Manicuring 14th Edition

less than 100 grit; aggressive and quickly reduces the surface thickness.

colorless and flammable liquid that is a potent solvent; effectively removes oils and preps nails for polish.

AKA ombre or color graduation; nail art technique where one color fades into another, 2 colors come together.

used once on the client then discarded

Nail art technique; blocks or sections off color on the nail.

cosmetic treatment of the hands involving cutting, shaping, and often polishing of the nails, cuticle removal & massage.

stainless steel implement used to carefully trim away dead skin around the nails.

Depending on the client's skin tone, the nail bed is one color (pink/peach/beige), free edge is white (most of the time)

150-180 grit; smooth and refined surfaces; 150 shortens and shapes natural nails.

It uses High-temperature steam and pressure to kill microorganisms and pores and works like a pressure cooker.

240 or higher grit; refine, buff, and remove very fine scratches

Shorten the nail's free edge.

tools used to perform nail services. (multi-use or single-use)

Manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, tapping, and other movements.

multiuse metal implements, used to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate.

used to remove cuticle tissue, clean under the nail-free edge, and apply the product.