Chapter 25 Milady
The four type of nail technology tools that you will incorporate into your services include
1. Equipment 2. Implements 3. Material 4. Professional nail products
Medium-grit abrasive
150 to 180 grit are used to smooth and refine surfaces, and the 180 grit is used to shorten and shape natural nails
Fine m-grit abrasives
240 and higher grits. They are designed for buffing, polishing, And removing very fine screeches
Adjustable lamp, is attached to the table
40- to 60-Watts incandescent bulb or a fluorescent bulb
Oval nail
A conservative nail shape that is thought to be attractive on most women's hands
Single use or terry cloth towels
A fresh, clean terry cloth towel or new disposable paper towel
Polish
A generic term describing any type of solvent-based colored film applied to the nail plate for the purpose of adding color or special visual effects
square nail
A nail shape completely straight across the free edge with no rounding at the outside edges.
round nail
A slightly tapered nail shape; it usually extends just a bit past the fingertip.
Hand creams and lotions
Add a finishing touch to a manicure
The soothing and relaxing effects. The mass ave manipulations should be executed with rhythmic, long, and smooth movements,
And you should always have one hang on the client's arm or hang during the movements and the transitions between them.
Brushes and applicators
Any brush such as those used to apply mask or applicator such as those used to scoop product from a container to the skin that comes into contact with a client's nail or skin that comes into contact with a client's nail skin. Must be properly cleaned score next client
Cosmetologist should have a through his understanding of manicuring because: clients love the relaxation and pampering manicures provide
Appearance of nails and hands has become a visual benchmark on our society on the assessment of a person both socially & professionally
Too coats
Applied over colored polish to prevent chipping and to add a shine to the finished nail
Applying polish is achieved by using four coats. Bass coat Followed by two color polish coats one application is top coat to give a protective seal.
Applying. Multiple layers of polish improves the longevity and durability of the overall application
Nail creams
Barrier products, they contain ingredients designed to seal the surface of the skin around the nail and hold in the subdermal moisture in the skin
Single-use implements
Brushes and applicators, wooden pusher, nail brush, product application brushes
Two way or three way buffer abrasive creates a beautiful shine in nails and replaces the chamois that could not be disinfected
Buffers can be shaped like a two-sided nail file, long and narrow with one or two additional grit abrasive and final shin surface
Product application brushes
Can be used to apply nail oils, nail polish, or nail treatments to client's nails
Single-use implements or disposable implements
Can not be reused because they can not be cleaned and disinfected.
Protein hardener
Combination of clear polish and protein, such as collagen
Disinfection container is not required for setting up the manicure table, it is important to have the container readily available for the start and end of the service. Must. Enlarge enough to hold sufficient liquid disinfectant solution to completely immerse several service sets
Comes in many shapes, size, and materials. Must have lid to kept on. Most have trays and lifting action.
Manicure consultation
Consultation with client before the manicure, or any other service, is an opportunity for the cosmetologist to know and understand a client's expectations
Nail conditioners
Contain ingredients to reduce brittleness if the nail.
Gaze and cotton container. Must have protective lid
Container holds absorbent cotton, lint free wipes, or gaze squares for use during the services
Manicure
Cosmetic treatment of the hands involving cutting, shaving, and often painting the nails, removal of cuticle and softening the skin
Base coat
Creates a colorless layer on the natural nail and nail enhancement that promotes adhesion of polish
Nail oils
Designed to absorb into the nail plate to increase flexibility and into surrounding skin to soften and moisturizer
Electric hand/foot mitts
Designed to add a special service to a manicure or pedicure.
Nail bleach
Designed to apply to the nail plate and under the fee edge of natural nails to remove yellow surface discoloration or stains
Nail polish drying products or accelerators
Designed to be used over a top coat to hasten the drying of nail polishes
Cuticle remover
Designed to looses and dissolve dead tissue on the nail plate so that this tissue can be more easily and thoroughly removed from the nail plate; they are inappropriate for contact with the living skin of the eponychium
paraffin bath optional
Designed to melt solid paraffin wax into gel like liquid. 125 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit
Electric nail polish dryer optional
Designed to shorten the time necessary for the client's nail polish to dry. Has heaters and fans that blow air.
