Natural Nails

Question 1

A benefit of massage is

Answer 1

Stimulation of glandular activity

Question 2

Which of the following products helps prevent nails from splitting.

Answer 2

Nail strengthener

Question 3

A soaking solution is used in a manicure to:

Answer 3

Soften the skin

Question 4

An example of an exfoliant is

Answer 4

Sloughing lotion

Question 5

Cuticle remover cream contains which of the following ingredients?

Answer 5

Potassium hydroxide

Question 6

How should a callus be treated during a pedicure?

Answer 6

Smooth and reduce using a foot file

Question 7

The product that reduces microbes on the skin is called a(n):

Answer 7

Antiseptic

Question 8

What grit file should be used on natural nails to prevent damage?

Answer 8

240 grit or higher should be used to prevent damage

Question 9

What tool has a shape designed to follow the natural curve of the nail?

Answer 9

Cuticle pusher

Question 10

Which of the following products aids in moisturizing brittle nails?

Answer 10

Cuticle oil

Question 11

Guidelines for disinfecting a pedicure basin each day include all of the following actions EXCEPT:

Answer 11

Drain water from pedicure basin, scrub the area behind the removable components and use the recommend amount of an approved EPA- registered disinfectant

Question 12

To clean metal tools, begin by

Answer 12

Immersive clean metal tools, begin by removing debris

Question 13

What is NOT a method used to disinfect tools and equipment?

Answer 13

Heat

Question 14

Which of the following choices must be discarded after use on a nail service client?

Answer 14

Single use items

Question 15

During a natural nail service, apply nail polish:

Answer 15

Apply nail polish over the base coat

Question 16

During a pedicure service, soak the client’s feet for:

Answer 16

5-10 minutes

Question 17

Of the actions listed which one would occur first when performing the basic manicure?

Answer 17

Wash and sanitize hands

Question 18

When is exfoliation performed during a pedicure?

Answer 18

After cuticle care during pedicure

Question 19

When is the massage performed during a manicure?

Answer 19

Prior to polishing the nails

Question 20

When using a granular scrub during a pedicure:

Answer 20

Don’t apply to much pressure

Question 21

While pushing back cuticles, use:

Answer 21

Light quick circular movements

Question 22

A colorless polish that evens out the nail plate and prevents pigments from penetrating the nail plate is called a:

Answer 22

Base coat

Question 23

A spray or polish that aids in the fast drying of polish is called:

Answer 23

Speed dry

Question 24

Cuticles can be softened by soaking fingernails in a:

Answer 24

Finger bowl

Question 25

What implement is used to shorten the nails?

Answer 25

Nail clippers