Pedicures Ch. 26

During the consolation you should:

1 ask the client about any chronic inessential 2 ask about their medication 3 ask if they are pregnant

Name the four types of nail technology.

1. Equipment 2. Implements 3. materials 4. Pedicure Products

Three parts of a pedicure are?

1. Pre-service 2. Service 3. Post Service

What are some pedicure products you might use?

Callus softener- foot soaks- exfoliating scrubs- masks- foot lotion/cream

Pedicure

Cosmetic service performed by a licensed cosmetologist or a nail tech

Pedicure Specific implements

Curettes- nail rasp- toenail clippers- foot file- pedicure file- nippers

What should women no shave 48 hours before receiving a pedicure?

Easier to get an infection because you are opening your skin's pores

T or F: pedicures are merely manicures on the feet

False

The basic pedicure in most salons includes a leg massage

False

When using a manufactures product you should?

Follow the guidelines

Products containing gentle soaps, moisturizers, and additives to the pedicure bath to soften the skin are what?

Foot soaks

What's a benefit enefit of short pedicure services?

Good menu expander

How should you make your clients feel during the service?

Relaxed and pampered

If infection or inflammation is present, what should you do?

Stop service

What are pedicure specific materials?

Toe separators- foam flip flops- gloves

Callus softeners are applied directly to clients heels and on pressure point calluses?

True

During a pedicure, the big toe is usually the hardest toe to trim?

True

Pedicures can cause more damage to clients than manicures

True