Nail creams, lotions, and oils
Designed to soften dry skin around the nail plate and to increase the flexibility of natural nails
Basic nail shapes for women
During consultation should be discussed. The final nail shape your client wants for her nails, of course, you should do your best to please her.
The best way to control dust in the salon is with a professional source capture ventilation system designed to collect and remove dust particles from the air or to ventilate them to the outdoors
Exposure to nail dust and chemical odors and vapors can be affect one's breathing and respiratory health.
Cosmetologist's and client's chair should be selected for ergonomics, comfort, durability, resistance to straining, and ease of cleaning.
Finger bowls are used for soaking the client's fingers in warm water to after the skin and cuticle. Can be plastic, metal, glass, or even an attractive ceramic. Should be durable and easy to thoroughly clean and disinfect after use on each client
Gel polish products
Form of nail color that lasts 10 to 1/ days is a high-demand salon service that addresses the constant smudging client's experience after a manicure
Basic manicure
Foundation of all nail technology services and it is vital that you know and recognize all of the components necessary for making the basic manicure service successful
Multiuse implements or reusable implements
Generally stainless steel because they must be properly cleaned and disinfected after use on on client and prior to use on another
Fluorescent bulbs are very popular because they emit a cooler light and don't heat up objects underneath the lamp.
High-watt incandescent bulb can increase the curing speed of some nail enhancement products. During too quickly can cause undue cracking and lifting
Supply Tray optional
Holds professional nail products, such as polishes, polish removers, and creams. It should be easy to clean
Equipment
Includes all permanent tools that are not implements that are used to perform nail services
Metal pusher
Incorrectly called cuticle pusher. Designed to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate.
Service cushion, optional, higher in the middle and lower on the ends can be placed between the client and the cosmetologist during a manicure
It is believed to produce more comfort during the service for both parties. Must be fully covers by a fresh clean towel throughout each service
Surface of table must be cleaned and disinfected between clients. Must be a hard and impenetrable surface
Kept clutter free, manicure table
Pétrissage
Kneading movement performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with light, firm pressure
A professional cosmetologist must learn and know how to work with tools required for nail services and
Know all safety, cleaning, and disinfection procedures as defined in your state's regulations
lower-grit abrasives
Less than 180 grit are aggressive and will quickly reduce the thickness of any surface.
scope of practice or SOP
List of service that you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty on your state
Three part procedure
Makes it easier to keep track of what you are doing, to remain organized, and to give consistent service if you break your nail care procedures down into three individuals parts. 1. Pre- service 2. Actual service, and post-service
Massage
Manipulation of the soft tissues of the body. It is an ancient therapeutic treatment to promote circulation of the blood and lymph, relaxation of the muscles, and relief from pain
Round nails are the most common choice for male clients because of their natural appearance
Men usually prefer buffed nails, clear gloss, or dull, clear satin coating
Multiuse implements
Metal pusher, nail nipper, tweezers, nail clippers
Apply a thin base coat and then one thin coat is clear and quick-drying top coat or just one coat of base and a satin clear
Most men enjoy the massage portion of the manicure and want a longer one
Man's manicure is executed using the same procedures as described in the basic manicure, though you omit the colored polish and/or buff the nails worn a high-shine buffer
Most men tend to go longer between services and will need a little more work than women on the their nails and skin.
tweezers
Multi-use task implements for lifting small bits of debris from the nail plate, retrieving and placing nail art, removing implements from disinfectant solutions, and match more
Equipment that are used: manicure table, adjustable lamp, cosmetologist's and client's chairs, finger bowls, disinfection container, Client's arm cushion, gauze and cotton wipe container, trash containers,
Optional: service cushion, supply tray, electric nail polish dryer, UVA or LWD Light, Electric Hand/foot mitts, terry cloth mitts aka towels, paraffin bath, ventilation system
Service procedure
Organized, step-by-step plan for accomplishing the actual service the client has requested, such as a manicure, pedicure, or nail Rios and wraps
post-service procedure
Organized, step-by-step plan for caring for your client after the procedure has been completed. helping clients through scheduling and payment; prepare for the next client.
Pre-service
Organized, step-by-step plan for the cleaning and disinfecting I'd tour tools, implements, and materials; for setting up the basic manicuring table; and for meeting, greeting, and escorting your client to your service area
Gloves
Personal protective equipment PPE, worn to protect the cosmetologist from exposure to microbes during services. OSHA recommends nitrile gloves.
