Chapter 21 - Pedicuring

Question 1

Xerosis

Answer 1

abnormal dryness of the skin

Question 2

nail rasp

Answer 2

metal implement with a grooved edge that is used for filing and smoothing the nail plates’ edges (thumb)

Question 3

Pedicure

Answer 3

cosmetic service performed on the feet by a licensed cosmetologist or nail technician; can include exfoliating the skin and callus reduction, as well as trimming, shaping, and polishing toenails; a pedicure often includes foot massage

Question 4

whirlpool foot spa

Answer 4

piped footbath where the water is moving through pipes to create water turbulence and vibration while soaking the feet

Question 5

potassium hydroxide

Answer 5

inorganic compound that degrades the protein in callus cells

Question 6

toenail nippers

Answer 6

similar in design to fingernail nippers, but larger, much stronger, and used to trim the toenail as opposed to trimming excess cuticle

Question 7

Foot Files (Pedicure Paddles)

Answer 7

large, abrasive files used to reduce and smooth thicker foot calluses

Question 8

Foot Files (Pedicure Paddles)

Answer 8

large, abrasive files used to reduce and smooth thicker foot calluses

Question 9

foot soaks

Answer 9

products put into the pedicure bath water to soften the skin on the feet; professionally formulated foot soaks cleanse and deodorize the feet without being overly harsh

Question 10

callus softeners

Answer 10

products that soften and smooth thickened tissue (calluses)

Question 11

reflexology

Answer 11

method of applying pressure with thumb and index fingers to hands and feet; has demonstrated health benefits

Question 12

footbath (foot basin)

Answer 12

pedicure bowl, or pedicure tub; used for soaking or bathing the feet