Procedure Flashcards
What angle do you hold a file
45 degree angle
Why do we bevel the nail?
To prevent nails from splitting
Remove rough edges
Seal the layers
Benefits for hand and arm massage
Relaxes
Stimulates blood circulation
Improves skin texture
Improves joint mobility
Softens and moisturises
Desquamation
Contraindications to massage
Skin diseases
Nail diseases
Sunburn
Recent scar tissue
Very thin skin
Recent fractures
Effleurage
Relaxing movement
Passive movements
Help mobility
Why do we buff the nail?
Improves appearance of nail
Smoothes nail ridges
Stimulates circulation
Removes stains
Reason for using a base coat
Protects the nail from staining
Smooth surface base for enamelling
Why use a top coat
Seals the enamel
Gives shine
Prevents chipping
Increases longevity
Home care advice for manicures
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
Benefits of hot oil treatment
Moisturise dry skin and cuticles
Moisturise flaking nails
Benefits of paraffin wax
Nourish the skin
Relieve pain of stiff joints
Improve mobility
Improve flaking nails
Improve skin colour
What temperature should paraffin wax be?
48-49 degrees
Benefits of a pedicure
Enhance appearance of toenails and feet
Nourish
Improve circulation
Help prevent toenail splitting
Help prevent callouses, corns and ingrown toenails
Pedicure after care
Keep feet mobile
Walking barefoot helps tone muscles
Wear correct fitted shoes
Use foot products
Soak aching feet in epsom salts
Massage the feet