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When polishing the nail, how should you handle the eponychium?

What is the consequence if your client is harmed while you perform an illegal service?

The following are purposes for cosmetologists to have and understanding of manicuring ЕХСЕРТ

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

Which of the following pieces of equipment is usually 16 to 48 inches in length and 16 to 21 inches in width?

Names that closely represent their purpose. Which manicure might use lightening age spot treatment

Combining two or more colors while wet and then mixing them on the nail with a stylus is called _____.

Cosmetologist practice the _____ stroke method for professional results when applying nail polish.

Which step could determine whether a first-time client returns to you?

Which tool is shaped like a two sided nail file and creates shine on nails?

The following are considered special treatments as add-on services EXCEPT

In which application of paraffin treatment would you use a disposable brush?

May have names that closely represent their purpose. Which manicure would entail exfoliating callused skin?

Which piece of equipment is used to kill microorganisms and their spores and sterilize implements and tools?

What is the massage movement of rapid tapping and striking motion of the hands against the skin called?

Why is it important to know the scope of work on your license?

All of the following are types of nail hardners EXCEPT

Multiuse implements should be used from each side of a client's nail to prevent stress damage to the sides of the nail

Succession of strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?

Cutting, shaping, and, often, painting of the nails; skin softening; and cuticle removal is known as a ____.

The following pieces of equipment helps maintain a clean, clutter-free appearance to your work area?

All manicures can be performed using the ______ manicure technique.

Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment?

Tools is a multiuse implement designed to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate?

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

The list of services that you are legally allowea to perform within your license in your state is called...

Which of the following is applied first in the nail polish application process?

What do you call manicures that eliminate soaking the nails in water?

Which of the following multiuse implements should be held at a 20 to 30 degree angle from the nail plate?

The massage movement in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?

Few all-natural products are commercially available. What is an alternative when a client requests all-natural products?

What is the massage movement that entails kneading, lifting, squeezing, and pressing of the tissue called?

For which of the following clients would you avoid vigorous or strong massage techniques?

Cosmetologist should take the opportunity to get to know the client and the client's wants and needs.

Selected for ergonomics, comfort, durability, resistance to staining, and ease of cleaning?

Which of the following abrasives is used to shorten and shape natural nails?

All of the following are considerations you need to keep in mind when deciding on a nail shape ЕХСЕРТ

What is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body called?

Erin holds the potential polish colors above the client's hand. How does this help the client choose a color?

What is designed to speed the evaporation of solvents, allowing them to harden more quickly?

Paul sees that he spend about 50 minutes on the manicure. What would his potenial employer think of this?

Which of the following materials is best for a multiuse tool?

Which of the following nail shapes is tapered slightly and extends a bit past the fingertip?

What would you recommend to a client who is dealing with weak nails and could use the benefits of collagen on the nails?

What massage movement incorporates various strokes that manipulate or press one layer of tissue over another?

How many coats of polish color are standard for coverage?

The step of the consultation that would occur first, after the client has filled out the consultation form?

The nail art upgrade where one color fades into the other and the meeting point is a combination of the two colors?

What is a consequence of performing services outside of the scope of practice in your state?

What is the art of caring for and beautifying the hand and fingernails?

At what point would you ask clients about their health?

What treatment increases blood circulation to the skin while also trapping moisture?

What is the name of the nail art upgrade where the nail bed is one color and the nail's free edge is another?

Health Administration (OSHA), to ensure safe working conditions in a salon, cosmetologists should ______.

What type of bulb should you use for your adjustable lamp when manicuring?

In which application of paraffin treatment would you use commercial gloves?

Which of the following materials would corrode during disinfection and sterilization?

What is the average length for a manicure table?

Which of the following multiuse implements should be used to remove dead skin?

A basic manicure, including polishing, should take _______ minutes to complete

______ designed to seal the surface of the skin around the nails and hold the subdermal moisture in the skin.

How would you handle your gloves during a manicure and pedicure appointment for the same client?

What is often the most memorable part of the manicure?

If a client has an autoimmune disease, a nail technician performing a manicure should _______.

You recommend to a client who has not had a manicure before and would like a more conservative shape?

_____ the nail plate to increase flexibility and into the surrounding skin to soften and moisturize.

What is the continuous trembling or shaking movement without leaving contact with the skin called?

Which nail shape would you recommend to a client who would like a tapered, long nail?

Identify an accurate statement about the pre-service procedure.

Which of the following pieces of equipment is made from plastic, metal, glass or ceramic?

Which manicure would incorporate the use of alpha hydroxy acid for exfoliation and skin rejuvenation?

A cosmetologist, has lace, mesh, and fabric prepared for her client's nail art. What is she using these items as?

What would be your first step in properly keeping your hands clean?

You may want to cool down the temperature for which treatment for clients who are sensitive to heat?

Which of the following would be used to remove surface debris during a service?

Since the skin can absorb chemicals, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends _____

What tool is used to create a marbleized effect on the nail?

Clients over 65 should bring in a physician's permission prior to having or using which treatment?

How long should you hold a cotton ball saturated with polish remover on the nail?

When considering the basic manicure as a three-part nail care procedure, which step would be second?

What of the following are also called pledgets and can be used for many things, from product removal to applications?

Once paraffin has been used on a client, what should you do with it?

Which of the following multiuse implements should be used to lift small bits of debris from the nail plate?

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

The basic manicure as a three-part nail care procedure, which step would include disinfecting your tools?

Which of the following abrasives should be used with caution and generally not on natural nails?

Which nail product softens and smooths the hands, making the skin and finished manicure look more beautiful?

When performing advanced manicure treatments including oils or cosmetics, what information do you need from the client?

What would eliminate the relaxation therapy of massage?

Marielle, a new cosmetologist, is file prepping. Why is it important she takes this action?

Which of the following abrasives is used to buff, polish, and remove very fine scratches?

_____ nail plate so that tissue can more easily and thoroughly removed from the nail plate.

Which of the following would be a feature of both basic manicure and a spa manicure?

Julie is working on a client's manicure and grabs a spatula to remove product from its container...

Which of the following is used to apply nail oils?

All of the following are adaptations that salons can make to accommodate clients with special needs EXCEPT

Cosmetologists should understand that _______.

Many salons and spas have services based on ____, such as pumpkin spice manicures and pedicures in the fall.

How many coats do you need for the most successful nail polish application?

Non-acetone-based removers have to prevent drying of the nail plate and surrounding skin EXCEPT