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1
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Nutrition: (1)

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Process involved in taking in nutrients and assimilating and utilizing

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What do molecules do:(4)

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Repair damage

Form new cells

Provide energy

Conduct all biochemical reactions that run body systems

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What are the 6 classes of nutrients the body needs:

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Carbohydrates

Vitamins

fats

Minerals

Proteins

Water

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Carbohydrates:(1)

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Needed for energy to run every function within the body

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Vitamins:(5)

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Required for many body functions to occur

Normal metabolism

Aiding and healing

Fight disease

Maintaining skin, hair and nails

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Fats: (4)

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Needed for many body functions

Hormones

sedum production

absorption of fat soluble vitamins A,D,E and K

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Minerals:(1)

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Used by cells to produce important biochemicals that have many body functions

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Proteins: (4)

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Important for:

building muscles

Blood tissue

Cell repair and replacement

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Water (2)

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Necessary for virtually every function of cells and body

Makes up 50-70% of bodies weight

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What are the 5 basic food groups

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Grains

Dairy

Vegetables

Protein foods – meat, poultry, seafood, beans, eggs)

Fruits

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how many essential vitamins are there and what are they(2)

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13

A, C, D, E, K , and 8 complexes of B

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What are Vitamins A,D,E,K (2)

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Fat soluble vitamins

Found in foods and can be stored in the body

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What are Vitamin C and B-complex(2)

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Water-soluble

Body uses them and loses them quickly

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What’s the difference between fat soluble and water soluble(2)

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Fat stores in body

Water are used quickly and must be replenished regularly

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Vitamins that have significant effects on skin:(4)

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Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin D

Vitamin E

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What does vitamin A do for skin:(3)

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Supports the overall health of skin

Aids in health, function, repair of skin cells

Improves elasticity and thickness

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What does Vitamin C do for skin :(6)

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Needed for proper repair of skin and tissue

Aids and accelerates the skin healing processes

Boosting immune system

Fighting aging process

Promotes production of collagen

Keeps skin healthy and firm

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What does vitamin D do for the skin :(2)

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Enables body to absorb and use calcium for bone development and maintenance

Promotes rapid healing for skin

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What does vitamin E do for skin (2)

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Protects skin form harmful effects of suns UV

Helps heal damage of skins tissue when taken by mouth

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What does water do for the body:(5)

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Sustains cell health

Aids in elimination of toxins and waste

Regulates body temp

Aids in proper digestion

This all allows skin, hair and nails to stay healthy

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Facts about water:(4)

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Mild dehydration will slow metabolism as much as 3%

Lots of water can help stop hunger pangs

Lack of water is #1 cause of daytime fatigue

2% drop in body water can cause fuzzy, short-term memory, trouble with math difficulty focusing on computers or pages

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How much water is required everyday (2)

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Approximately 2L (8 8oz glasses)

Recommended is 9-12 (2-3L)

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What is the formula to determine how much water is required (3)

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Body weight divided by 2, then divide by 8

Result in number of 8oz glasses required.

Add 2 If you are extra active that day

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What is Immunity and what does it do (2):

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Ability of the body to resist and destroy pathogens and respond to infection

Identify potential threats and protect the body

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What are the 2 types of immunity;

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Acquired

Natural

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Key choices for the immune system to function properly (3) :

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Proper nutrition- foods that provide variety of nutrients

Sleep- 8-9 hours a night

Not smoking- use of tabaco products significantly damages all systems of the body

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Antibiotics (1)

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Substances that kill or slow the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms

28
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When did antibiotics become widely prescribed:(1)

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1950s

29
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What happens if you overuse/misuse antibiotics (1)

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Can lead to the development of new stronger strains of bacteria that are often resistant to drugs

30
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When should you stay home from work and for how long (4)

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Running a fever

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Until physician has cleared you or symptoms disappear

31
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If you go into work sick remember… (6)

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Avoid shaking hands

Wash hands frequently and prior to each client

Sneeze into elbow

PPE

Increase fluids

See doctor if it persists

32
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Allergies (2)

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Hypersensitivity disorders of immune system

When system reacts negatively to harmless substances in environment

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33
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What are common allergies of a beauty professional (4)

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Fragrance

Preservatives in products

Chemicals used in service

Excessive exposure to moisture

34
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Things you can do to avoid and reduce pain associated with profession (2)

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Proper Footwear; shoe with support of all parts of the foot especially the arch

Support hose/ compression socks to avoid varicose veins

35
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Escalated symptoms of dehydration (3)

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Dizziness

Increased heart rate

Fainting

36
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Why are hair splinters important to remove asap (1)

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Present opportunity for infection

37
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How can a hair splinter be removed and what is the aftercare (3)

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Soften skin with warm water

Remove with tweezers

Wash area with soap, apply anti-septic, bandage; same with a cut

38
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Ergonomics (1)

