Manicuring Flashcards
Since a man’s manicure isn’t always as long as a woman’s, what service can you extend?
Massage
How long should you hold cotton saturated with polish remover on the nail?
10 seconds
Which of the following abrasives is used to buff, polish, and remove very fine scratches?
Fine-grit
Which nail shape do men usually prefer?
Round
If a client comes in with very long nails, what should your first step be in performing a manicure?
Cut nails with nail clippers or nippers
Which of the following pieces of equipment helps maintain a clean, clutter-free appearance to your work area?
Supply Tray
What is the kneading, lifting, squeezing, and pressing of the tissue called?
Pétrissage
_______________ are designed to loosen and dissolve dead tissue on the nail plate so that the tissue can be more easily and thoroughly removed from the nail plate.
Cuticle Removers
What would you recommend to a client who is dealing with weak nails and could use the benefits of collagen on the nails?
Nail hardener
What is the art of caring for and beautifying the hand and fingernails?
Manicuring
Which of the following is NOT one of the added ingredients that acetone-based and non-acetone-based removers have to prevent drying of the nail plate and surrounding skin?
Liquefied cocoa butter
What would eliminate the relaxation therapy of a massage?
Talking
________________ contain ingredients designed to seal the surface of the skin around the nails and hold in the subdermal moisture in the skin.
Nail creams
Which of the following is the step of the consultation that would occur first, after the client has filled out the consultation form?
Review the intake form
How many coats do you need for the MOST successful nail polish application?
FOUR
AVOID this treatment on clients who have cuts, burns, rashes, warts, or eczema.
Paraffin treatment
Imagine that you are giving a manicure to a woman with special needs. When you decide to choose an abrasive for the nails, which would you choose?
Fine Grit
Imagine that you are giving a manicure to a woman with special needs. When you decide to shorten the length of the nail, what do you decide to do?
Look underneath the nails before clipping
Which piece of equipment is used to kill microorganisms and their spores on implements and tools?
Autoclave
The list of services that you are legally allowed to perform within your specialty in your state is called what?
Scope of Practice
_______ is a solvent commonly found in nail polish removers.
ACETONE
What is the best way to prevent staining of the nail by dark polish colors?
Base coat
The main ingredient in ______ is typically methacrylic or cellulose-type film formers.
Top Coat
A common ingredient in protein hardeners is:
Collagen
_____ soap should be used in the nail salon, as _____ soap can be a breeding ground for bacteria.
Liquid: bar
Cuticle removers should not be used for contact with the _______, as they tend to have a high pH that can be irritating.
Eponychium
TRUE OR FALSE: Be mindful of the wattage of incandescent bulbs; if it is too high, it may create temperatures that cure nail enhancements products too quickly.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: The manicure table should be made of a material that is durable enough to be cleaned or disinfected after every client.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: A good idea for the nail technician is to place all polishes, removers, and creams on one tray that can be moved from storage to table in one movement.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: A rolled up towel could also be used as an arm cushion.
True
The container that gauze and cotton wipes are kept in should be lidless for ease of access during service.
False
Chairs for clients should ideally have backrests and low armrests for client comfort.
True
Disinfection containers should be able to fit several service sets of implements, completely immersed.
True
Trash cans and containers in the salon must be covered or have lids.
True
You should have an arm cushion for your client that is made from a material that can be easily cleaned and disinfected.
True
Implements and equipment are the same thing and the terms can be used interchangeably.
False
The autoclave must remain at the optimal point of heat, pressure, and steam for at least 60 minutes in order to achieve the desired result.
False
TRUE OR FALSE: Electric UV sterilizers are the best option for disinfecting implements in the nail salon.
False
TRUE OR FALSE: Heat, steam, and pressure combine to sterilize implements in an autoclave.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: LED or UV lamps are helpful for curing nail polishes that have an ingredient that is sensitive to UVA wavelength.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: There are several options for ventilation systems in the salon, ranging from local exhaust systems to ventilated tables to portable downdraft vents.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: An autoclave is another type of device that can speed up the drying/curing time for polishes.
False
TRUE OR FALSE: Electric mitts for the hands and feet are a standard, necessary piece of equipment for every nail service.
False
TRUE OR FALSE: In lieu of a fancy ventilation system, a salon may have multiple windows and fans to circulate air appropriately.
False
TRUE OR FALSE: Electric nail polish dryers usually have either a heating element or a fan to speed up drying time.
True
TRUE OR FALSE: Special ventilation systems should be used in the nail salon or spa to help customers and employees from being overexposed to vapors and dust.
True
