Procedure Flashcards

1
Q

What angle do you hold a file

A

45 degree angle

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2
Q

Why do we bevel the nail?

A

To prevent nails from splitting
Remove rough edges
Seal the layers

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3
Q

Benefits for hand and arm massage

A

Relaxes
Stimulates blood circulation
Improves skin texture
Improves joint mobility
Softens and moisturises
Desquamation

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4
Q

Contraindications to massage

A

Skin diseases
Nail diseases
Sunburn
Recent scar tissue
Very thin skin
Recent fractures

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5
Q

Effleurage

A

Relaxing movement

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6
Q

Passive movements

A

Help mobility

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7
Q

Why do we buff the nail?

A

Improves appearance of nail
Smoothes nail ridges
Stimulates circulation
Removes stains

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8
Q

Reason for using a base coat

A

Protects the nail from staining
Smooth surface base for enamelling

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9
Q

Why use a top coat

A

Seals the enamel
Gives shine
Prevents chipping
Increases longevity

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10
Q

Home care advice for manicures

A

Use gloves for household work
Use nail strengtheners, base coats and enemals
Soak brittle nails in warm oil
Massage cuticle cream at night into nail folds
Apply hand cream after hands have been in water and every night
Use emery boards not metal files
Don’t bite nails or pick at cuticles
Wear gloves in winter

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11
Q

Benefits of hot oil treatment

A

Moisturise dry skin and cuticles
Moisturise flaking nails

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12
Q

Benefits of paraffin wax

A

Nourish the skin
Relieve pain of stiff joints
Improve mobility
Improve flaking nails
Improve skin colour

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13
Q

What temperature should paraffin wax be?

A

48-49 degrees

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14
Q

Benefits of a pedicure

A

Enhance appearance of toenails and feet
Nourish
Improve circulation
Help prevent toenail splitting
Help prevent callouses, corns and ingrown toenails

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15
Q

Pedicure after care

A

Keep feet mobile
Walking barefoot helps tone muscles
Wear correct fitted shoes
Use foot products
Soak aching feet in epsom salts
Massage the feet

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