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Science of designing the workplace as well as its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient and safe

39
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What can cause carpal tunnel syndrome (1)

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Repetitive movements of the wrists causing wrist strain/injury

40
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What body part injuries are beauty professionals more susceptible to (7)

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Hands

Wrists

Shoulders

Back

Neck

Feet

Legs

41
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What can bad posture do (1)

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Create stress on neck, shoulders, back and legs

42
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Correct STANDING posture (5)

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Head up and chin parallel to floor

Neck elongated and balanced directly above shoulders

Lift upper body so chest is up and out—not slouched

Shoulders leveled and relaxed

Spine straight

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Correct SITTING posture (6)

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Hips level and horizontal not tilted forward or back

Flex knees slightly, positioned over feet

Lower body smoothly into chair , keeping back straight

Soles of feet on floor directly under knees

Seat of chair even with knees- forming 90degree angle

Body weight even on both hips

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Bad ergonomic habits (6)

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Gripping/squeezing implements to tight

Bending wrists up or down repeatedly

contorting wrists when using tools

Holding arms too far away

Holding elbows at more than 60degree angle for extended times

Bending forward or twisting body to get closer to client

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Guidelines to follow ergonomic related injuries (5)

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Ergonomically designed implements

Keep back and neck straight

Anti-fatigue mat

When standing position legs hip-width apart, bend knees slightly, align pelvis with abdomen

Stretch and walk around

46
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Guidelines for lifting (10)

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Feet about shoulder length apart

Chin and back straight

Bend at knees not back

Objects close to body

Do not twist body

Exhale when lifting

Lift with legs not back

Push or pull very heavy objects instead of lifting

Never reach more than 18inches away

Avoid fast jerky movements

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Pregnancy precautions: (4)

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Extend arm at full length when using a spray directing away- spray with container below waistline if possible

Wear gloves during chemical process – ensure gloves are appropriate for chemicals

Avoid sitting at pedicure bowl when one next to it is being disinfected – airborne chemicals

Wash hands frequently

48
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Meeting and greeting new clients (4)

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Be polite and genuine

Communicate professionally

Use proper terminology

Explain features and benefits of products and services

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How to gain clients trust and loyalty (5)

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Be consistent by always having positive attitude

Introduce yourself

Use clients name throughout visit

Take clients on tour

Introduce to people they may interact with

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Effective communication (1)

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Act of successfully sharing information between people so it is understood

51
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Client intake form – what is disclosed on it (10)

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Aka questionnaire, consultation card, health history form

Contact info

Products used

Hair/nail/skin needs

Preferences

Lifestyle

Medications- topical and oral

Known medical issues

Skin disorders

Allergies

52
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Service record card (4)

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Clients permanents progress record of services received, results, formulations, products used or purchased

highlights allergies and sensitivities

Completed by beauty professional

Technicians responsible to update or note changes with each visit

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When to do client intake form (4)

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The moment a new client calls

Let client know shop requires information before service can begin

Important to arrive 15 minutes early

Allow time for consultation in your scheduling times

54
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Client consultation (4)

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Discussion with client that determines needs and how to achieve results

Done before service begins

Performed every visit

Keeps clientele current, feeling good and satisfied

55
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Preparing for client consultation (5)

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Pen and intake form

Selection of styling books, pamphlets, literature, digital images

Material showcasing variety of service options

Portfolio of your work

Additional material to help visualize potential; brochures, nail rings, swatches

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Consultation area (3)

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Cleaned and uncluttered work space

Product bottles, cans and jars are cleaned

Aesthetically pleasing and organized

57
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10 step consultation method with explanations (10)

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  1. Review – intake form, make notes, add service details afterwards
  2. Assess – discover what client wants and needs
  3. Preferences – discover and rate clients preferences – when was the last time you loved your nails 1-10
  4. Analyze – assess state of clients hair, nails, skin etc; thickness, texture, condition, state
  5. Lifestyle – review clients career and lifestyle- work with hands? outdoors? Sun exposure? Skincare? Etc
  6. Show and tell – encourage client to describe what they like – and make sure it is feasible with their nail/skin/hair. Aswell as their expectations to makes ure on same page
  7. Recommend – ask if you can make recommendations, don’t if they don’t want it. Base off their needs and desires keeping in mind lifestyle, and hair/nail/skin type
  8. Upsell – unless client does not want any extra service, upsell another add-on
  9. Maintenance – discuss upkeep, maintenance services, limitations after service, at home maintenance- educate on various product and techniques
  10. Repeat – review consultation, reiterate everything agreed upon, visual tools to help , slow and confirmed by client
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Reflective listening (1)

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Listening to client then repeating in your own words what you think client is telling you

59
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Concluding service

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Record results on service record card

Note process

Final results

Retail purchased

Date

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