and a product to soak the client’s feet.
a. cool water
b. warm water
c. hot water
d. salt water
b. warm water
The ultimate pedicure foot bath is the fully plumbed whirlpool with the attached pedicure chair, sometimes referred to as a _____ chair.
a. comfortable
b. massage
c. pedicure
d. throne-design
d. throne-design
What is the specialized piece of equipment designed to keep pedicure supplies organized?
a. Pedicure cart
b. Pedicure cabinet
c. Rolling cart
d. Dispensary
a. Pedicure cart
Benefits of a _____ include stimulation of circulation, reduction of inflammation, and deeper penetration of products.
a. warm bath
b. tepid bath
c. paraffin bath
d. foot scrub
c. paraffin bath
Toenail clippers are larger than fingernail clippers, with _____.
a. a smaller space between the jaws
b. curved or straight jaws
c. longer and thicker jaws
d. disposable jaws
b. curved or straight jaws
What is a tool similar in design to fingernail nippers but are larger, much stronger, and used to trim the toenail as opposed to trimming the excess cuticle?
a. Toenail clipper
b. Toenail nipper
c. Curette
d. File
b. Toenail nipper
A disposable supply provided to clients to avoid smudging toenail polish after a pedicure are _____.
a. paper towels
b. disposable slippers
c. paper or foam slippers
d. toe separators
c. paper or foam slippers
What is a product used in the pedicure bath to cleanse and soften the skin?
a. Foot masque
b. Foot soak
c. Cuticle remover
d. Massage oil
b. Foot soak
_____ are important to condition and moisturize the skin of the legs and feet, to soften calluses, and to provide slip for massage.
a. Foot masques
b. Foot soaks
c. Exfoliating scrubs
d. Lotions and creams
d. Lotions and creams
Dry skin and calluses should be gently removed from the ball and heel of the foot using a(n) _____.
a. emery board
b. abrasive board
c. buffer
d. file or paddle
d. file or paddle
Which substance is an organic compound that has a super-hydrating effect on skin cells and is used in callus softeners?
a. Urea
b. Salicylic acid
c. Potassium hydroxide
d. Sodium chloride
a. Urea
Which inorganic compound degrades the protein in callus cells and works the quickest to soften calluses?
a. Urea
b. Salicylic acid
c. Potassium hydroxide
d. Sodium chloride
c. Potassium hydroxide
The generally accepted time between pedicure appointments is generally _____.
a. one week
b. two weeks
c. four weeks
d. three months
c. four weeks
When performing a pedicure, do not push back the _____.
a. eponychium
b. rough edges
c. dead tissue
d. cuticle tissue
a. eponychium