Paraffin
Petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties barrier qualities to home moisture in the skin can be added to manicures and pedicure for extra charge
Terry cloth mitts optional
Places over a client's hands or feet after a penetrating conditioning product and a protective plastic cover has been applied.
Nail brush
Plastic implement worn nylon bristles is used in many ways during nail services
Hand washing
Prevent the spread of communicable disease
ventilation system optional
Product used when performing nail services may contain chemicals that can affect a workers health.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration or OSHA
Provides guidelines for protecting cosmetologists from chemicals that can affect your health
Nail clippers
Shorten the free edge quickly and efficiently
Abrasive nail files & buffers
Single use only. Available in many different types and grits. Grits range from less than 180 to over 240 per cm. The lower the grit, the larger the larger the abrasive particles on the file and the more aggressive it's action
Fashion continuously changes, & a professional cosmetologist should always stay current to new trends on all facets of the beauty industry
Some clients cannot, due to health constraints, maintain their own nails; some just prefer to have a knowledgeable professional perform this task for them.
Nail nipper
Stainless steel implement uses to carefully trim away dead skin around the nails
Effleurage massage
Strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact
Materials
Suppose used during a manicure are designed to be single used and must be replaced for each client. Items are not considered multiuse
Lower-grit file also produce deeper and more visible scratches on the surface
Than so higher grit
Sunscreen
These lotions radiation contain ingredients that protect the skin from damage by the ultraviolet radiation from the sun
Microtrauma
Tiny, unseen openings in the skin that allow for the entry of pathogens
Client's arm cushion, 8inches or 20.3cm to 12 inches or 30.5cm. Can be cleaned with soap and water. Must be covered with fresh, clean towel for da h client
Towel can be folded or rolled to cushion-size may be used instead of a commercially purchased cushion
UVA or LED light optional
UVA or ultraviolet lamps and LED or light emitting diode lamps are not designed to dry traditional nail polish
Dusk mask
Use a high quality properly fitted dusk mask when transferring chemicals from one container to another or when buffing or filing nails
Dimethyl urea hardener
Use dimethyl urea or DMU to add cross-links to the natural nail plate; DMU does not cause adverse skin reaction
Nail hardeners
Used to improve the surface hardness or durability of weak or thin nail plates
Wooden pusher
Used to remove cuticle tissue from the nail plate to clean under the free edge of the nail or to apply products
Standard Manicure table has a drawer and a shelf with or without doors for storing properly cleaned and disinfected implements and professional products
Vary in length but is usually 36inches or 91.4 centimeter to 48 inches or 121.9 centimeter Ms long. Width 16 inches or 40.6 centimeter to 21 inches or 53.3 centimeters
Trash containers
With s self-closing kid should be located next to your workstation. Lines with disposable trash bag and closed when not in use.
If you perform services outside these regulations concerning allowable services
You may lose your license
Apply nail products by completely wrapping the end of the stock with a small piece of cotton
and placing or sipping the cotton tip into the product
Acetone-based polish remover works more quickly and is
better solvent than non-acetone bases removers
Acetone
colorless, inflammable liquid, miscible with water, alcohol, and ether, and has a sweetish odor or burning taste; it is used as a solvent
gauze squares or cotton balls are also popular for removal of nail polish because they are inexpensive and perfectly designed for this and other application tasks
gauze squares 2 inch by 2 inch or 4 inch by 4 inch, also called pledges, have many uses in manicure services from product removal to applocation
Gauze, cotton balls, or plastic-backed pads
lint-free, plastic-backed, fiber or cotton pad are often used to remove nail polish
pointed nails
nail shape suited to thin hands with long fingers and narrow nail beds
professional nail products
need to know how to properly use each nail product, what ingredients it contains, and what it does during use
Colored coating applied to the natural nail plate are known as
polish, enamel, lacquer, or vanish
plastic or meta spatulas
single use plastic or multiuse spatulas must be used for removing products from their respective containers to prevent contamination of the products and the spread of disease
squoval nail
square free edge that is rounded off at the corner edges
implements
tools used to perform your services and are either multi-use or single-use
soap
used to clean the cosmetologist's and client's hands before a service begins
polish remover
used to dissolve and remove nail polish
