a manicuring table lamp should have an incandescent bulb with wattage no higher than
40 - 60 watts
disinfection containers for manicure implements should be large enough for implements to be
completely immersed
lids are required on disinfectant containers to prevent
contamination
manicuring implements should be placed in the disinfectant container after being
properly cleansed
a wooden pusher used to remove cuticle tissue is disposable and should be
discarded after each use
a metal pusher is used to push back the eponychium and gently scrape cuticle tissue from the
natural nail plate
fine grit abrasives are designed for removing very fine scratches and
buffing and polishing
to bevel a nail, use gentle pressure and angle the file with a
45 degree angle
clean abrasives or implements stored in plastic bags or sealed airtight containers promote
bacterial growth
a nipper should be used to carefully trim away the
tags of dead skin
a buffer that shines the nail plate without the use of drying buffing powder is a
three way buffer
a tool used to shorten the length of the natual nail plate is a
nail clipper
the time necessary to properly clean and disinfect implements after each use is
20 minutes
brushes are used in products that do not harbor the growth of pathogens are considered
self disinfecting
small fiber free squares used to apply or remove products are
pledgets
nail products should be removed from their containers using a
plastic or metal spatula
cosmetic products containing a high water content provide the growth opportunity for
pathogens
the use of bar soap is not recommended as it may
harbor bacteria
when removing nail polish from wrap type nail enhancements, use a solvent that is
non acetone
removers that are used to dissolve and remove polish contain solvents of ethyl accetate or
acetone
a product designed to loosen and dissolve dead tissue from the nail plate is
cuticle remover
a product designed to improve adhesions of polish to the natural nail is a
base coat
nail hardeners that cause adverse reactions to skin may contain
formaldehyde
product information including safe handling, first aid and proper storage is required in
material safety data sheets
generally it is recommended that the shape of the nail plate enhances the overall
shape of the fingertip
the five basic nail shapes are
square, squoval, round, pointed, and oval
should a client be accidently cut and blood drawn, the first precautionary step is to
put on gloves and inform the client
the three individual procedures for a basic manicure should include
pre service, service, post service
success in nail polish application is achieved by using four coats including
one base coat, 2 polish coats, 1 top coat
massage manipulations should be excecuted using
rythmic and smooth movements
the massage movement where the technician holds the clients wrist and bends it back and forth slowly is a form of
joint movement
vigorous joint massage should not be performed if a client has a joint injury or
arthritis
sitting or working in uncomfortable, strained positions can lead to back, neck or shoulder injuries and result in
cumulative trauma
spa manicures encompass extensive knowledge of nail care and
skin care treatments
spa manicures include massage and skin exfoliation for polishing, smoothing and enhancing
professional product penetration