Ch. 20 Manicuring

A characteristic of dimethyl urea nail hardeners is that they _____

A cosmetic treatment of the hands involving cutting, shaping, and painting of the nails is known as a ________

A basic manicure, including polishing, should take ___ minutes to complete.

A traditional French manicure has one color fading into the other, and at the meeting point is a combination of the two

A conservative nail shape that is considered attractive on most hands is the _____

The spray paraffin method uses a special machine with replaceable paraffin cartridges.

When starting a new step in a basic manicure procedure, always start with the _____

A Paraffin bath maintains paraffin wax temp between 125 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit

Spa manicures seldom involve advanced specialty techniques and skin treatments

Which nail shape is tapered slightly and extends a bit past the fingertip?

Which of the following nail shapes is completely straight across the free edge with no rounding at the outside edges?

The post-service procedure is an organized, step-by-step plan for caring for your client after completing the procedure

The service procedure involves an organized, step-by-step plan for accomplishing the requested service

When applying nail polish, hold the brush at a 30-35 degree angle when approaching the nail

The three-stroke method includes applying one light polish stroke down the middle and one on each side of the nail.

Dry manicures do not require the nails to be soaked in water.

In the context of OSHA, to ensure safe working conditions in a salon, cosmetologists should _____

Before placing implements in the container, scrub them using warm water, liquid soap, and a scrub brush

Nail creams are barrier products because they contain ingredients that seal the surface of the skin around the nail

Wooden pushers are used to clean under the nail's free edge and remove cuticle tissue from the nail plate

PETRISSAGE is a movement that involves lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue

The squoval nail shape is sturdy if the nail extends only slightly past the fingertip

A guideline by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is NOT to move wheelchair users.

Which of the following statements related to optional manicure station equipment is accurate?

When filing and shaping natural nails, use a sawing back-and-forth motion

EFFLEURAGE is a succession of strokes in which the hands glide over the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact

The pre-service procedure is a step-by-step plan for cleaning and disinfecting your tools, implements, and materials.

Since the skin can absorb chemicals, OSHA recommends __ gloves to protect the skin.

It's recommended to use a high-quality, properly fitted mask when transferring chemical containers

Correct steps of applying nail polish is to apply the base coat, followed by one coat of polish color and one top coat

If a client has an autoimmune disease, a nail tech performing a manicure should watch for brittle nails.

A two- or three-way buffer is generally used to create shine on natural nails and some artificial enhancements

Cosmetologists should understand that ______

A nail nipper is a stainless-steel implement generally used to ______

With a pointed nail shape, natural nails are rarely successful.

A nonacetone nail polish remover does not dissolve enhancement products as quickly as an acetone-based remover.

Paraffin wax should not be used if skin irritations such as cuts, burns, rashes, eczema, or warts are present.

A swirled effect created by combining 2+ colors while wet, then mixing them on the nail with a stylus is marbleizing

Do not use vigorous or strong massage techniques on clients with arthritis

The pointed nail shape is for people who do not need the strongest, most durable nail enhancement shape

Base coat is applied over colored polish to prevent chipping and add shine or a matte finish.

Multiuse implements are often made of metal

When performing manicure massages, do not press or move with pressure over the bones of the arms

Which of the following guidelines should be followed when choosing manicure station equipment?

While applying nail polish, apply multiple product layers to improve appearance and polish longevity and durability