Pedicure Step by Step Flashcards

Pedicure Step-by-Step Guide

• Sanitization: Clean tools and hands before starting to prevent infections.

Preparation

• Set Up: Prepare two foot tubs; one filled with warm soapy water and another with clear warm water for rinsing.

Initial Steps

• Hand Hygiene: Wash hands and wear gloves; consult with the client to understand their needs.
• Client's Comfort: Ask the client to remove shoes and hosiery for easier access to feet.

Foot Examination

• Foot Check: Inspect the feet for any issues, such as cuts or infections (CAD).

Soaking Procedure

• Soaking: Immerse both feet in warm soapy water for 3 to 5 minutes. Rinse the left foot.

Foot Care

• Towel Dry: Remove the left foot from the water, rinse, and wrap it in a towel to rest.
• Rinse Right Foot: Remove the right foot from the soapy water and pat it dry.

Nail Preparation

• Nail Polishing: Remove any existing polish and check nails for conditions (CAD).
• Trimming and Filing: File nails from corner to corner; clip as necessary.

Cuticle Care

• Solvent Application: Use a cotton-tipped orange wood stick to apply solvent, including under the free edge.
• Cuticle Treatment: Gently push back cuticles using a metal pusher and brush off with a nail brush.

Final Touches on Cuticles

• Cuticle Nipping: Nip away loosened cuticles and brush off the area.
• Oil Application: Apply cuticle oil with a cotton-tipped stick and massage it into the cuticles.

Massage and Rest

• Ankle Massage: Apply lotion and give a relaxing massage to the ankle.
• Foot Rest: Wrap the right foot in a towel for rest.

Repeat Steps

• Left Foot Treatment: Follow steps 9 to 15 for the left foot to ensure even care.

Finalizing Treatment

• Polish Removal: Remove lotion from the nail plate using polish remover with a cotton-tipped stick and dry the free edge of both feet.
• Nail Polishing: Polish nails as the final step, using toe separators if necessary.

Clean Up

• Wrap Up: Clean the workspace and complete any required record-keeping for the procedure.