Chapter 26

Question 1

Basalt

Answer 1

A dark , fine-grained volcanic rock used in hot stone massage.

Question 2

Callus softeners

Answer 2

Products designed to soften and smooth thickened tissue (calluses).

Question 3

Curette

Answer 3

A small, scoop-shaped implement used for more efficient removal of debris from the folds, eponychium , and hyponychium areas.

Question 4

Exfoliating scrubs

Answer 4

Water-based lotions that contain a mild, christ-like abrasive and moisturizers to help in removing dry, flaky skin and reduce calluses.

Question 5

Foot files

Answer 5

Also known as pedicure paddles; large, abrasive files used to reduce and smooth thicker foot calluses.

Question 6

Foot soaks

Answer 6

Products containing gentle soaps, moisturizers, and other additives that are used in a pedicure bath to cleanse, deodorize, and soften the skin.

Question 7

Mask

Answer 7

Also known as a masque; is a concentrated treatment product often composed of mineral Clay’s, moisturizing agents, skin softener, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and other beneficial ingredients to cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate, and nourish the skin.

Question 8

Nail rasp

Answer 8

A metal implement with a grooved edge that is used that is used for filing and smoothing the edges of the nail plate.

Question 9

Pedicure

Answer 9

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

Question 10

Potassium hydroxide

Answer 10

An inorganic compound that degrades the protein in the callus cell.

Question 11

Reflexology

Answer 11

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

Question 12

Toe separators

Answer 12

Foam rubber or cotton disposable materials used to keep toes apart while polishing the nails. A new set must be used on each client.

Question 13

Toenail clippers

Answer 13

Professional implements that are larger than fingernail clippers and have a curved or straight jaw specifically designed for cutting toenails.

Question 14

Toenail nippers

Answer 14

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

Question 15

Urea

Answer 15

An organic compound that has a super-hydrating effect on the skin cells.

Question 16

Salicylic acid

Answer 16

An organic acid that derives originally from the bark of willow trees.