How does your pedicure change if your client is a diabetic or on blood thinning medication?
Front
No nipping or blading
Back
What is the job of a nail rasp?
Front
Metal file; used to file in one direction only and used for under the free edge of the big toe
Back
Briefly describe the post service portion of the pedicure service
Front
Home care, re-booking, payment, prepare for next client
Back
What is the pedicure cart used for?
Front
Storing and keeping supplies organized
Back
What is a series pedicure?
Front
When you are addressing a problem over a few services
Back
What is a pedicure?
Front
A service on the foot performed by a licensed professional, trim and shape nails, massage, polish and exfoliation
Back
Which conditions require a doctors permission before massage can be performed?
Front
Circulatory, blood or heart problems
Back
How long before the pedicure should the client not shave their legs and why?
Front
2 days. Give you tiny cuts that germs could possibly enter the body if they are present
Back
What is the accepted time between pedicure appointments?
Front
45-50 minutes
Back
What are the cleaning steps to follow when cleaning a whirlpool rub after each client?
Front
Drain water, scrub with soap and water, rinse basin with clean water, refil basin with clean water and disinfectant, circulate for 10 minutes, drain, rinse and wipe dry with a clean towel
Back
What is the equipment used to perform a pedicure?
Front
Pedicure station, pedicure stool, foot rest, pedicure cart, electric mitts, terry cloth, paraffin bath
Back
What are the terry cloth mitts generally used for?
Front
Placed over a clients feet after penetrating condition product and cover have been applied
Back
What is the job of toe nail clippers?
Front
Specifically designed to shorten toe nails
Back
How long should a clients feet soak before a pedicure begins?
What does the textbook say about the use of gloves?
Front
Must be worn while performing a pedicure
Back
What features should a pedicure chair and footrest have?
Front
Built in foot rest, low to the ground, wheels
Back
Briefly describe the pre service portion of a pedicure
Front
Clean tools, meet client, greet them, set up table, escort client to pedicure station
Back
When using a callus reducer how long should it be left on for?
Front
5-10 minutes
Back
What material are toe separators made from and are they re-useable?
Front
Foam or cloth, and they are not re-useable
Back
How long should a mask be left on for?
Front
5-10 minutes
Back
What should a pedicure station include?
Front
Comfy chair for client (arm and foot rest), ergonomic chair for a professional
Back
What is another name for the whirl pool bath pedicure chairs?
Front
Foot Bath
Back
What are lotions or creams used for?
Front
Moisturize skin and feet, soften callus, provide slip for massage
Back
What is the purpose of exfoliating scrubs?
Front
Remove dry and flaky skin and reduce callus
Back
What is the job of a foot file or paddle?
Front
Designed to smooth foot calluses that come in different grits and shapes
Back
What is ergonomics?
Front
Fitting the person to the job
Back
How are callus softeners used?
Front
Applied and left on the pressure points of the feet as directed then calluses are more easily removed with the paddles
Back
What is the job of a curette?
Front
An implement with a small scoop shaped end that allows for more efficient removal of debris from nail folds
Back
What does a paraffin bath stimulate?
Front
Circulation and deep heat
Back
What does the pedicure massage primarily focus on?
Front
Relaxation
Back
What are toe separators used for?
Front
Keep toes separated during polish
Back
How often should pedicure basins be cleaned and disinfected?
Front
After every service
Back
What should a foot soak do to the feet?
Front
Soften the skin
Back
When cleaning the whirlpool tubs at the end of the day how long should you let the cleaner circulate for?
Front
10 minutes
Back
What is massage?
Front
Method of manipulating the body by rubbing, pinching, kneading and tapping
Back
What is reflexology and it's principals?
Front
Unique method of applying pressure with the thumb and index fingers. All feet and hands correspond with organs or part of the body which can send positive energy.
Back
What kind of shoes should your client wear for their pedicure?
Front
Open toed
Back
What material should a basin be made of?
Front
Stainless steel or ceramic
Back
The pedicure basin that a nail technician uses should be big enough to immerse what?
Front
Both feet
Back
What are three things you can do to effectively remove calluses?
Front
Exfoliating scrubs, credo blade, and conditioner
Back
What should you tell your client if they come in and have problem feet and it will taken longer time to do their pedicure?
Front
Do the best you can and get client to schedule another service to keep their feet in tip top shape