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What is the list of services in your specialty that you are legally allowed to perform in your state called?
What is the list of services in your specialty that you are legally allowed to perform in your state called?
Scope of Practice
The adjustable lamp attached to the manicure table should use an incandescent or fluorescent bulb of how many watts?
The adjustable lamp attached to the manicure table should use an incandescent or fluorescent bulb of how many watts?
40-60 Watts
You should NOT remove implements from a disinfectant container with:
You should NOT remove implements from a disinfectant container with:
Bare Hands
Name a petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties to hold moisture in the skin?
Name a petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties to hold moisture in the skin?
Reusable or multiuse implements are usually made of which material?
Reusable or multiuse implements are usually made of which material?
A metal pusher should be held like a pencil with the flat end held at a _____ angle from the nail plate.
A metal pusher should be held like a pencil with the flat end held at a _____ angle from the nail plate.
Which tool is used to quickly and efficiently shorten the free edge?
Which tool is used to quickly and efficiently shorten the free edge?
Medium-grit abrasives (150 to 180 grit) are used to:
Medium-grit abrasives (150 to 180 grit) are used to:
Which type of abrasive is used for buffing nails?
Which type of abrasive is used for buffing nails?
Which of the following replaces the chamois and creates a beautiful shine on nails?
Which of the following replaces the chamois and creates a beautiful shine on nails?
What should you use to remove nail products from their containers?
What should you use to remove nail products from their containers?
When hand washing is performed properly, soap removes _____ of pathogenic microbes from the hands.
When hand washing is performed properly, soap removes _____ of pathogenic microbes from the hands.
Discolorations of the nail plate or under the free edge of a nail can be removed using:
Discolorations of the nail plate or under the free edge of a nail can be removed using:
Methacrylic or cellulose-type film formers are typically the main ingredients of:
Methacrylic or cellulose-type film formers are typically the main ingredients of:
A(n) _____ nail is completely straight across with no rounding at the outside edges.
A(n) _____ nail is completely straight across with no rounding at the outside edges.
Most men prefer which nail shape?
Most men prefer which nail shape?
When disinfecting your implements during the pre-service procedure, how long should you leave them immersed in disinfectant solution?
When disinfecting your implements during the pre-service procedure, how long should you leave them immersed in disinfectant solution?
When shaping natural nails during a manicure procedure, the nails should be filed:
When shaping natural nails during a manicure procedure, the nails should be filed:
Which type of massage involves lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue?
Which type of massage involves lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue?
Which type of massage involves a succession of strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?
Which type of massage involves a succession of strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?
Which of the following is an example of equipment?
Which of the following is an example of equipment?
The client's arm cushion must be:
The client's arm cushion must be:
The trash container should be placed:
The trash container should be placed:
A paraffin bath is designed to melt solid paraffin wax and maintain it at a temperature between _____ degrees.
A paraffin bath is designed to melt solid paraffin wax and maintain it at a temperature between _____ degrees.
A metal pusher is used to:
A metal pusher is used to:
A nail nipper is used to:
A nail nipper is used to:
Which type of brush does NOT have to be either cleaned and disinfected or disposed of after each use?
Which type of brush does NOT have to be either cleaned and disinfected or disposed of after each use?
Which type of gloves are recommended by OSHA for use in the salon?
Which type of gloves are recommended by OSHA for use in the salon?
A pledget is a:
A pledget is a:
Acetone is:
Acetone is:
When using polish remover, you should saturate a cotton ball, gauze pad, or cotton pad, and hold it on the nail for a count of:
When using polish remover, you should saturate a cotton ball, gauze pad, or cotton pad, and hold it on the nail for a count of:
Which of the following is designed to absorb into the nail plate?
Which of the following is designed to absorb into the nail plate?
Polish is usually applied how?
Polish is usually applied how?
Gel polish can last as long as _____ days.
Gel polish can last as long as _____ days.
What color is the base coat typically?
What color is the base coat typically?
Nail hardeners should be used on _____ nail plates.
Nail hardeners should be used on _____ nail plates.
Nail polish drying accelerators are NOT typically applied with a:
Nail polish drying accelerators are NOT typically applied with a:
By the time you leave school, it should take you no longer than _____ minutes at the most to complete a basic manicure procedure.
By the time you leave school, it should take you no longer than _____ minutes at the most to complete a basic manicure procedure.
When should you wash your hands?
When should you wash your hands?
