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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 abrasive nail file | thin elongated board with a rough surface, file the free edge of nails. |
| abrasive scrubs | Slightly abrasive products containing softening agents or oils to penetrate dry, flaky skin and calluses that need to be smoothed during a pedicure |
| alum | aluminum salt used as a styptic (agent used to stop bleeding) in powder form or solution |
| booth manicure | manicure that is given in a booth and not at the manicuring table |
| base coat | colorless liquid applied to the natural nail before the application of a colored polish |
| callus softeners | Helps soften and smooth calluses, especially on heels and over pressure points. |
| Clipper | multi-use too used to shorten the nail plate is a nail |
| curette | Small, spoon-shaped instrument used for cleaning debris from edges of nail plate. |
| cuticle creams | usually have a base of lanolin, petroleum, or beeswax designed to prevent or correct brittle nails and dry cuticles |
| cuticle nipper | small cutting tool used to nip or cut excess cuticle at the base of the nail |
| cuticle oil | soften and lubricate the cuticle around the fingernail and to nails |
| cuticle pusher | implement used to loosen and push back the cuticle around the fingernails or toenails; shaped to conform to the shape of the nails |
| cuticle remover | solution of alkali, glycerin, and water used to soften and remove dead cuticle from around the nail |
| Diabetic | To avoid risk of infection, nippers should never be used on a client who is |
| diamond nail file | metal implement with diamond dust embedded in the metal, files the free edge of the toenails and in some cases thins them |
| Disinfectant | a chemical that should never be added to the footbath with the clients feet |
| dry nail polish | powder or paste used with a chamois buffer to ass shine to the nail |
| emery board | disposable manicuring instrument with rough cutting ridges, used for shaping the nails with the coarse side and smoothing them with the finer side |
| exfoliating scrubs | Preparations used to remove dry or scaly skin on feet and legs. |
| Exfoliation | spa maincures should include a relaxing massage and some sort of |
| foot files or paddles | Large abrasive files used to smooth, remove dry flaky skin and reduce thicker areas of calluses. |
| foot lotion, oil, or cream | Products used to condition and moisturize feet: also used for performing a foot massage. |
| foot soaks | Products containing gentle soaps, moisturizers, and so on, used in a pedicure bath to cleanse and soften skin. |
| formaldehyde hardeners | nail hardeners that utilize keratin fibers to streghten the nail and contain no more than 5 percent formaldehyde |
| french manicure | manicure in which the free edge of the nail is polished, tipped, or sclupted in an opaque colo while the nail plate is is polished or left a more translucent color |
| friction movement | Frim pressure applied to bottom of foot using thumb compression to work from side to side and toward the heel. |
| hand creams | creams made up of emollients and humectants, recommended for dry, chapped or irritated skin |
| hand lotions | similar in composition to hand creams but with a thinner consistency due to higher oil content |
| hand movements | Movements used in therapeutic massage |
| Lanulla | half moon at base of natural nail |
| liquid nail polish or lacquer | thick liquid used to color or gloss the nail |
| liquid soap | Used in pedicuring, contains a mild detergent for cleansing feet. |
| Loosen & Disolves Dead Tissue | cuticale remover that typically contain sodium or potassium hydroxide are used to |
| MANICURE | CARE OF THE HANDS AND NAILS |
| masques | Usually composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils and beneficial extracts. |
| massage oils | Blends of oils used to lubricate, moisturize, and invigorate skin during a massage. |
| massage preparations | Oils, creams, lotions used to lubricate, moisturize, and invigorate skin. |
| nail bleach | product used to remove stains and whiten the nails |
| Nail Brush | implement used to clean under and around fingernails, remove dust and debris, with warm water and soap |
| nail buffer | made of leather or chamois used with polishing powder or paste to polish the nails to a high luster |
| nail file | metal instrument with a specially prepared surface used to file and shape the nails |
| nail hardener | product designed to prevent nails from splitting or peeling |
| nail rasp | Metal file with an edge that can file the nail plate in only one direction. |
| nippers | Instrument used for manicures and pedicures,trim tags of dead skin. |
| Non-Acetone | type of nail polish remover recommended when removing polish from wrap type of nail enhancements |
| nylon fiber hardeners | are a combination of clear polish and nylon fibers applied first vertically then horizontally on the nail plate |
| orangewood stick | made from wood of the orange tree used to loosen the cuticle around the base of the nail or to clean under the free edge |
| Paddles | a foot file also knowen as |
| parafin baths | Used to stimlate circulation , reduce inflammation and provide circulation to the affected joints. |
| pedicure | Standard service performed by cosmetologists, includes care and massage of feet( trimming, shaping, and polishing toenails) |
| pedicure slippers | Disposable paper or foam slippers are needed for those clients who have not worn open-toed shoes. |
| protein hardeners | nail hardeners that are a combination of clear polish and a protein such as collagen |
| Pumice Powder | mild abrasive that polishes fine scratches from the surface of the nail plate |
| Relaxer Movement | form of massage "joint movement" |
| Sanitize & Disinfect | prior to reusing any bruch or applicator, that comes in contact with clients nails or skin, must be properly |
| Self Disinfecting | products that can not harbor the growth of pathogen have brushes that are considered to be |
| styptic | agent used to stop bleeding |
| squoval | term describing a square nail with the ends rounded or taken off |
| tapotement | Massage movement using a short, quick hacking, slapping, or tapping technique. |
| toe separators | Foam rubber toe separators or cotton are used to keep toes apart while polishing the nails. |
| toenail clippers | Professional instruments with curved or straight jaws used for cutting toenails. |
| top coat or sealer | liquid, colorless nail enamel applied over polish to protect the polish, prevent chipping, and impart a high gloss |
| tweezers | implement used to lift small bits of cuticle from the nail |
| Wooden Pusher | manicuring implement not designed for reuse on an additional client |
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