Milady Nails Chapter 6 - Manicuring Part 1

Pre-service step __: Position a cushion or a folded towel on the edge of the table in front of the client.

Which type of product would be most difficult to provide for clients requesting it?

When applying nail polish, you should hold the brush at approximately a ____ angle.

The autoclave must stay at the optimal point of heat, pressure, and steam for at least 60 minutes to properly sterilize.

Post-service step __: Escort the client to the front desk to schedule the next appointment/pay for the service.

Pre-service step __: Place a lint-free disposable cloth on the table.

Pre-service step __: Wash your hands and begin the service.

The pointed nail is tapered and longer than usual to emphasize and enhance:

Hold the ____ at a 45-degree angle to the nail, pointed away from hyponychium and toward the free edge.

Pre-service step __: Clean and disinfect multiuse implements.

Chairs for clients should ideally have backrests and low armrests for client comfort.

Nail polish brushes are stored in polish, which is _____ -free and water-free.

A fine-grit abrasive is used for:

Do not ___________ when massaging a client with arthritis.

The main ingredient in ______ is typically methacrylic or cellulose-type film formers.

Which massage movement involves rapid tapping or striking motions against the skin?

Universal Precautions are a set of guidelines to reduce exposure to bodily fluids. Which organization devised these?

Pre-service step __: Have your client wash and dry their hands.

Special ventilation systems should be used in the nail salon or spa to prevent overexposure to vapors and dust.

What is paraffin used for?

Which of the following is not typically accomplished with tweezers?

What is the best way to prevent staining of the nail by dark polish colors?

Electric nail polish dryers usually have either a heating element or a fan to speed up drying time.

The term ____ refers to all permanent tools used to perform manicure services, other than implements.

Pre-step __: Show your client to your manicure table and make sure they are comfortable before beginning the service.

Which is true about manicuring?

When performing a manicure on a client with thin skin or a lowered immune system, how should you handle the cuticles?

Which massage involves holding the arm and gently twisting in opposite directions - like wringing out a wash cloth

Post-service step __: Clean and disinfect your work area.

A rolled up towel could also be used as an arm cushion.

The container that gauze and cotton wipes are kept in should be lidless for ease of access during service.

The list of services you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty in your state is known as your:

Pre-service step __: Greet your client and ask for the consultation card/sheet they filled out if they are a new client.

A(n) _____ should be worn when buffing or filing the nails to prevent inhalation of particles.

How long does it take to properly clean and disinfect implements after each use?

Which of the following is not a term for colored coatings (nail polish) applied to the natural nail plate?

Pre-service step __: Get your supplies out and put them on your table.

Callie decides that she will just have a standard manicure at this visit. How long can she expect to be in the chair?

A ____ is designed to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate.

When should a new set of gloves be used?

Implements and equipment are the same thing and the terms can be used interchangeably.

Disinfection containers should be able to fit several service sets of implements, completely immersed.

Effleurage movements should be:

Multiuse implements must be cleaned and ____ between clients.

You can usually find details about your state’s scope of practice for nail technicians:

It is recommended that you use ____ terrycloth towels in a personal service.

The manicure table should be made of a material that is durable enough to be disinfected after every client.

Electric dryers use _____ to speed evaporation of solvents from nail polishes.

If you are licensed as a nail technician in one state:

Pre-service step __: Fill a fingerbowl with water and put your manicure brush next to it.

In a ____ application, about a half of a cup of paraffin is placed in the bag and the client’s hand is inserted into it.

In lieu of a fancy ventilation system, a salon may have multiple windows and fans to circulate air appropriately.

An autoclave is another type of device that can speed up the drying/curing time for polishes.

A common ingredient in protein hardeners is:

____ can lift small bits of debris from nail plate.

Which of these is NOT an option when it comes to ventilation systems for your salon?

Gauze squares are also called ____ and can be used for a variety of things in the salon.

_____ should be held at a 20- to 30-degree angle from nail plate.

Post-service step __: Record all service information (products used, retailing, etc.) on the client service form.

All base coats, top coats, nail polishes, and hardeners:

____ can remove implements from disinfectant solution.

Trash cans and containers in the salon must be covered or have lids.

When choosing a manicure table, Martin should select a table that:

_______ is a solvent commonly found in nail polish removers.

Pre-service step __: Set out your tools and implements.

Post-service step __: Advise client of home nail care, including retail suggestions and how to use them.

What should the nail technician do immediately after performing the hand and arm massage?

Post-service step __: Thank the client for their business and mention you’ll be looking forward to their next visit.

Pre-service step __: Discuss the information on the consultation card.

After removing the polish from the client’s nails, it is recommended that you use your _____ to shape them.

____ should not be used if edges become rough or sharp.

Some spa manicures target specific results with:

Electric UV sterilizers are the best option for disinfecting implements in the nail salon.

Which is the best dust mask for use in the salon?

Manicuring is:

____ are used to trim dead skin away from nails.

Pre-service step __: Confirm that the trash receptacle is available for disposal of used materials during your service.

LED or UV lamps are helpful for curing nail polishes that have an ingredient that is sensitive to UVA wavelength.

Pre-service step __: Clean and disinfect the manicure table and drawer with an EPA-approved disinfectant.

Implements that cannot be adequately cleaned between clients are referred to as _______ implements.

Aleeah should select a client nail chair that has:

You should have an arm cushion for your client that is made from a material that can be easily cleaned and disinfected.

Post-service step __: Remove your products and tools and dispose of all used materials.

When applying polish to women’s nails, it is recommended that you apply how many coats?

Which nail shape do men typically prefer for a manicure?

Electric mitts for the hands and feet are a standard, necessary piece of equipment for every nail service.

The government organization that provides rules/guidelines for employee safety and protection in the nail salon is ____.

Callie asks why her tech is using an acetone-based remover instead of non-acetone. What is most likely the reason?

After applying the top coat, how long should you have clients hold their hands under a nail dryer?

Cuticle removers are typically caustic, which means that they:

A new set of _____ must be donned for each client and sometimes changed during service,

A(n) ____ pusher can be used to clean under the free edge of the nail.

Most men:

When performing a basic manicure, it is recommended that you use ________ to clean under the free edge of the nail.

Heat, steam, and pressure combine to sterilize implements in an autoclave.

Which client is most likely to prefer buffed nails with a clear gloss?

Pre-service step __: Place the abrasives and buffers of your choice on the table.

Cuticle removers should not be used for contact with the _____, as they tend to have a high pH that can be irritating.

Be mindful of the wattage of incandescent bulbs; if it is too high, it may create temperatures that cure too quickly.