When performing the consultation, you should NOT:
When performing the consultation, you should NOT:
Which nail shape is recommended for women with thin hands, long fingers, and narrow nail beds?
Which nail shape is recommended for women with thin hands, long fingers, and narrow nail beds?
Darker shades of nail polish are generally most appropriate for which seasons?
Darker shades of nail polish are generally most appropriate for which seasons?
Male clients typically prefer which type of nail coating?
Male clients typically prefer which type of nail coating?
When performing a hand and arm massage, you should:
When performing a hand and arm massage, you should:
What is the purpose of massage in manicuring?
What is the purpose of massage in manicuring?
When is the massage performed in a traditional manicure?
When is the massage performed in a traditional manicure?
What service is not performed during a spa manicure?
What service is not performed during a spa manicure?
The practice of aromatherapy involves the use of:
The practice of aromatherapy involves the use of:
List 3 things Paraffin wax does:
List 3 things Paraffin wax does:
Which type of nail art involves swirling two or more colors together on the nail?
Which type of nail art involves swirling two or more colors together on the nail?
Study Notes
Manicure Essentials
- Scope of Practice: Services legally permitted to perform in one’s specialty within a state.
- Adjustable Lamp Wattage: Manicure tables should use lamps with 40-60 watts of incandescent or fluorescent bulbs.
- Implementation Removal: Implements must not be removed from disinfectant containers with bare hands.
- Paraffin Properties: Paraffin is a petroleum by-product effective at sealing moisture in skin.
- Material of Implements: Reusable tools in manicures are usually constructed from steel.
Manicure Techniques
- Metal Pusher Angle: Should be held like a pencil at a 20-30 degree angle from the nail plate.
- Nail Clipper Function: Used primarily for rapidly shortening the free edge of nails.
- Abrasive Use: Medium-grit abrasives (150 to 180 grit) are used to smooth and refine nail surfaces.
- Buffer Definition: The three-way buffer replaces chamois and adds shine to nails.
Nail Care Products
- Removal Method: Use a spatula to extract nail products from containers.
- Handwashing Effectiveness: Proper handwashing can eliminate over 90% of pathogenic microbes.
- Nail Bleach: Discolorations on nails are removable using nail bleach.
- Top Coat Ingredients: Typically consists of methacrylic or cellulose-type film formers.
Nail Shapes and Preferences
- Square Nail Shape: Has flat edges and is completely straight across.
- Preferred Nail Shape: Round shapes are more commonly favored by men.
Disinfection Practices
- Disinfectant Immersion Time: Implements should be immersed in disinfectant solution for 10 minutes during pre-service.
- Filing Direction: Natural nails should be filed from side to center.
Massage Techniques
- Petrissage Form: A massage technique involving lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue.
- Effleurage Technique: This involves gliding hands over body areas with varying pressure for massage.
Manicure Equipment and Hygiene
- Manicure Equipment Example: A manicure table is considered essential equipment.
- Client's Arm Cushion Hygiene: Must be covered with a fresh and clean towel for each client.
- Trash Container Requirement: Should have a self-closing lid for sanitation purposes.
Paraffin Usage
- Paraffin Bath Temperature: Maintains melted paraffin wax between 125-130 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nail Maintenance Tools
- Metal Pusher Purpose: Specifically used to scrape cuticle from the nail plate.
- Nail Nipper Functionality: Designed to trim away dead skin surrounding nails.
Application Techniques
- Cotton Ball Usage: Nail polish drying accelerators should typically not be applied with cotton balls.
- Polish Application Sequence: Generally consists of 1 base coat, 2 color coats, and 1 top coat.
Longevity and Care
- Gel Polish Longevity: Can last up to 21 days.
- Base Coat Color: Base coats are typically colorless.
Other Nail Care Insights
- Recommended Nail Plate Condition: Nail hardeners are advisable for thin nail plates.
- Massage Timing in Manicure: Massage is performed between basic manicure services and polish application.
- Spa Manicure Exclusions: Hair styling services are not included in spa manicures.
- Aromatherapy Ingredients: Essential oils are fundamental in aromatherapy practices.
Special Techniques
- Paraffin Wax Benefits: Traps moisture in skin, enhances absorption of oils and lotions, and improves blood circulation.
- Nail Art Technique: Marbleizing involves swirling multiple colors on the nail for artistic effects.
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Test your knowledge of manicure essentials and techniques with this quiz. Covering aspects from legal scope of practice, implement usage, to nail care products, this quiz will enhance your understanding of manicure fundamentals. Perfect for beginners and professionals alike!
